Training Product Backlog - Optimising Agile Prioritisation

$3,465

  • 3 days
  • Onsite
  • 10 people max.
Ref: DOB870
10 people max.
$3,465
In-company rate: from $6,290 for the whole team
On-site and certification exam on quote
3 days
Onsite

Don't let this gap widen

Why this program matters

  • Without a well-structured product backlog, 70% of agile projects fail before delivery, wasting an average of 30% of the allocated budget.

  • Teams lose up to 40% of their time in unnecessary meetings and rework, causing critical delays and a 25% drop in customer satisfaction.

  • In companies, a poorly prioritized backlog exposes organizations to major business risks, with 62% of Product Owners removed for lacking advanced skills.

  • Each quarter without optimization widens the competitive gap, threatening growth and profitability.

Naël GUERIN, Learni trainer · Cybersecurity & project management
Naël GUERIN

Learni trainer · Cybersecurity & project management

73%productivity gap
×3cost of inaction
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Payment by wire transferEnhanced confidentialityPerfect for companies with 50 to 500 employeesScheduling to fit any time zone

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Companies: Aptar, ArcelorMittal, Equans, EDF, Ubisoft, Microsoft and Atos.

Product Backlog training objectives

  • Master the construction of a professional and structured product backlog
  • Develop prioritisation skills for certifiable enterprise projects
  • Design clear and actionable user stories in an agile context
  • Optimise backlog refinement with collaborative tools
  • Implement grooming techniques for smooth execution
  • Deploy a product backlog aligned with business objectives

Program

Product Backlog curriculum: 3 modules over 3 days

Module 1 : Product Backlog Construction: user stories and epics (tools Jira, Trello, templates)

Dive into creating a solid product backlog by analyzing business needs, write precise user stories with acceptance criteria through collaborative workshops, use Jira and Trello to structure epics and items, perform exercises on a real business case, produce an initial ready-to-use backlog with MoSCoW prioritisation, and receive immediate feedback for immediate professional mastery.

Module 2 : Product Backlog Prioritisation: advanced techniques (WSJF, value/risk, Eisenhower matrix)

Master prioritisation methods by applying WSJF and value/risk to your backlog, simulate refinement sessions with tools like Miro for team collaboration, analyze real cases of project failures due to poor prioritisation, adjust items based on business objectives, generate deliverables such as an actionable Eisenhower matrix, and integrate performance metrics for optimised agile execution in enterprise settings.

Module 3 : Grooming and Maintenance of Product Backlog: rituals and DevOps tools (Azure DevOps, backlog health)

Perfect backlog grooming through adapted Scrum rituals, configure Azure DevOps for automated tracking and alerts, test maintenance scenarios on complex backlogs, develop item decomposition strategies for scalability, evaluate backlog health with professional KPIs, produce a recurring maintenance plan and final report certifying your new skills for high-performing enterprise projects.

How Product Backlog skills are assessed

  • Multiple-choice quiz to validate learning outcomes at the end of the training
  • Continuous evaluation through practical exercises on real backlogs
  • Defense of the red thread product backlog in front of the trainer

How the Product Backlog course is taught

  • Courses led by an active expert Product Owner trainer
  • Practical exercises on real agile enterprise cases
  • Red thread project for backlog construction and optimisation
  • Complete course materials and templates provided to each participant

Product Backlog training: access and practical arrangements

The Training Product Backlog - Optimising Agile Prioritisation program is delivered onsite or remote (blended-learning, virtual classroom, remote presence). At Learni, an industry-certified training organization, every program is built to maximize skills acquisition regardless of the chosen format.

The trainer alternates between demonstrative, interrogative and active methods (through hands-on labs and/or scenarios). This pedagogical approach guarantees concrete learning that's immediately applicable at work.

Equipment required

For the smooth delivery of the Training Product Backlog - Optimising Agile Prioritisation program, the following equipment is required:

  • Mac or PC computers, high-speed fiber internet, whiteboard or flipchart, projector or interactive touch screen (for remote sessions)
  • Training environments installed on workstations or accessible online
  • Course materials, hands-on exercises and complementary resources
  • Post-training access to materials and educational resources

For intra-company training on a site outside Learni, the client commits to providing all required teaching materials (computers, internet, etc.) for the smooth delivery of the program in line with the prerequisites in the communicated program.

* contact us for remote delivery feasibility** ratio varies depending on the program

Skills assessment methods

Assessment of skills acquired during the Training Product Backlog - Optimising Agile Prioritisation program is performed through:

  • During training: case studies, hands-on labs and professional scenarios
  • End of training: self-assessment questionnaire and skills evaluation by the trainer
  • After training: completion certificate detailing acquired skills

Program accessibility

Learni is committed to making its programs accessible. All our programs are accessible to people with disabilities. Our teams are available to adapt the pedagogical methods to your specific needs. Please contact us for any adjustment request.

