Agile Scrum Product Owner
Building products that truly resonate with users takes more than technical expertise. The EXIN Product Owner certification teaches how product vision, backlog management, and stakeholder communication work together effectively.
Key topics
- Understanding the Scrum framework and core agile values.
- Defining and fulfilling product ownership responsibilities.
- Building and maintaining an effective product backlog.
- Prioritizing requirements based on business value.
- Planning sprint and release cycles in a structured way.
- Engaging stakeholders and communicating transparently.
Prerequisite
A basic understanding of agile working methods is helpful, but not required – those new to the topic will be guided step by step.
Target group
Anyone who wants to take on product responsibility in agile teams or pursue a future role as a product owner – regardless of industry or prior experience.
The EXIN certification gives product owners a solid foundation for agile development work and effective product management.
- Core agile values and their significance
- Methods and principles of agile work
- Overview of tasks and areas of responsibility
- Distinguishing the role from other Scrum roles
- Product vision and backlog development
- User stories, epics, sprint and business case planning
- Progress tracking and team communication
- Stakeholder involvement and management
- Real-world case studies
- Handling problems and obstacles
- Tips and guidance for the EXIN exam
- Practice test for targeted preparation
Up to 100% funding for your continuing education
Attractive funding opportunities are available for numerous continuing education programs – depending on the funding program, up to 100% funding is possible.
The requirement is that you live or work in Germany. Our funding opportunities are not available outside of Germany.
Funding opportunities are available for career starters, job seekers, career changers, startups, experienced professionals, those seeking career advancement, and specialists.
- This internationally recognized certification validates expertise in agile methods and product management. Key areas include Scrum, product backlog management, stakeholder engagement, and consistent alignment with business value.
- The training covers Scrum fundamentals, role clarity, backlog management, user stories, release cycles, and agile estimation techniques. Business value, customer focus, and iterative development approaches are also explored.
- The certification is aimed at professionals who develop, manage, or are involved in agile processes – including project leads, business analysts, and IT specialists. It is especially valuable for those responsible for product strategy and prioritization.
- The certificate strengthens your professional profile and demonstrates solid knowledge of agile product ownership. Organizations benefit from more structured workflows, clearer planning, and a stronger focus on customer needs.
- Prior knowledge is not required. Those already familiar with project management or agile approaches will find it easier to engage with topics such as backlog management and sprint planning.
- The certification opens pathways into product management, agile project delivery, digital transformation, and IT leadership. Professionals with strategic product ownership skills are highly sought after in modern organizations.
- In a fast-moving economy, Scrum and agile methods help organizations respond flexibly to change and continuously improve their products. Short development cycles and transparent collaboration become a competitive advantage.
- As a central figure in the Scrum team, the product owner is responsible for product value. This involves defining a product vision, maintaining the backlog, and working closely with stakeholders – always with a focus on economically meaningful requirements.