SAFe® 6.0 Product Owner/Product Manager Certification (POPM)

The SAFe® 6.0 Product Owner / Product Manager (POPM) certification course equips participants with the knowledge, skills and tools to fulfil the key roles of Product Owner and Product Manager in a SAFe® Lean-Agile enterprise. Attendees learn how to align product strategy with business objectives, collaborate across teams during PI planning, build and prioritize effective backlogs and deliver customer value using SAFe principles and practices. The training includes real-world scenarios, interactive sessions and practical exercises tailored for scaled Agile environments.

Lesson 1: Product Owner/Product Manager Roles and Responsibilities

• SAFe for Product Owner/Product Management
• The Lean-Agile mindset
• Value Streams
• Product Owner/Product Management Responsibilities



Lesson 2: PI Planning Preparation

• PI Planning
• The Solution Vision
• Solution and PI Roadmaps
• Customer-centric Features
• ART Backlog and Kanban



Lesson 3: Leadership for PI Planning

• The Vision and PI Planning
• PI Objectives
• ART Planning Board and Dependencies
• Risks and the End of PI Planning



Lesson 4: Iteration Execution

• Stories and Story Maps
• Iteration Planning
• The Team Kanban
• Backlog Refinement
• Iteration Review and Iteration Retrospective
• DevOps and Release on Demand



Lesson 5: PI Execution

• PO Sync
• System Demo
• The Innovation and Planning (IP) Iteration
• Inspect and Adapt

• There are no strict prerequisites to attend the SAFe POPM certification training.
• Prior work experience in Agile, Lean or a SAFe organizational environment is recommended.
• Familiarity with Scrum, Agile principles and product management concepts is beneficial.

• Product Owners and Product Managers.
• Business Analysts and Project Managers.
• Agile Coaches and Scrum Masters.
• Program Managers and Release Train Engineers.
• Stakeholders involved in product delivery or value stream execution.

• Exam Name: SAFe® Product Owner / Product Manager (POPM) Certification Exam.
• Format: Web-based, closed-book, multiple-choice, single-select questions.
• Number of Questions: 45 questions.
• Duration: 90 minutes.
• Passing Score: 80% (typically ~36/45 correct answers).
• First exam attempt is usually included in the course fee if taken within 30 days of completion.
• Exam access is provided via the SAFe Community Platform upon course completion.

The SAFe® 6.0 Product Owner/Product Manager (POPM) certification is a globally recognised credential from Scaled Agile, Inc. that validates your ability to manage product backlogs, prioritise features, collaborate with stakeholders, and guide product delivery in large‑scale Agile enterprises. It’s ideal for Product Owners, Product Managers and professionals who want to drive customer value within SAFe environments.

POPM training equips you with Lean‑Agile principles, backlog management skills and practical techniques for planning and executing Program Increments (PIs). These skills are in demand across IT, finance, healthcare and other industries adopting scaled Agile to deliver products more effectively.

SAFe POPM certification offers strong career and salary benefits in the United States and globally. Certified professionals typically earn competitive salaries that reflect the strategic importance of product roles in Agile frameworks:

• 1. Entry‑level and early career roles such as Product Owner in the U.S. typically earn around $107,000–$120,000 per year.
• 2. Mid‑level Product Owners and Product Managers with SAFe POPM certification often earn roughly $129,000–$140,000 per year.
• 3. Senior and specialised Product roles can pay up to about $151,000+ per year, especially in high‑demand sectors like technology and finance.

Beyond direct salary gains, SAFe POPM certification can boost your earning potential by an estimated 10%–20% or more compared to non‑certified peers, reflecting the value employers place on Agile and scaled product expertise.

The certification also enhances your visibility in the job market, demonstrates your commitment to professional development, and opens doors to roles such as Senior Product Owner, Agile Product Manager, Product Director and Portfolio Product Leader. As organisations pursue business agility and customer‑centric delivery, SAFe POPM professionals are well‑positioned to lead product strategy and execution.

By earning your SAFe® 6.0 POPM certification, you position yourself to lead product innovation in Agile enterprises and accelerate your career growth in one of today’s most in‑demand skill areas.

He is a seasoned Agile and Lean-Agile transformation expert with extensive experience helping organisations adopt and scale Agile practices using the SAFe® (Scaled Agile Framework). With a strong background in leading enterprise agility, Agile coaching, and program execution across multiple industries, he brings practical insights that help learners connect SAFe® principles to real-world implementation. Known for his engaging and clear training style, he simplifies complex frameworks into actionable strategies that boost confidence and exam readiness. His guidance equips professionals to lead SAFe® transformations and successfully achieve SAFe® 6.0 certification.

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