What topics does a CSPO certification cover?

The CSPO certification covers a range of concepts that help you to manage and deliver successful Agile products, including: <li class="OutlineElement Ltr SCXW68386910 BCX8" aria-setsize="-1" data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="19" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559685":720,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Symbol","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"","469777815":"multilevel"}" data-aria-posinset="1" data-aria-level="1"> Agile and Scrum fundamentals, roles and events. <li class="OutlineElement Ltr SCXW68386910 BCX8" aria-setsize="-1" data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="19" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559685":720,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Symbol","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"","469777815":"multilevel"}" data-aria-posinset="2" data-aria-level="1"> Product vision, strategy and communicating a clear product direction. <li class="OutlineElement Ltr SCXW68386910 BCX8" aria-setsize="-1" data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="19" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559685":720,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Symbol","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"","469777815":"multilevel"}" data-aria-posinset="3" data-aria-level="1"> Stakeholder management, balancing competing priorities and gathering feedback. <li class="OutlineElement Ltr SCXW68386910 BCX8" aria-setsize="-1" data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="19" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559685":720,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Symbol","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"","469777815":"multilevel"}" data-aria-posinset="4" data-aria-level="1"> Backlog management and refining and maintaining user stories. <li class="OutlineElement Ltr SCXW68386910 BCX8" aria-setsize="-1" data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="19" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559685":720,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Symbol","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"","469777815":"multilevel"}" data-aria-posinset="5" data-aria-level="1"> Release planning and aligning delivery cycles with business goals. These topics help professionals bridge communication between business stakeholders and Scrum teams.

How do I earn a CSPO certification?

To earn the CSPO certification: <li class="OutlineElement Ltr SCXW229116809 BCX8" aria-setsize="-1" data-leveltext="%1." data-font="" data-listid="20" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":0,"335559685":720,"335559991":360,"469769242":[65533,0],"469777803":"left","469777804":"%1.","469777815":"multilevel"}" data-aria-posinset="1" data-aria-level="1"> Attend an official two-day CSPO course through a Scrum Alliance Certified Trainer (CST). <li class="OutlineElement Ltr SCXW229116809 BCX8" aria-setsize="-1" data-leveltext="%1." data-font="" data-listid="20" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":0,"335559685":720,"335559991":360,"469769242":[65533,0],"469777803":"left","469777804":"%1.","469777815":"multilevel"}" data-aria-posinset="2" data-aria-level="1"> Engage in practical exercises and discussions during the course to demonstrate understanding. <li class="OutlineElement Ltr SCXW229116809 BCX8" aria-setsize="-1" data-leveltext="%1." data-font="" data-listid="20" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":0,"335559685":720,"335559991":360,"469769242":[65533,0],"469777803":"left","469777804":"%1.","469777815":"multilevel"}" data-aria-posinset="3" data-aria-level="1"> Receive your certification directly from Scrum Alliance upon course completion. Currently, you do not need to pass an exam to earn this certification.

What are the pre-requisites of a CSPO certification?

There are no formal pre-requisites to attend a CSPO course. However, it’s recommended that you: <li class="OutlineElement Ltr SCXW46616882 BCX8" aria-setsize="-1" data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="21" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559685":720,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Symbol","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"","469777815":"multilevel"}" data-aria-posinset="1" data-aria-level="1"> Have some familiarity with Agile or Scrum principles, and <li class="OutlineElement Ltr SCXW46616882 BCX8" aria-setsize="-1" data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="21" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559685":720,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Symbol","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"","469777815":"multilevel"}" data-aria-posinset="2" data-aria-level="1"> Possess experience in product management , business analysis , or software delivery. Those new to Scrum may benefit from completing the Certified ScrumMaster (CSM) certification first, though it is not mandatory.

Which roles require a CSPO certification?

