Product Owner Certifications

There are various certifications for Product Owners. At Agile Academy we offer the most well-known certificates from Scrum Alliance and Scrum.org. Both are recognized across the world but have different advantages and requirements:

• Certified Scrum Product Owner® (CSPO): This certificate is offered by Scrum Alliance and, in addition to the Scrum principles, places great emphasis on the business context. To receive this certificate, you can attend a two- to three-day CSPO Training with one of our Certified Scrum Trainers®. The CSPO certification must be renewed every two years, for which various options such as participation in Scrum Education Units (SEUs) are available at Agile Academy.
• Professional Scrum Product Owner 1 (PSPO 1): This certification is issued by Scrum.org and focuses primarily on the Scrum methodology. Unlike the CSPO certification, the PSPO certificate is valid indefinitely. To obtain this certificate, you can attend our PSPO 1 Training. The certificate is included in the course fee. Alternatively, the PSPO certificate can be acquired independently of training, for example, after attending our Product Owner Online Course. In this case, you will need to purchase the certificate yourself and pass an exam. The online course prepares you optimally for this.

Both certifications are globally recognized, but they have different approaches and requirements.

You can find more information about the process and agenda of the different trainings on their respective course pages. If you have further questions, feel free to contact us.

The Agile Academy offers common certifications for Product Owners—and those who want to become one.

• Certified Scrum Product Owner (CSPO)
• Advanced Certified Scrum Product Owner (A-CSPO)
• Certified Scrum Professional® - Product Owner (CSP-PO)

• Professional Scrum Product Owner 1 (PSPO 1)
• Professional Scrum Product Owner 2 (PSPO 2)

You will receive these certificates following the corresponding live training.

By participating in our Product Owner Online Course, you will receive an award from the Business Agility Academy. Moreover, the course thoroughly prepares you for a certification through scrum.org, which you can acquire independently.

At Agile Academy, we focus not only on very high quality but also on a practice-oriented learning approach. Instead of dry lectures, we offer interactive learning with numerous exercises and real examples that help you truly understand and apply Scrum principles. In a relaxed atmosphere, supported by free drinks and refreshments, you can fully concentrate on learning. But our commitment does not end with the training: We also stand by your side afterwards and answer any of your questions to ensure that you are well-prepared for your agile journey.

With most of our live trainings, you additionally get free access to the corresponding online course. This allows you to deepen your knowledge and refresh it time and again.

We also offer various options for certification and can make the right offer to meet your needs. You decide whether you want to complete your training with us on-site, in a remote training, or in an online course.

In today's digital world, e-learning with online courses at Agile Academy offers flexibility and self-determination:

• Flexibility: Learn at your own pace and wherever you want.
• Self-directed learning: Delve into topics as you need.
• Cost-effectiveness: No additional travel or room costs.
• Access to resources: Our digital materials are always there for you.

Of course, live trainings have their own charm, but online courses offer you the freedom you may be looking for.

Both courses offer an excellent introduction to the world of Product Ownership and agile management:

• Certified Scrum Product Owner (CSPO): Focuses on the principles and practices of Scrum and agile product management.
• Professional Scrum Product Owner 1 (PSPO 1): Delves deeper into the theory and philosophy of Scrum and product management, with various levels for different requirements.

Further details on the course content can be found on the respective course pages. If you have further questions, feel free to contact us.

Scrum Alliance and Scrum.org are both recognized organizations that offer training and certifications in the field of Scrum. However, there are some differences:

• Founding: Scrum Alliance was founded in 2001 as the first organization of its kind, while Scrum.org was launched later in 2009 by Ken Schwaber, one of the co-founders of Scrum.
• Certifications: Both organizations offer various certifications, although the exact titles and requirements may differ.
• Renewal: With Scrum Alliance, certificates must be renewed every two years, while Scrum.org has no renewal requirements for their certificates.
• Philosophy: While both organizations promote the Scrum framework, approaches and focus in training and materials may differ.

It's important to emphasize that both Scrum Alliance and Scrum.org are highly respected in the agile community and both contribute valuable work to the advancement of Scrum and agile practices.