SAFe ® POPM for Government

Three Full Days or Six Half Days

Overview

The SAFe Product Owner / Product Manager (POPM) for Government certification program is designed to help public sector professionals master product strategy and execution within government frameworks using the Scaled Agile Framework (SAFe®).

This instructor-led course enables participants to define, prioritize, and manage program backlogs effectively, lead and support PI (Program Increment) Planning, and drive agile delivery aligned with public mission outcomes. Participants gain practical tools to integrate lean-agile and customer-centric thinking in complex government settings, ensuring compliance while accelerating value delivery.

Upon successful completion and passing of the certification exam, participants earn the SAFe Product Owner / Product Manager (POPM) certification from Scaled Agile, Inc.

Who Should Attend

This course is ideal for professionals working in or with government organizations who are involved in defining, prioritizing, and delivering products and services within a SAFe environment. Recommended participants include:

• Product Owners and Product Managers

• Business Analysts

• Project Managers

• Program Managers

• Scrum Masters

• Agile Coaches and Team Leads

• Contracting Officers and Government Executives involved in Agile transformation

Prerequisites

No prior SAFe experience is required; however, participants will benefit from:

• A basic understanding of Agile principles, Scrum, or Kanban

• Familiarity with government program or project management processes

• Experience working in cross-functional teams or large-scale initiatives

Exam Format

• Exam Type: Multiple-choice, web-based, closed book

• Number of Questions: 45

• Duration: 90 minutes

• Passing Score: Determined by Scaled Agile, Inc. (typically 77%)

• Credits Earned: PMI PDUs and Scrum Alliance SEUs

Delivery Mode / Training

• Instructor-led sessions (classroom or virtual live training)

• Interactive workshops and case studies

• Exam-focused preparation with practice questions and test strategies

• Access to online resources, templates, and reference materials

• Flexible timing options across US, UK, Europe, Dubai, Middle East, India, and Asia-Pacific

Topics Covered

1. Applying Lean-Agile Product Management in Government – 15%
Understand how to adapt SAFe principles to government projects and programs while ensuring compliance and maximizing mission outcomes.

2. Roles and Responsibilities of Product Owners and Product Managers – 20%
Explore the daily responsibilities of POs and PMs, including backlog ownership, stakeholder alignment, forecasting, and risk management.

3. Leading and Supporting PI Planning – 20%
Learn how to prepare for and lead Program Increment (PI) planning sessions, align vision and roadmaps with strategic government goals, and establish measurable objectives.

4. Managing Backlogs and Delivering Value – 20%
Develop skills to define, prioritize, and deliver features and stories using lean-agile principles and customer-centric thinking.

5. Leveraging AI for Product Management – 10%
Gain insights into applying artificial intelligence responsibly for backlog refinement, prioritization, and customer feedback analysis.

6. Value Stream Thinking and System Demos – 15%
Understand how to use value stream mapping, story mapping, Kanban boards, and system demos to connect strategy with delivery.

Learning Outcomes

1. Master Product Ownership and Management – 20%
Gain a clear understanding of the roles, responsibilities, and mindset of a SAFe Product Owner and Product Manager in government settings.

2. Drive Lean-Agile Delivery and Value Realization – 20%
Learn how to apply Lean-Agile principles to deliver incremental value, optimize government resources, and improve transparency.

3. Lead Effective PI Planning – 20%
Develop the ability to lead and contribute to PI planning, ensuring alignment between teams, stakeholders, and strategic objectives.

4. Manage Government Program Backlogs – 15%
Acquire practical skills for managing multiple backlogs, handling dependencies, and coordinating with Agile Release Trains (ARTs).

5. Integrate AI and Innovation – 10%
Learn how to responsibly integrate AI tools into product management workflows for better prioritization and user insights.

6. Foster Continuous Learning and Improvement – 15%
Engage in ongoing improvement through SAFe+ resources, workshops, webinars, and the global SAFe community for continued professional development.