The CSPO certification is designed for professionals who oversee product delivery and value creation in Agile teams. Common roles include: <li class="OutlineElement Ltr SCXW41868383 BCX8" aria-setsize="-1" data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="22" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559685":720,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Symbol","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"","469777815":"multilevel"}" data-aria-posinset="1" data-aria-level="1"> Product Owner <li class="OutlineElement Ltr SCXW41868383 BCX8" aria-setsize="-1" data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="22" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559685":720,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Symbol","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"","469777815":"multilevel"}" data-aria-posinset="2" data-aria-level="1"> Product Manager <li class="OutlineElement Ltr SCXW41868383 BCX8" aria-setsize="-1" data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="22" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559685":720,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Symbol","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"","469777815":"multilevel"}" data-aria-posinset="3" data-aria-level="1"> Business Analyst <li class="OutlineElement Ltr SCXW41868383 BCX8" aria-setsize="-1" data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="22" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559685":720,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Symbol","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"","469777815":"multilevel"}" data-aria-posinset="4" data-aria-level="1"> Project Manager <li class="OutlineElement Ltr SCXW41868383 BCX8" aria-setsize="-1" data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="22" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559685":720,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Symbol","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"","469777815":"multilevel"}" data-aria-posinset="5" data-aria-level="1"> Scrum Team Member or Stakeholder From software and fintech to manufacturing and public sector, the certification is most valuable across industries wherever Agile product development is applied.

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Certified Scrum Product Owner (CSPO)

The Certified Scrum Product Owner (CSPO) certification demonstrates your ability to lead Agile product development and maximise business value. It’s ideal for professionals responsible for defining vision, managing product backlogs, and collaborating with Scrum teams.

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What is Certified Scrum Product Owner (CSPO)?

The CSPO certification, accredited by Scrum Alliance, validates your skills as a key decision-maker in Agile projects. It focuses on the Product Owner’s role in managing the product backlog, prioritising features, and ensuring the team delivers maximum value to the business.

By earning a CSPO certification, professionals show that they understand Scrum principles and can effectively translate business goals into actionable product outcomes.

This certification guide was written by our team of agile experts.

The CSPO certification covers a range of concepts that help you to manage and deliver successful Agile products, including:

Agile and Scrum fundamentals, roles and events.

Product vision, strategy and communicating a clear product direction.

Stakeholder management, balancing competing priorities and gathering feedback.

Backlog management and refining and maintaining user stories.

Release planning and aligning delivery cycles with business goals.

These topics help professionals bridge communication between business stakeholders and Scrum teams.

To earn the CSPO certification:

Attend an official two-day CSPO course through a Scrum Alliance Certified Trainer (CST).

Engage in practical exercises and discussions during the course to demonstrate understanding.

Receive your certification directly from Scrum Alliance upon course completion. Currently, you do not need to pass an exam to earn this certification.

There are no formal pre-requisites to attend a CSPO course. However, it’s recommended that you:

Have some familiarity with Agile or Scrum principles, and

Possess experience in product management, business analysis, or software delivery.

Those new to Scrum may benefit from completing the Certified ScrumMaster (CSM) certification first, though it is not mandatory.

The CSPO certification is designed for professionals who oversee product delivery and value creation in Agile teams. Common roles include:

Product Owner

Product Manager

Business Analyst

Project Manager

Scrum Team Member or Stakeholder

From software and fintech to manufacturing and public sector, the certification is most valuable across industries wherever Agile product development is applied.

The CSPO certification is highly regarded within Agile and product management communities.

Career progression

It enhances your credibility in roles requiring strategic product leadership.

Industry relevance

Recognised globally by employers seeking Agile-qualified professionals.

Salary potential

According to Payscale, UK professionals with CSPO certification earn between £60,000–£95,000, depending on experience and industry.

Practical impact

CSPO training focuses on real-world Agile scenarios, helping you lead teams that deliver tangible business value.

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What is the exam structure of Certified Scrum Product Owner (CSPO)?

Unlike most Scrum certifications, the CSPO does not currently require an exam. Candidates earn certification by successfully completing a two-day, instructor-led course delivered by a Scrum Alliance Certified Trainer (CST).

Relevant learning resources include:

The Scrum Guide by Ken Schwaber and Jeff Sutherland

Scrum Alliance learning resources and community forums

Agile product management books and podcasts focused on backlog refinement and stakeholder collaboration

These materials help reinforce practical Scrum application and effective product ownership techniques.

A CSPO certification is valid for two years from the date of issue. To maintain it, you must:

Earn Scrum Education Units (SEUs) through continued learning or participation in Scrum events.

Pay a renewal fee to Scrum Alliance.

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