Certified Scrum Product Owner (CSPO)
Course Overview
Participants gain the knowledge and skills needed to excel as Product Owners within the Scrum framework. This course serves as a passport to the world of modern product development, where attendees confidently embark on the journey of experiencing all the Product Owner accountabilities.
Introducing your guide to Best Agile- Aaron Sanders
A Journey of Innovation
Hello and welcome! I’m Aaron Sanders. I love finding new and better ways to do things, especially in product development.
Making a Difference
For over 20 years, I’ve worked hard to make a big difference in how companies use technology in software product development. And I also care about making the world a better place. Everywhere I work, I think about if and how it can help people and our planet.
Working Globally, Caring Personally
It’s hard to believe that I’ve worked in 28 countries. Whether I’m coaching a team in Silicon Valley or teaching in South Africa, it’s with the specifics in mind and creating a personal journey. When someone says, “This is the best team I’ve ever worked on!” -that to me is some of the Best Agile.
Working with the Brand Names as well as Startups
I’ve been lucky to work with some big tech companies like Cisco, Yahoo!, ABC/Disney, eBay, and then some 50 more. But no matter how big or small the place or the work, I always give it my all.
Life-long Learner
While I’ve got my roots in the University of Colorado and am also a Certified Scrum Trainer, there are other interests. My current new personal interests are rock climbing, and plant identification when on hikes.
Join Me
This isn’t just about business. It’s about making connections, as well as making a difference. So, if you’re looking to collaborate, learn, or get inspired, you’re in the right place. Let’s connect and make something great together!
Course Benefits
Obtaining the CSPO license unlocks
- Certification and Resources: It provides official recognition, comprehensive course materials, 16 professional development credits, and practical knowledge for immediate application in organizations.
- Career Advancement: CSPO certification broadens career opportunities in Agile industries and serves as tangible proof of Scrum expertise, enhancing professional standing.
- Community and Networking: Gain access to a supportive community of Scrum experts and peers, facilitating continuous learning and keeping updated on industry trends and innovations.
Course Highlights
Over the span of two days, go on a learning journey that includes:
🧭 Exploring the intricacies of Product Ownership, distinguishing it from traditional product management and project sponsorship.
📊 Tuning up capabilities to accurately set timelines and effectively manage expectations.
🤿 Immersion in the attributes essential for the day-to-day responsibilities of a Product Owner.
🎯 Gaining strategies for consistently aligning products with customer needs.
🎨 Mastering the art of crafting impeccable user stories.
⬆️ Uncovering techniques to expedite product development while maintaining unwavering quality.
Course Structure
Teams of 3-4 work through activities in:
- Scrum, Agile and process types
- Product Owner accountabilities
- Modeling out a product solution opportunity
- Creating personas and discussing research
- Collaboratively refining user stories and building story maps
Intended Audience
- Product Managers, Business Stakeholders, and Product Marketing Professionals aiming to create valuable products.
- User Experience Practitioners and Business Analysts dedicated to crafting usable and desirable products.
- Senior Engineers committed to ensuring the feasibility of products.
- Project Managers, Scrum Masters, and Agile Coaches prepared to lead effective product discovery and delivery.
What do others have to say about working with Aaron?
Aaron is a committed and knowledgeable Agile practitioner. He is fearless in experimenting new ideas and bringing them to life. He wrote quality code, extensive unit and integration tests while developing an enterprise grade software product using Test Driven methodology. His efforts were valuable in delivering the product in 2 week cycles.
—Deepak Gaur
Consultant
Can you also tag people as having the skill "All Around Great Guy"? I worked pretty closely with Aaron while at Yahoo and he was a steady, patient influencer and educator as he brought both devs and management around to the benefits of a well-implemented agile program. I learned a lot from Aaron plus he was just a warm, genuine person that was a pleasure to work with. Miss you, Aaron... meet up for a drink some time?
—Robert Ames
Engineering Manager - Salesforce
We hired Aaron to provide Product Discovery and Agile training at Marriott in 2013. It was one of the best training we have had. The first training was for over 40 people and it was so productive that we brought him back several times for more training. The key differentiating factors were: - He was quick to understand our business model, the areas we needed to focus on and tailored the training accordingly. -He was very creative with his presentation and training style, making them very interactive and engaging sessions. -Excellent knowledge of the subject. I strongly recommend Aaron!
—Dhruba Deka
Senior Director at Marriott International