EXIN Agile Scrum Product Owner is a certification that looks to confirm both skills and knowledge of the Agile framework and Scrum methodology, specifically with the Product Owner role in mind. Agile Scrum is about working together to successfully reach a goal. Agile methodologies are popular approaches in software development and are increasingly being used in other areas. Scrum practices include establishing cross-functional and self-managed teams, producing a working deliverable at the end of each iteration or Sprint. This certification focuses on adopting Agile or Scrum in the workplace and taking on the role of Product Owner.
Scope
An Agile Scrum Product Owner certificate ensures
that a candidate can successfully lead Agile
Scrum projects in the
context of an overall Service and Product Lifecycle, in a way that
adds the most value possible for the
customer. In order to do
this, the Product Owner provides direction, makes final decisions,
and ensures that the Team is aimed at the right goals. The Product
Owner is actively engaged with, communicates
well with, and listens
carefully to arguments from the Team. Within the context of the
organization’s larger business objectives, the Product Owner provides
the vision, but also the boundaries within which
this vision must be
realized. This is achieved by creating, maintaining and
prioritizing the business valuedriven Product Backlog. It is the Product Owner’s
responsibility to make sure the project earns a
good Return on
Investment.
Target group
The Agile way of thinking is best known in the
field of software development, but the principles are increasingly
being applied in other types of projects and it is fast becoming a
regular project management technique. Scrum is the most used Agile
methodology and is suitable for all professionals looking to keep
their knowledge up to date with the latest developments in the
fields of IT and Project Management, particularly those leading or
participating in projects. The Product Owner role focuses on
bringing Value for the Customer and Value for the Business, through
Project Management techniques. In particular, the certification is suitable for
professionals working in the areas of Project Management, Software
development, IT Service Management and Business
Management.
Context
The exam EXIN Agile Scrum Product Owner is part
of the EXIN qualification program and has been developed in
cooperation with international experts in the field. The candidate
needs to be familiar with all Basic Concepts from the EXIN Agile
Scrum Foundation course. Please refer to the Preparation Guide of
the EXIN Agile Scrum Foundation for details. This Preparation Guide
is freely available on the website www.exin.com.
Requirements for certification
-
Successful completion of the EXIN Agile Scrum Product Owner
exam.
-
Successful completion of an EXIN Accredited EXIN Agile Scrum
Product Owner Training including Practical Assignments.
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Knowledge of Scrum terminology, for instance through the EXIN Agile
Scrum Foundation exam, is strongly recommended.
Examination details
- Examination type: Computer-based or paper-based multiple-choice questions
- Number
of questions: 40
- Pass mark:
65%
- Open book/notes:
No
- Electronic equipment/aides permitted: No
- Time allotted for examination: 90 minutes
The Rules and Regulations for EXIN’s examinations apply to this exam.
Training
Training is a mandatory part of the certification.
Contact hours
The recommended number of contact hours for this training course is 16. This number includes group assignments, exam preparation, and short coffee breaks. Not included are: homework, the logistics related to the exam session, the exam session and lunch breaks.
Indicative study
effort
120 hours,
depending on existing knowledge.