Program Overview

The SAFe Product Owner/Product Manager (POPM) certification is your gateway to mastering the key skills needed to effectively manage product backlogs and programs in a SAFe (Scaled Agile Framework) environment. Through this training, you will become a valuable contributor to your organization's product development, using Lean-Agile principles to meet business goals and maximize value delivery.

Eligibility Criteria

  • Product Owners
  • Product Managers
  • Business Analysts
  • Program Managers
  • Solution Managers
  • Portfolio Managers
  • Agile Coaches
  • Enterprise and System Architects

Skills covered

  • Learn how to implement SAFe across various levels of the organization
  • Identify customer needs and develop strategies to meet them
  • Learn how to create effective stakeholder engagement plans
  • Master the mechanics of planning and executing Program Increments
  • Understand and integrate Lean-Agile principles into your daily practices

Tools covered

  • SAFe® Lean-Agile Principles and Core Values
  • Roles and Responsibilities of Product Owner & Product Manager in SAFe
  • Program Increment (PI) Planning Tools
  • Customer-Centric Design Thinking
  • User Story and Feature Mapping Tools
  • Prioritization Techniques (WSJF – Weighted Shortest Job First)
  • Agile Estimation Tools (Story Points, Planning Poker)
  • Backlog Management Across Teams and ARTs
  • Roadmapping and Release Planning Tools
  • Value Stream Mapping and Flow Optimization Tools
  • Lean Business Case and Value Proposition Canvas
  • Inspect and Adapt (I&A) Workshop Tools
  • Collaboration and Feedback Tools (e.g., Miro, MURAL, Confluence)
  • SAFe Digital Tools (Jira Align, Rally, VersionOne, Azure DevOps)
  • Metrics and OKRs for Value Delivery and Performance Tracking

Learning Experience Highlights

  • Collaborate and network with peers and mentors in a dynamic online environment.
  • Missed a session? Catch up anytime with recorded classes.
  • Get personalized guidance through expert mentoring sessions.
  • A dedicated cohort manager is always ready to assist you.

Career Support with Job Assistance

Our exclusive JobAssist Plus program helps you transition from learner to professional by providing:

  • Group mentoring and networking opportunities
  • Interview preparation and skill assessments
  • AI-driven profile optimization
  • Mock interviews with industry mentors

Average Starting Salary in India : ₹8 – ₹10 LPA

Growth Potential : With GenAI skills, professionals can expect 1.5x faster promotion cycles and broader global opportunities.

Why join this course ?

Elite Certificate

Receive a certificate of program completion from simplirise

Unlock Exclusive Opportunities

Engage in live virtual master classes delivered by experience faculty

Experience Hands-on Learning

Applied learning through 15+ hands-on projects and tools with seamless access to integrated labs

Learn Popular GenAI Tools

Exposure to ChatGPT, Hugging Face, DALL-E 2, Gemini and other prominent tools

What Makes This Program Unique?

  • Industry-relevant curriculum aligned with real job roles
  • Practical tools used by top companies around the world
  • Peer learning and community-based progress tracking
  • Modular design — easy to follow and digest even for beginners
  • Access to Simplirise Corporate Network for job placement opportunities

Registration Process

Fill out the form and tell us why you're interested in the program.

Our admissions team will evaluate your background and motivation.

Once selected, secure your seat by paying the admission fee and begin your learning journey.

Apply here

Frequently Asked Questions?

The SAFe® Product Owner / Product Manager (POPM) certification from Scaled Agile, Inc. validates your ability to perform the roles of Product Owner and Product Manager in a SAFe® (Scaled Agile Framework) environment, focusing on delivering value at scale.

  • Product Owners and Product Managers
  • Business Analysts and Solution Managers
  • Project Managers and Program Managers
  • Scrum Masters transitioning to product roles
  • Anyone involved in planning, delivering, or managing Agile products

  • A basic understanding of Agile concepts
  • Experience working in a Scrum or SAFe environment

  • Define roles of PO and PM in SAFe
  • Work with Agile Release Trains (ARTs)
  • Participate in Program Increment (PI) Planning
  • Prioritize the team and program backlog
  • Use tools to maximize business value delivery
  • Apply Lean thinking and customer-centric design

Yes. After completing the course, you’ll take a web-based exam through the SAFe® Community Platform. You must pass to receive your POPM certification.

  • WSJF (Weighted Shortest Job First) for prioritization
  • Lean Business Case templates
  • Feature and User Story Mapping
  • Backlog management and Agile estimation tools
  • Digital collaboration platforms like Jira, Azure DevOps, Miro, MURAL

The SAFe® POPM course is typically 16 hours and available in live online format.

You’ll get one free exam attempt within 30 days of course completion. If needed, additional retakes can be purchased.

The SAFe® POPM certification is valid for 1 year. You’ll need to renew it annually by paying a renewal fee via the Scaled Agile website.

  • Official SAFe® digital workbook and study materials
  • Access to the SAFe® Community Platform
  • Practice questions and exam guidance
  • Tools and templates for real-world use
  • Direct support from a certified SAFe Program Consultant (SPC)