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PSPO Study Guide: The Best Plan to Crack PSPO Exam 2025

Updated on 05 July, 2022

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Scrum is a quality-driven process for producing excellent business outcomes. Organizations are looking for professional product owners that grasp this notion and can use it in the real world. Employers use many credentialing services to certify levels of comprehension and application by level, which are referred to as belts. Scrum training sessions, along with resources like a PSPO study guide, assist you in learning PSPO I principles, studying efficiently and effectively to pass your exam, advance your career, and prepare for this real-world chance.

What is Professional Scrum Product Owner Certification?

Professional scrum product owner certification demonstrates their knowledge of Scrum and the Product Owner job and their ability to use that knowledge in real-world scenarios. The value of PSPO certification is inextricably linked to   the knowledge demonstration required to obtain it. You can learn these techniques by undergoing PSPO certification training. PSPO assessments are much more valuable than other Scrum Product Ownership options. We also make an effort to keep them valuable and current by inspecting and adapting the assessment content on a regular basis. 

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How to Choose PSPO Certification Level? 

Those who are new to PSPO training may be perplexed when selecting the appropriate certification level. People are sometimes unclear whether certification level is best suited to their degree of comprehension of quality-related topics. To make the decision easier, referring to a PSPO study guide can provide valuable insights into the certification levels and their requirements. To tackle this issue, you must conduct a self-evaluation of the Scrum topic as well as your employment requirements.  

Is PSPO certification worth investing in? 

This certification is not as well-known as the PSM (Professional Scrum Master™) I, but it is a fantastic choice if you are interested in product ownership (for example, if you are a business analyst who wants to start working on Scrum projects). It is a reputable accreditation that, combined with its low price, makes it a high-value option. 

I recommend studying for and passing the PSM I exam first, as it covers roughly 75% of the questions on the PSPO I exam. Enrolling for an agile course for beginners can give you better results. Also, if you pass the PSPO I test, you should be able to pass the PSM I exam as well.  

Best PSPO Certification Study Guide 

PSPO I Exam Guide - How to Begin Preparation? 

Device a study plan as prepare to become a professional scrum product owner Certified Expert. Make sure you stick to this path if you want to do well in the exam. The steps that will aid you are as follows: 

  • Take a look at the Scrum exam's syllabus. Prepare a study schedule based on the amount of time you have till the exam. 
  • You must thoroughly learn every aspect of Scrum from the PSPO study guide. 
  • Scrum examinations are noted for asking logical questions based on scenarios. As a result, when you are studying, try to connect every topic to a real-world business issue. This will not only assist you in better answering the question, but it will also assist you in broadening your knowledge. 
  • You must complete the activities for all of the topics in order to gain a deeper understanding of them. 
  • Attempting to solve PSPO problems that are exam oriented, I find that using sample questions is quite beneficial. They can originate with no trouble on the internet. 
  • Subscribe to receive quality PSPO I practice tests. These tests contain questions that are similar to those found on actual exams, as well as an environment that makes you feel as if you are taking a real exam. 
  • Identify your weak areas at the end of each practice test to ace the exam. For each topic, consult the PSPO study material. 
  • Trying PSPO for the first-time practice tests over and over to help you score more than you have in the past. 
  • Every try at the PSPO I practice test teaches you something new. Every time you play, try to improve your score. This will help you get your desired outcome in the exam. 
  • Our courses include scrum simulator, an online practice test. These tests are considerably superior to the internet holding sheets. 

PSPO 2 Exam Guide - How to begin preparation? 

Attending the Scrum.org Professional Scrum Product Owner course is the finest and most effective way to prepare for the Professional Scrum Product Owner II (PSPO II) assessment. It will teach you everything about the theory you need to know, along with real-world examples to help you remember what you have learned. Of course, if you have adequate knowledge and expertise, you can take and pass PSPO II without attending a course. 

If you have not already done so, you should take and pass the PSPO I assessment. Prepare for this assessment by reading how to prepare for PSPO 1 exam and using a comprehensive PSPO study guide to ensure a well-rounded preparation.

The next step is to enroll in a Scrum.org Professional Scrum Product Owner – PSPO advanced training. While the subject taught and the two days spent investigating advanced Product Owner concepts are not required to pass PSPO II, they will still make passing the exam much easier. 

PSPO Study Materials and Other Resources

To study for the Scrum.org Professional Scrum Product Owner I certification test, there are numerous resources available both online and offline. The following are some of the resources that will aid you in your exam preparation:  

Self-study: 

The candidates for Scrum.org Professional Scrum Product Owner can opt for our certification guide. Sample questions and online practice exams are available on the site and are fairly similar to the actual test. Our practice tests are simulated. Giving these tests allow a candidate to plan ahead of time for the real exams. Sample questions and online practice exams are available on the site, and they are fairly similar to the actual test. The site's practice tests are simulated.  

The top PSPO books for studying are: 

  • Mohammed Musthafa Soukath Ali's The Professional Scrum Product Owner: A Guide to Passing the PSPO 1 Exam 
  • Don McGreal's The Professional Product Owner: Using Scrum to Gain a Competitive Edge 
  • Pass the Professional Scrum Master and Product Owner Exams on Your First Try with the Definitive Guide to PSM I and PSPO I by Moritz Knueppel (The Definitive Guides to Scrum Exams) 

How to Prepare for and Pass the PSPO Exams 

Prepare for the PSPO test and ace it. Even if you are not planning to take the PSPO test (for whatever reason), you should nonetheless follow the processes outlined in the PSPO study guide and the PSPO Scrum Certification Guide before continuing.

You may find recommended books for the PSPO exam prep on the Scrum.org website. You do not have to read them all; just pick a few that pique your interest. My personal favorites are: 

  1. Product Ownership in Scrum 
  2. Scrum-based Agile Product Management 
  3. Creating a Lean Startup 
  4. Application of User Stories 
  5. Agile Planning and Estimation  
  6. (optional) Use an online course to prepare for the PSPO exam. Some people choose to use eLearning courses; if you do, make sure to use one that is compatible with PSPO. 
  7. Scrum.org offers a Product Owner Open evaluation. Check all of your incorrect answers with the Scrum Guide and the Scrum.org Forums, and instead of remembering them, strive to comprehend the concept. If you cannot find what you are searching for, post a question in the forums; you will find a lot of helpful individuals there. Repeat the evaluation until you understand all of the questions; some of those questions will appear on the actual test. 
  8. (optional) Use third-party sample exams, such as the PSPO exam simulator from Management Plaza. Check to see if the sample exam is for the professional scrum product owner exam. 

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Tips and Tricks for Passing the PSPO Exam 

  • The Scrum.org Evidence Based Management Guide should be read and understood. 
  • Favor any response that encourages experimentation and data-driven decision-making. 
  • Even if you have to make an educated guess, answer all of the questions. There are no negative marks on the evaluation. 
  • On the Scrum.org website, read the following blog posts: 
    1. 10 (Business) Value Tips for Product Owners. 
    2. Product roadmap examples and tips for Agile product roadmaps. 
    3. The Product Owner's Positions. 
  • The test contains multiple-choice questions, including a few particularly difficult 'Select all answers that apply' problems. These should be handled with extreme care. 
  • Some questions are very much, it depends as they are with all Scrum.org evaluations. Do not get too hung up on these. Choose an answer, write down the question number, and return to these tougher questions once you have completed all the questions. You want to make sure that you do not run out of time, and you spend as much time as possible on the questions that will help you. 
  • Take advantage of the free second attempt at the assessment if you have attended a Scrum.org Professional Scrum Product Owner – Advanced course (if you take your first attempt and fail within 14 days of the class). This is a significant benefit that will be critical for many people attempting to pass the exam. 
  • To determine if you are ready for the real thing, take our free PSPO II Practice Assessment. 
  • You can also take our Ultimate Professional Scrum Product Owner II (PSPO II) Practice Assessment, which is available for a fee. This is the best and most comprehensive PSPO II practice assessment accessible anywhere, including 20 questions. 

Conclusion

Product Owner certification is a solid career option and sends a strong signal to potential employers, clients, or peers. We recommend a PSPO I as the minimum and a PSPO II to be the standard in most circumstances. On the other hand, someone holding a PSPO III gets my undivided attention because they have completed quite a task. For those preparing, a PSPO study guide can be an invaluable resource for mastering the key concepts and ensuring success.

Of course, there are exceptions to the norm, as evidenced by the fact that there are exceptions to the rule. Some superb agile practitioners, for example, do not believe in any type of Scrum certification, and they get along fine. They do, however, put in a lot of effort for the agile community and are well-known for it. Simply ask yourself, "Do you belong to this group?" If not, then obtain a PSPO certificate from KnowledgeHut PSPO certification training

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

1. How do I study for the PSPO?

  • Because the PSPO I certification is both accessible and challenging, my first piece of advice is to set aside at least three weeks for preparation. 
  • Read the Scrum Guide over and over until you have grasped all of its nuances. 
  • Read the whole Product Owner Learning Path. 
  • All PSPO documents should be read. 

2. Is the PSPO exam difficult?

This is, without a doubt, the most challenging certification exam. In order to prepare for this exam, aspirants might have to invest about sixty hours of study time. Completing a two-day in-person PSPO I course will give you the confidence to pass the exam in one go.

3. What is the difference between PSPO1 and PSPO?

PSPO I is concerned with' material knowledge,' while PSPO II is concerned with 'practice and real-world circumstances.' The two certificates, as you may assume, cover distinct topics. PSPO II expands on the material of PSPO I and examines new topics for Scrum Masters.

4. What is the validity of PSPO I certification?

The PSPO 1 certification is only valid for two years after you pass the training.

5. Who Earns More Scrum Master or Product Owner?

The typical beginning compensation for a Product Owner is slightly higher, but only by a small margin. So, depending on what you want to be, you can choose either role.

6. Is Product Ownership a Good Job?

Overall, the Product Owner career path is a rewarding one to pursue and will allow you to put your leadership skills to good use. You can see every step of the product development process from conception to completion.