Enrollment terms and lead times

Registration is possible up to 48 business hours before the start of training. All our programs are built for corporate L&D budgets and delivered onsite or remotely.

The Learni story

Founded by engineers and learning experts, Learni's mission is to make high-impact tech training accessible to teams everywhere. We work remotely with organizations across the US and Canada, in your time zone, to help teams upskill fast.

Our method

How Learni guarantees the quality of your Product Backlog training

Before, during, after: we frame the brief, introduce the trainer, tailor the content and measure impact. You stay in control from kickoff to wrap-up.

Step 1

Rigorous trainer selection

Each trainer is validated on three criteria: hands-on field expertise, proven pedagogy and alignment with your industry.

  • Triple validation: technical, pedagogical, sectoral.
  • Minimum rating 4.8/5 over the last 12 sessions.
Step 2

You meet the trainer beforehand

30-minute video call between you and the selected trainer to validate the fit, adjust content and clear any final doubts.

  • Live briefing on goals and team context.
  • Veto right — we swap the trainer for free if needed.
Step 3

Content tailored to your context

No recycled slides. The syllabus is reworked from your real cases: tools, constraints, vocabulary, ongoing projects.

  • Hands-on cases drawn from your stack and projects.
  • Program co-written then validated by your team.
Step 4

Continuous quality follow-up

Live evaluations, 30/90/180-day check-ins and a consolidation plan. If the impact misses the mark, we rework it.

  • NPS, knowledge quizzes and skills self-assessment.
  • Satisfaction guarantee: fully satisfied or free rework.

A simple promise: you don't pay to discover the trainer on day one. Everything is validated upfront, by you.

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Our social commitment

A school kit donated to a child for every training booked

To fight inequalities in access to education, Learni donates a complete school kit to a child in need for every training booked. You build your skills, a child heads back to school.

  • Backpack, notebooks and essential supplies
  • Distributed through our partner charities
  • Included, at no extra cost to you
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FAQ

Product Backlog: frequently asked questions

Which tools are used in Product Backlog training?+
Hands-on work runs on tools Jira, trello, templates, WSJF, value and risk. Those tools come from the Product Backlog program itself, delivered on site over 3 days, so participants practise on the stack they will use at work.
What can participants do after Product Backlog training?+
They can master the construction of a professional and structured product backlog, develop prioritisation skills for certifiable enterprise projects and design clear and actionable user stories in an agile context. Those are the stated objectives of the Product Backlog program at Intermediate level, checked by the end-of-session assessment.
What does the Product Backlog program cover, day by day?+
Day 1: Product Backlog Construction: user stories and epics (tools Jira, Trello, templates). Day 2: Product Backlog Prioritisation: advanced techniques (WSJF, value/risk, Eisenhower matrix). Day 3: Grooming and Maintenance of Product Backlog: rituals and DevOps tools (Azure DevOps, backlog health). The Product Backlog program runs over 3 days, delivered on site.
How is Product Backlog training assessed?+
Assessment relies on multiple-choice quiz to validate learning outcomes at the end of the training, continuous evaluation through practical exercises on real backlogs and defense of the red thread product backlog in front of the trainer. Learni issues a completion certificate together with the individual assessment report at the end of the Product Backlog program, which an L&D team can file as evidence.
How much does Product Backlog training cost per participant?+
Product Backlog training costs $3,465 per participant. For an in-company team, the flat rate starts at $6,290 for the whole group, up to 8 people. The detailed quote, sent within one business day, adjusts the amount to the format and how far the syllabus is tailored to your team.
How long does Product Backlog training take?+
3 days, available live online (US time zones) or on-site at your offices. Half-day tracks spread over several weeks are possible so the team stays operational.
Who pays for Product Backlog training?+
Most US teams pay directly through their company L&D or training budget. Learni invoices in US dollars and accepts bank transfer (ACH/wire) or card, with volume pricing for teams. A purchase order is welcome.
What do participants need to know before Product Backlog training?+
Knowledge of Agile/Scrum methods and experience in project management.
Is a certificate issued after Product Backlog training?+
Yes. A Learni completion certificate is issued, along with the individual evaluation report. Learni is a certified training provider and prepares for third-party certifications, but does not award them itself.
Does Learni provide the equipment for Product Backlog training?+
No. A computer and a stable internet connection are required for each participant. Learni provides the learning platform, the trainer and all course materials.
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