SAFe® 6 Product Owner/Product Manager Training with SAFe POPM Certification

The Training Calendar includes the cost for each course. For any inquiries regarding group bookings, private sessions, group discounts, or promotional offerings, kindly email us at contact@valuex2.com and we shall be happy to assist you.

A. Lowest Price Guarantee: We ensure the most competitive pricing in the industry and will surpass any written offer.
B. Elite trainers: All our trainers are Subject Matter Experts within Agile Transformation, who are highly experienced industry leaders.
C. Interactive hands-on training: Our training is highly interactive, with ample opportunities to answer participants’ questions, practice it practically and discuss concepts learned via real-life case studies and activities.
D. Career and Transformation post-training support: Our team of SAFe® certified experts is available to assist you with any exam, career, or coaching inquiries via free lifelong email support.

The training fees include the below:

● Two- day Live Instructor-Led Online Training delivered via Zoom
● Post Training Exam support with an almost 100% Exam Pass Rate
● Exam Fees & 1-year Certification Costs Included
● 1 Year Scaled Agile (SAFe®) membership Included
● 15% Discount on any future training booked with ValueX2

A product owner or manager who is certified in SAFe® is a professional who helps ensure that the business gets value from the work done during a specific time period called a program increment. They work with customers and the company to figure out what is most important to do.

Obtaining the SAFe® Product Owner / Product Manager (POPM) certification demonstrates a candidate’s proficiency in

• Processes, mechanics, and tools to manage programs and address backlog issues.
• Product development process, giving you a comprehensive understanding of the product from initiation to execution.
• Capable of leading business objectives through the Scaled Agile Framework (SAFe®).
• Good understanding of the organization’s business model, allowing you to communicate effectively with customers.
• With the certification, you will be highly sought after by top companies for Product Owner/Product Manager roles.

You do not need any specific qualifications to participate in the training, however, it is strongly recommended that you have the following:

• Completed a course on Leading SAFe®
• Worked in a SAFe® environment before
• Have experience or certifications in Lean, Agile, or related fields.

To be eligible to take the exam, you must attend a 2-day training program.

When you register for the remote course, you will receive a digital workbook as part of your enrollment. ValueX2 via the Scaled Agile Inc.® community platform will provide digital workbooks for all class participants and offer a wide range of online resources through the SAFe® community platform. You can also print a copy of your digital workbook by downloading a PDF to your computer and printing it as needed.

The training costs cover the cost of certification for one year. After 12 months have passed, you will need to renew your certification annually with Scaled Agile Inc®.

To renew your membership, please follow these steps:

a. Log in to the SAFe® Community
b. Click on the “Renew” button located next to your membership expiration date on the homepage
c. Review and select the membership level that best suits your needs from the options presented.

Renewing your certification is included when you renew your Certified Membership. You can find a link to your “My Certs” page on your SAFe® Community Platform homepage, where all your certifications will be
listed. The expiration date of your certification is based on the date of purchase. If you renew before the expiration date, you’ll be given 12 months from the listed expiration date, if you renew after the expiration date, you’ll be given 12 months from the date of purchase. Note that you don’t need to take the exam again to renew your membership.

You can renew your membership even if it has expired. Simply log in to the community portal and click the “Renew” button next to your expired membership. There are no penalties for renewing late and you won’t need
to retake any exams to maintain your certifications.

You can often renew certifications earned on older versions of the Framework, but no additional materials will be provided. It’s recommended to retake the most recent version of the course and get recertified. Check the ValuX2 Training Calendar for future training courses.

You can renew your SAFe® membership 120 days before it expires. Once you’re within 120 days of the expiration date, a “Renew” button will appear on the homepage next to the expiration date. Your membership must be renewed annually to stay active. If you have any certifications, they will be included in your Certified or SPC membership renewal at no extra cost.

Benefits of renewing your membership include:
● Continued access to your profile, certifications, and the SAFe® Community Platform
● Use of the Measure and Grow Assessments to evaluate your organization’s SAFe® implementation
● Collaboration opportunities with other members of SAFe® Collaborate
● Participation in the SAFe® Community Forums
● Access to SAFe® Videos and Agile Basics E-learning for those new to SAFe® or needing a refresher
● Toolkits for running workshops, meet-ups, and checklists for meetings and events
● Updates page for information on new resources and benefits being released
● For certified members, an active certification includes a digital badge that can be displayed on your
profile, showcasing your achievement and skills to your network.

The exam will last for 90 minutes.

Each exam consists of 45 questions.

The test will have either single-answer multiple-choice questions or multiple-answer multiple-choice questions and you need to score 73% or higher to pass.

The skill level required to pass the SAFe® Product Owner / Product Manager (POPM) exam is considered to be at an intermediate level. Candidates should be proficient and capable of completing tasks with some guidance or assistance.

Upon the successful completion and attendance of your 2-day course, you will receive an email from Scaled Agile, Inc®. This email shall include a hyperlink that will take you to the portal of examination and include all the instructions to follow. Further, if you have difficulty accessing the portal or exam, please email us at contact@valuex2.com.

No, you won’t be allowed to pause the test and you’ll only have 90 minutes to do it. You can open the window again right away if you unintentionally close it. You must contact support@scaledagile.com if you are unable to access the test for a prolonged time or lose your internet connection.

