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Exam Information
Official specifications published by Scrum
Exam Format
60 min
80
85%
Foundation
Registration
$200 USD
Online via Scrum.org or online proctoring
Validity
Lifetime - no renewal required
Not required - lifetime certification; Can pursue PSPO II for advanced certification
PSPO-I Exam Topics and Domains
PSPO-I is organized into 3 weighted domains. Expect to work with Sprint planning, Sprint Review, Backlog refinement, Daily Scrum, and more.
1
Understanding and Applying the Scrum Framework
25%
Empiricism
Three Pillars of EmpiricismLean Thinking
- Understand how empiricism guides the Scrum framework
- Apply empirical process control in product development
- Recognize when transparency is lacking
Scrum Team
Product Owner RoleCross-functional Teams
- Understand the accountabilities of each Scrum Team member
- Recognize characteristics of effective Scrum Teams
- Apply self-management principles
Scrum Events
Sprint PlanningSprint ReviewSprint Retrospective
- Understand the purpose and outcomes of each Scrum event
- Apply appropriate timeboxes for events
- Facilitate effective Scrum events
Scrum Artifacts
Product BacklogSprint BacklogIncrement
- Understand the purpose and commitments of each artifact
- Apply transparency through artifact management
- Recognize the relationships between artifacts
Definition of Done
Quality Standards
- Create and maintain effective Definition of Done
- Ensure quality through DoD application
- Understand organizational vs team standards
2
Developing People and Teams
10%
Self-Managing Teams
Team AutonomyAccountability and Professionalism
- Foster self-management in Scrum Teams
- Support team autonomy while maintaining accountability
- Build professional team culture
Scrum Values
Five Scrum Values
- Embody Scrum values in daily work
- Coach others in Scrum values
- Recognize value violations
3
Managing Products with Agility
65%
Product Vision
Creating Product VisionProduct Goal
- Develop compelling product visions
- Communicate vision effectively to stakeholders
- Align Product Goals with vision
Product Value
Value MaximizationValue Delivery
- Define and measure product value
- Maximize value delivery through ordering
- Balance value, risk, and dependencies
Product Backlog Management
Product Backlog ItemsOrdering the BacklogRefinement Activities
- Create and maintain effective Product Backlogs
- Order items to maximize value
- Facilitate productive refinement sessions
Business Strategy
Strategic AlignmentBusiness Metrics
- Align product decisions with business strategy
- Define and track business metrics
- Communicate business value to stakeholders
Stakeholders and Customers
Stakeholder ManagementCustomer Collaboration
- Build effective stakeholder relationships
- Gather and incorporate customer feedback
- Balance stakeholder needs with product vision
Forecasting and Release Planning
Empirical ForecastingRelease Strategies
- Create realistic forecasts based on empirical data
- Plan releases that deliver value incrementally
- Communicate progress and forecasts transparently
How do I earn this certification?
Passing PSPO-I earns the Professional Scrum Product Owner I certification. It sits in the Product Owner track.
Current Level Exams
- PSM-I - Professional Scrum Master IUnderstanding Scrum Master role enhances PO effectiveness
- PSK-I - Professional Scrum with Kanban IKanban practices complement Product Backlog management
- PSD-I - Professional Scrum Developer I Technical understanding helps PO work with Developers
Next Level Options
- PSPO-II - Professional Scrum Product Owner II
- PSPO-III - Professional Scrum Product Owner III
- PSM-II - Professional Scrum Master IIAdvanced Scrum mastery complements PO skills
Alternative Paths
- PSU-I - Professional Scrum with User Experience I UX skills enhance product value delivery
- PAL-I - Professional Agile Leadership I Leadership skills for organizational agility
- SPS - Scaled Professional Scrum Managing products across multiple teams
Practice with Precision
The PlanetCert Simulator mirrors the real exam environment with authentic questions and timed pressure.
How to study for this exam?
Use the official PlanetCert Practice Test alongside the study plan below to prepare efficiently for PSPO-I.
What's changed on this exam?
Current Status
- ACTIVE
- Last content update: 2020-11-18
Updates
- Scrum Guide 2020 Foundation for all PSPO-I questions • Release date: 2020-11-18
- Professional Scrum Competencies Current Defines focus areas for exam questions • Release date: 2023-01-01
Who should take this exam?
This exam is typically taken by Product Owners and Product Managers transitioning to Agile.
- Professional Scrum Product Owner (PSPO) training course
- Thorough understanding of the Scrum Guide
- Experience working as or with Product Owners
- Practice with Product Owner Open assessment
- Study of suggested reading materials