SAFe® Agile Product Manager
Exam Introduction
The programme SAFe® Agile Product Management (APM) is an intensive 20-hour training course aimed at Product Managers, Product Owners, Business Owners and other product leaders who want to learn how to apply agile practices and Design Thinking techniques to create innovative solutions capable of meeting real customer needs and generating concrete results for the business.
The training combines agile product management fundamentals with SAFe® framework principles, offering not only conceptual knowledge but also a strong practical component. Throughout the course, participants learn how to align product strategy, execution, and innovation within the scaled agile framework, ensuring that their organizations are able to respond efficiently to market changes. The certification exam validates the participant's ability to apply these techniques in digital transformation scenarios, solidifying their role as a reference in agile product management.
Exam Requirements
While there are no mandatory prerequisites, it is recommended that candidates have experience in agile environments, familiarity with Lean principles, and some experience in product management or digital transformation. This background facilitates the assimilation of concepts and improves performance during the course.
The exam is administered online, proctored, and consists of 60 multiple-choice questions. It lasts 120 minutes. To pass, candidates must achieve at least 75% correct answers. If they fail on their first attempt, they may retake the exam for an additional fee and within the grace period established by Scaled Agile.
Benefits of Certification
the certification SAFe® Agile Product Manager represents a competitive advantage for professionals who wish to advance their careers and assume leadership roles in digital organizations. It demonstrates that the professional has mastered Design Thinking practices, defining product vision and strategy, building roadmaps, managing backlogs, and tracking success metrics.
Furthermore, the certification positions the professional as an expert in agile product management, demonstrating their ability to align client needs with large-scale business objectives. Global recognition enhances participants' credibility, and they also gain access to exclusive Scaled Agile resources, such as guides, webinars, training, and an international community of experts. This networking allows for the exchange of experiences, constant updates, and new opportunities to work on large-scale digital transformation projects.
For whom it is addressed
The course is suitable for Product Managers, Product Owners, Business Owners, Solution Managers, Marketing and Sales Executives, Product Development Managers, Solution Architects, Agile Transformation Consultants, ScrumMasters, Agile Coaches and teams involved in SAFe® implementations.
In short, it is aimed at any professional who wants to delve deeper into agile product management, align strategy and execution on a large scale, and lead innovation initiatives within modern organizations.
Program content
1. Fundamentals of Agile Product Management
- Introduction to Product Management in the context of SAFe®
- Lean and Agile Principles for Product Management
- How to understand the customer's problem and need
- Developing a continuous value delivery mindset
2. Applying Design Thinking to Product Discovery
- Introduction to Design Thinking and its phases
- Defining personas, problems and customer journeys
- Prototyping and validation of product hypotheses
- Rapidly testing and iterating based on customer feedback
3. Defining the Vision, Strategy and Product Roadmap
- Developing a clear product vision aligned with business objectives
- Development of incremental and iterative product roadmaps
- Market entry strategies and product positioning
- Feature prioritization and backlog management
4. Executing the Product Lifecycle in Agile Environments
- Managing Releases and Program Increments (PIs) with SAFe®
- Collaboration with development teams and stakeholders
- Synchronizing Product Roadmaps with Solution Roadmaps
- Applying Lean Startup practices for agile development
5. Developing and Delivering Innovative Solutions
- Continuous innovation and product improvement practices
- Using metrics and KPIs to measure product success
- Exploring new market opportunities and product expansion
- Facilitating brainstorming sessions and innovation workshops
6. Metrics and Success Indicators for Product Management
- Defining customer-centric metrics: NPS, CSAT
- Monitoring product metrics: cycle time, lead time
- Business metrics: ROI, profit margin and market share
- Using continuous feedback to improve products and processes
7. Closing and Certification
- SAFe® Agile Product Management Certification Exam Preparation
- Summary of key concepts and practices
- Additional Resources and Ongoing Support for Certification
- Next steps and continued development of product management skills
Differential
The course's biggest differentiator SAFe® Agile Product Manager is the integration of strategy, design, and execution. Certified professionals are equipped to transform insights into scalable products, aligning client needs with business objectives.
Upon completion of the training, participants will be able to lead Agile Release Trains, facilitate collaborative planning processes, and ensure that the product vision is always aligned with the organization's strategic objectives. This approach makes safe agile product management not just a certification, but a strategic path for professionals who want to be protagonists of innovation and agile transformation in any company.
