Don’t Just Manage the Backlog. Lead the Product.
Scrum doesn’t need more ticket pushers. It needs Product Owners who can think strategically, act decisively, and drive outcomes that matter.
Completing this class earns you the Scrum Alliance® Certified Scrum Product Owner® (CSPO).
This Isn’t Just Product Ownership. It’s Product Leadership.
Too many Product Owners get thrown into the role with nothing but a backlog and a vague list of responsibilities. This course changes that.
In our Certified Scrum Product Owner® class, you’ll learn how to:
- Create clear, compelling product visions
- Prioritize value under pressure
- Engage stakeholders without getting steamrolled
- Deliver outcomes, not just features
- Lead with purpose, even in uncertainty
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Powered by the Product Owner Mastery System (POMS)
This course is built on Artisan Agility’s proprietary Product Owner Mastery System (POMS)—a structured path to strategic product leadership.
- DEFINE Anchor product decisions in a clear, compelling vision
- ALIGN Establish shared outcomes across diverse stakeholders
- BUILD Structure and sequence the backlog to support strategy
- DELIVER Ensure value flows by managing dependencies and slicing work
- TEST Validate assumptions and generate actionable insights
- LEAD Scale influence across teams, departments, and decisions
You’re not just managing the backlog. You’re becoming the leader who delivers real product outcomes.
What you'll learn
- The full Scrum framework from a Product Owner’s lens
- How to align backlog items with business goals
- Tools for stakeholder engagement and prioritization
- Practical strategies for slicing value and delivering incrementally
- How to make trade-offs with clarity and confidence
Who this is for
- New Product Owners looking to hit the ground running
- Product leaders ready to improve clarity and influence
- Developers, analysts, or managers transitioning into a PO role
- Anyone who’s tired of “just delivering features” and wants to deliver outcomes
What you get
- 16 hours of high-impact, live training
- Your Scrum Alliance® CSPO certification
- 2-year Scrum Alliance membership
- A digital playbook built around POMS
- Access to updated materials for life
- A course that prepares you to lead—not just comply
The fine print
Agenda
This course isn’t a lecture—it’s a hands-on strategy upgrade for modern Product Owners. Each session blends practical tools, expert insight, and challenges you’ll face in the real world.
Day 1 — Lead with Vision
Focus: DEFINE + ALIGN
- Clarify your product’s purpose, vision, and strategic intent
- Align teams and stakeholders around shared outcomes
- Learn to speak value fluently—and prioritize with confidence
- Start your journey through the Product Owner Mastery System (POMS)
Day 2 — Lead the Work
Focus: BUILD + DELIVER
- Structure and sequence backlog items to reflect true strategy
- Break features down into meaningful, testable slices
- Navigate team delivery challenges with clarity and focus
- Step fully into the role of decision-maker—not ticket taker
Includes discussion, hands-on exercises, and guided product thinking frameworks.
Offered as a two-day, live experience—remote or in-person. Eight hours each day.
Training formats
The CSPO experience spans two high-impact days in both in-person and remote classes. This isn’t training you sit through. It’s training that moves you forward.
2 days of live, professional training
Our risk-free guarantees that you will get your money’s worth from the course
A student handbook packed with more information than we can cover during the class, with plenty of room for notes
Lifetime access to the online version of the materials, including notifications whenever updates are made
2-year membership with the Scrum Alliance
Discounted access to all future Artisan training events
Risk-free guarantee
Satisfaction is guaranteed. If, for any reason, you are dissatisfied with the class by the lunch break on the first day, let us know, and we’ll refund your class fees. No questions will be asked.
Prerequisites
There are no formal prerequisites for the CSPO course. But to get the most value from your time in class, we recommend reviewing The Scrum Guide (scrumguides.org) and the Product Ownership posts on the blog. These short reads will help you hit the ground running—and ask better questions in the room.
Frequently asked questions
What is the Certified Scrum Product Owner (CSPO)?
The CSPO is an internationally recognized credential from Scrum Alliance that validates your ability to lead product strategy in an Agile environment.
It shows you’re not just writing stories—you’re owning outcomes. This course lays the foundation for doing product ownership the right way: with clarity, accountability, and impact.
Who should take this course?
This course is for anyone responsible for turning ideas into valuable outcomes:
– New or aspiring Product Owners
– Product Managers working in Agile settings
– Business analysts, UX professionals, or delivery leads
– Scrum team members stepping into a product-facing role
If you want to stop managing tickets and start leading the product, this course is your starting line.
Do I need prior Scrum or Agile experience?
No prior experience is required. We’ll teach you what you need to know—while staying focused on the role, responsibilities, and leadership mindset of a true Product Owner.
How is the class delivered?
All CSPO sessions are live and instructor-led. You’ll learn through interactive discussion, practical exercises, and hands-on product challenges—online via Zoom or in-person at select locations.
What is the duration of the course?
The CSPO course is delivered in a two-day format—either live online or in-person. Each day is packed with practical tools, real examples, and meaningful discussion.
What materials do I receive?
A digital workbook loaded with product strategy tools, access to proprietary templates and techniques from POMS, lifetime access to updated course resources, and your official CSPO certification from Scrum Alliance.
Is attendance mandatory?
Yes. You must attend both full days to earn your CSPO certification. This is a leadership course—not a self-paced video playlist.
Is there an exam?
No exam. Your certification is earned through active participation and demonstrated learning in the course.
When will I receive my certification?
Your CSPO credential will be issued by Scrum Alliance shortly after course completion—typically within a few business days. It includes a 2-year membership.
Do I need to renew the certification?
Yes—every two years. To renew, you must earn 20 Scrum Education Units (SEUs) and pay a $100 renewal fee to Scrum Alliance.
What can I do with this certification?
A CSPO proves that you understand how to lead product development with purpose, can work effectively with stakeholders, teams, and strategy, are ready to grow into a senior product ownership or product management role, and can continue toward Advanced CSPO (A-CSPO) and beyond.
Does this certification guarantee me a Product Owner job?
No certification can promise that—but this one positions you strongly. You’ll gain the mindset, skill set, and language hiring managers are looking for—and you’ll walk away with practical tools to show what you can do.
What are my next steps after getting certified?
Apply your learning directly with real product work, join the Scrum Alliance community of global practitioners, move into the A-CSPO and CSP-PO certifications, and begin working through all six stages of the Product Owner Mastery System (POMS).
How much does the course cost?
Pricing is shown with each cohort above.
We don’t offer group discounts—because we don’t sell seats, we build leaders. Every seat is filled by someone ready to lead, not just attend.
What is the refund or cancellation policy?
– Full refund if canceled 10+ days before class
– Cancellations within 10 days receive a credit for a future session
– No-shows are not eligible for refunds or rescheduling
Do I get post-class support?
Absolutely. You’ll have access to follow-up coaching opportunities, our community Slack or LinkedIn groups, and continued resources, tools, and mentorship to help you grow.