Upon the successful completion of the course, individuals shall be entitled to undertake the SAFe® Product Owner / Product Manager (POPM) certification examination within a 30-day window, with the first attempt being offered at no expense.

To adequately prepare for the ValueX2 SPC certification examination, attending the online training offered by ValueX2 is an essential and mandatory step. Our company provides comprehensive support throughout the training and after its completion to assist with exam preparation.
In addition to the training, we highly recommend the following steps to enhance your understanding and readiness for the examination:
Familiarize yourself with the exam format by reviewing sample questions
A. Enhance your familiarity with the examination structure and level of difficulty by completing the practice test
which mimics the number of questions, time frame, and domain areas of the actual exam.
B. Review all course materials, including the learner workbook, course exercises, activities, and personal notes
that were taken during the training.
C. Familiarize yourself with the SAI Framework website, and review relevant articles.

For any additional inquiries, please do not hesitate to contact us at contact@valuex2.com, and our team will be
more than happy to assist you.

The exam is closed-book and can be passed easily with proper training. Our coaching and preparation activities aim to ensure success on the first attempt.

Access your Certificate by navigating to the Manage Profile and Professional Development section of our platform. Under the Certifications/Programs tab, locate the paper icon next to the desired Certification Name and click to download. Please be advised that when printing, some logos and signatures may not appear on the certificate. To ensure all elements are visible, please make sure to select the option for “Background Colors and Images” in your printer settings.

Kindly refer to the ValueX2 Terms and Conditions for information regarding the refund policy. If you have any additional questions, please contact us via email at contact@valuex2.com and we will be happy to assist you.

It is possible to retake the assessment, however, a fee of $50 will be charged for each attempt. The option for a second attempt on the exam (first retake) can be utilized immediately following the initial attempt. For the third attempt, a waiting period of 10 days must be observed. A 30-day waiting period must be observed before attempting the exam for the fourth time.

If you take the exam within 30 days of completing the course, the cost of your first exam attempt is included in your registration fee. However, if you are unable to take the exam within this time frame, you can still access it
and request a one-time courtesy extension from your Scaled Agile Community profile. To request the extension, you must wait until after your exam expires, and then follow these steps:

1) Log in to the SAFe Community
2) Select “Learn” and “My Learning” from the tabs at the top
3) Select “In Progress”
4) Select the course for the exam
5) At the bottom of the learning plan, click the blue “Extend time 2 weeks” button next to the exam
6) Agree to the terms of the extension.

This will give you an additional two weeks to complete the exam without charge. If you do not pass the exam or do not complete it within this time, you will need to purchase a retake. Note that you can only activate the
extension one day after the original exam expiration date. This extension option is available for 30 days after the original exam window closes. If you are outside of this window, you will need to purchase an Exam Retake to
complete the exam.

Your first exam attempt is included as part of your course registration fee, provided it is taken within 30 days after your instructor confirms your attendance. This 30-day exam window expires at 11:59 p.m. (23:59:59) in the time zone specified in your account settings. To view your time zone, please navigate to My Settings, then to Preferences, and make any necessary adjustments by clicking the Edit button at the bottom of the Preferences section. Remember to save and close your settings. Please note that it is important to ensure that you have
enough time to complete the exam before it expires, as any incomplete or in-progress exams will not be saved and additional time will not be provided.

As part of the course registration fee, your initial examination attempt is included, provided that it is taken within 30 days of your instructor’s confirmation of attendance. The 30-day examination period expires at 11:59 PM in the time zone specified on your account. An extension policy is available if required.
. To view your time zone, please navigate to My Settings, then to Preferences, and make any necessary adjustments by clicking the Edit button at the bottom of the Preferences section. Remember to save and close your settings. Please note that it is important to ensure that you have enough time to complete the exam before
it expires, as any incomplete or in-progress exams will not be saved and additional time will not be provided.

Upon completion of any certification course, the Project Management Institute (PMI) grants Professional Development Units (PDUs) and the Scrum Alliance grants Scrum Educational Units (SEUs) to the candidate. These units serve to acknowledge the professional’s participation and verify their understanding of Scrum principles and practices. To maintain your certification from the Scrum Alliance, it is necessary to acquire a specific number of SEUs every two years.

By participating in our 2-day SAFe® Product Owner / Product Manager (POPM) training program, you have the opportunity to earn up to 14-16 Professional Development Units (PDUs) and 14-16 Scrum Educational Units (SEUs) credits. Additionally, attendees may be able to apply for 16 PDUs towards their continuing education requirements with the Project Management Institute (PMI) for certifications such as PMP, PgMP, and PMI-ACP. Through this training, you will earn a total of 16 PDUs and 16 SEUs

Professional Development Units (PDUs) and Scrum Education Units (SEUs) acknowledge your commitment to the Agile and Scrum community. These units are awarded by the Scrum Alliance and Project Management Institute (PMI) for your successful professional endeavors. The Scrum Alliance requires a certain number of SEUs to be earned to renew your certification every two years. The Project Management Institute offers PDUs on various certifications, except the Certified Associate in Project Management (CAPM) certification, and expects a
certain number of PDUs to be obtained to renew your certification every three years.