Scrum Product Owner Certified (SPOC®)

Merit Global Training, in partnership with SCRUMStudy™, the global accreditation body for Scrum and Agile Certifications, presents the Scrum Product Owner Certified (SPOC®) Online Course and Certification Examination.

The Product Owner represents the interests of the stakeholder community to the Scrum Team. The Product Owner is responsible for ensuring clear communication of product or service functionality requirements to the Scrum Team, defining Acceptance Criteria, and ensuring those criteria are met. The Product Owner must always maintain a dual view. He or she must understand and support the needs and interests of all stakeholders, while also understanding the needs and workings of the Scrum Team.

Successful candidates will be awarded the Scrum Product Owner Certified (SPOC®) certification by SCRUMstudy™ after attending the online course and passing the certification examination.

Enroll now and enhance your competence and knowledge about Scrum methodologies.

Merit Global is an authorized training partner and exam reseller of SCRUMStudy™. We offer massive discounts on courses and certification exams.

• Agile & Scrum Overview
• Scrum Roles
• Planning in Scrum
• Sprint Planning
• Implementation of Scrum
• Scrum for Large Projects

• There is no formal prerequisite for this certification. However, Scrum Master Certified (SMC®) Certified professionals will be able to better understand the concepts required for this certification exam.
• This certification is for anyone who interfaces with stakeholders or works as a Product Owner in a Scrum Team.

• Multiple Choice.
• 140 questions per exam.
• One mark awarded for every right answer.
• No negative marks for wrong answers.
• 180 minutes duration.
• Proctored online exam.
• Current pass rate: 93%
• The credentials for the online course will be emailed to you within 24 hours of your enrollment and payment of the course price.
• Contact us to schedule the proctored exam after you complete course. You need to submit relevant documents (if required).
• We will verify the application and confirm the exam date & time.
• Take the proctored exam online.
• Upon successful completion of the exam get an online certificate.
• Your name will be added to the Certification Registry.

• Business Analyst
• Product Owner
• Product Manager

The Scrum Product Owner Certified (SPOC®) certification, offered by SCRUMstudy™, validates your understanding of the Scrum Product Owner role — including how to manage product backlogs, interact with stakeholders, prioritise features, and maximise product value in an Agile environment. It’s designed for professionals who work with Scrum teams or want to specialise in product ownership.

SPOC® equips you with the skills to translate stakeholder needs into clear requirements, align product vision with delivery, and lead Agile teams toward impactful outcomes. This certification is valuable across industries such as technology, finance, healthcare, e‑commerce, and consulting where Scrum and Agile practices are widely adopted.

SPOC® certification offers solid career and salary benefits in the United States and globally. While specific salary figures for SPOC® holders are limited, certified Scrum Product Owners in the U.S. generally command strong compensation:

• 1. According to job and salary data, Scrum Product Owner roles in the U.S. typically earn between about $131,000 and $206,000+ per year, with an average around $164,000 per year.
• 2. Broader surveys show Product Owner salaries frequently range from roughly $109,000 to $160,000+ per year depending on experience and location within the U.S. tech and Agile job market.
• 3. Entry‑level Product Owner roles (without PO certification) can start around approximately $90,000 per year, rising with experience and certification.

Beyond salary, pursuing SPOC® enhances your professional credibility, demonstrates your ability to collaborate effectively with teams and stakeholders and positions you for roles such as Product Owner, Agile Product Manager, Senior Product Owner or Product Strategy Lead — all of which are increasingly critical in Agile organisations.

By earning your Scrum Product Owner Certified (SPOC®) certification, you strengthen your product leadership skills, accelerate your career growth, and gain a competitive edge in today’s dynamic Agile job market in the United States and beyond.

She is an experienced Agile and Scrum practitioner with deep expertise in implementing Scrum frameworks and leading high-performing Agile teams across diverse industries. With extensive hands-on experience as a Scrum Master and Agile coach, she brings practical insights into sprint planning, backlog management and continuous improvement. She has successfully helped numerous participants prepare for Scrum and Agile certification exams, providing guidance to ensure exam readiness and practical understanding. Known for her engaging and interactive training style, she simplifies complex Agile concepts into actionable strategies, empowering professionals to confidently adopt Scrum practices, enhance team collaboration and achieve successful project outcomes.

What You Will Get: