LPM: 08 May 9 - 5 PM CDT

The SAFe LPM Certification Training program is a comprehensive course designed to equip individuals with the skills and knowledge needed to manage lean portfolios effectively. The training covers various topics, including Portfolio Kanban, Lean Budgeting, Value Stream Budgets, and Lean Portfolio Management. Participants also learn how to measure and improve Lean Portfolio performance using LPM.

After completing the certification, individuals are recognized as Certified SAFe 6 Lean Portfolio Managers, demonstrating their ability to establish strategy and investment funding, apply Agile Portfolio operations and Lean governance, and develop plans for improving performance through Lean Portfolio Management. The program also offers an opportunity to use the Portfolio Canvas tool to capture the current and future state of the portfolio, identifying critical business initiatives required to achieve the desired future state. Overall, the LPM training program provides valuable insights and tools for managing lean portfolios effectively.

Key Features

• Attend a two-day in-person SAFe LPM course and receive a workbook.
• Acquire practical knowledge about applying LPM to your business.
• The certification examination fee is covered.
• Gain access to the SAFe Community Platform with a one-year membership.
• Obtain a course certificate upon completion.
• Earn 16 PDUs and SEUs after finishing the course.

Benefits

During this course you will learn how to:

• Prepare for the SAFe® 6 Lean Portfolio Manager Exam and earn the certification of a SAFe® Lean Portfolio Manager (LPM).
• Gain an understanding of Lean Portfolio Management (LPM) and its fundamental principles.
• Learn how to align the portfolio with enterprise strategy.
• Develop a Portfolio Vision and set objectives to achieve it.
• Implement Lean Budgeting and establish guardrails to ensure budgetary discipline.
• Establish a Portfolio Kanban to manage the flow and optimize portfolio performance.
• Implement an Agile Program Management Office (PMO) and Communities of Practice (CoPs) to support operational excellence.
• Coordinate Value Streams to enhance portfolio efficiency.
• Measure LPM performance to assess portfolio outcomes.
• Create a plan for LPM implementation to successfully adopt the principles of Lean Portfolio Management.

Topics Covered

The LPM course covers the following topics:

• Introduction to Lean Portfolio Management (LPM).
• Establishing Strategy and Investment Funding to achieve portfolio objectives.
• Application of Agile Portfolio Operations to enhance portfolio performance.
• Applying Lean Governance principles to ensure the optimal utilization of resources.

Exam Details

• Exam Name: SAFe® 6 Lean Portfolio Manager Exam
• Exam Format: Multiple Choice
• Delivery: Web-based (single-browser), closed book, no outside assistance, timed
• Access: Candidates can access the exam within the SAFe Community Platform upon completion of the Lean Portfolio Management course
• Exam Duration: 120 minutes (2 hours)
• Number of Questions: 60
• Passing Score: 45 out of 60 (75% passing score)
• Exam Language: English
• Exam Cost: The first attempt is included in the course registration fee if taken within 30 days of course completion. Each retake attempt costs 50 USD
• Retake Policy: The second attempt can be made immediately after the first attempt. The third attempt requires a 10-day wait. The fourth attempt requires a 30-day wait.

Who can attend this?

• Executives and leaders such as CIOs, CEOs, CFOs, CTOs, and VPs.
• Enterprise Architects
• Project, Program, or Portfolio Managers
• Solution Managers
• Business unit managers
• Program office personnel
• Enterprise Agile coaches
• SAFe Program Consultants
• Human resources
• Epic Owners
• Release Train Engineers
• Consultants
• Directors