Can I be a Product Owner with no experience?

Yes, you can become a Product Owner with no prior experience, although having experience can be very beneficial in performing well in this role, it is not strictly necessary. Usually a Product Owner role is performed by someone holding a Scrum Product Owner certification.

Last edited on: 05 May 2026
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