During this two day course attendees will :
- develop the skillsets needed to guide the delivery of value in a Lean enterprise
- learn about the activities, tools, and mechanics used to manage backlogs and programs
- gain an in-depth understanding of the Agile Release Train (ART), how it delivers value, and what can be done to effectively perform the role.
- learn how to apply Lean thinking to write Epics, break them down into Features and Stories
- plan and execute Iterations
- plan Program Increments.
- learn about the Continuous Delivery Pipeline and DevOps culture
- learn how to effectively integrate as Product Owners and Product Managers, and what it takes to relentlessly improve the ART.
By the end of the course attendees will be able to perform the role of a SAFe® Product Owner/Product Manager and be able to:
- Apply SAFe in the Lean enterprise
- Connect SAFe Lean-Agile principles and values to the PO/PM roles
- Collaborate with Lean Portfolio Management
- Explore continuous value with Program Increment Planning
- Execute the Program Increment and deliver continuous value
- Articulate the Product Owner and Product Manager roles
- Create a role action plan
Attending this course will benefit anyone delivering value but there are specific key benefits for the following roles :
- Product Managers, Product Line Managers, Product Owners, Business Owners, and Business Analysts
- Solution Managers, Portfolio Managers, Program Managers, PMO personnel, and Process Leads
- Enterprise, Solution, and System Architect
The following topics will be covered during the Course:
- Applying SAFe in the Lean enterprise
- Relating a Lean-Agile Mindset to the Product Owner and Product Manager roles
- Collaborating with Lean Portfolio Management
- Continuously explore customer needs
- Executing the Program Increment
- Defining the Product Owner/Product Manager roles and responsibilities
- Creating a Product Owner/Product Manager action plan
Attendees must attend both days of the course in order to be eligible for the SAFe® 4.5 Agilist exam enhancing your CV and career opportunities. Upon passing the exam you will also receive as part of your certification a variety of learning resources to support you during your SAFe journey, along with :
- SAFE Certification :
- SAFe 4.5 Agilist certificate
- SAFe 4.5 Agilist digital badge to promote your accomplishment online
- One-year membership and access to the SAFe Community of Practice & Scaled Agile Community Platform as a SAFe Agilist
- PMI Members :
- This course provides 15 Professional Development Units (PDUs) towards their continuing education requirements with the Project Management Institute (PMI) for PMP, PgMP and PMI-ACP certifications
- Scrum Alliance Members:
- This course provides 15 Category C Scrum Education Units (SEUs) toward earning or renewing their CSP through Scrum Alliance