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Elevate your life, become a product manager

Elevate your life and transform your career by becoming a product manager. Harness the power to innovate, strategize, and truly make an impact. As a product manager, you directly influence the development and success of products that solve real problems for users, enhance customer satisfaction, and drive your company forward. Shape the future, lead teams, and grow into a pivotal role in any organisation.

Aspiring Product Managers
Are You an Aspiring Product Manager? Do you dream of creating products that can change lives and industries? Are you passionate about solving real-world problems with innovative solutions? If you nod your head to these questions, then you might be on the path to becoming a successful Product Manager.
The Career Switcher
Are you contemplating a career transition but feeling overwhelmed by the challenges of entering a new field? Switching to product management could be the empowering change you need. Whether you're coming from marketing, engineering, customer support, or another background. Are you ready to take the leap? Equip yourself with the tools and knowledge to make a successful transition into product management and elevate your career to new heights.
The Founder/Entrepreneur
Are you a startup founder? As a founder and entrepreneur, you wear many hats and face countless challenges every day. Balancing product development with business strategies can be a daunting task. A focused product management course can equip you with the specific tools and insights you need to drive your startup to new heights.
WHY

What do you get as a student?

This course is perfectly suited for aspiring managers because it provides a comprehensive roadmap to understanding the essentials of product management. Here's why it's a game-changer:

Hands-On Experience
Gain practical skills through real-world projects and case studies.
Expert Guidance
Learn from industry veterans who share tried-and-true strategies and insights.
Career Focused
Tailored modules that prep you for the specific challenges and opportunities aspiring product managers face.
Community & Networking
Join a network of like-minded professionals and mentors that can support and propel your career.
Leadership Development
Learn how to lead cross-functional teams, manage stakeholders, and drive product vision effectively.
Up-to-Date Content
Stay ahead of industry trends with constantly updated content that reflects the latest in product management and technology.
CURRICULUM

Empowering leaders in product management

Are you ready to level up your leadership game and make a significant impact in your organisation? Whether you're a seasoned product manager looking to ascend to executive leadership or a budding leader aiming to lead product teams, our course is designed to empower you with the strategies, skills, and insights needed to excel.

Module 1: Introduction to Product Management

Duration:

Week 1

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Overview: This module aims to provide a comprehensive understanding of the roles and responsibilities of a project manager. By the end of thr course you will bw able to:

1.Describe the key responsibilities and skills required for effective product management

2.Contrast the characteristics of a good product manager versus a bad one

3.Identify and develop the necessary hard and soft skills for product management roles

4.Explain the product managers role in each phase of the product development lifecycle

5.Understand the importance of hypothesis-driven development and problem statements

6.Recognize how product and project risks can impact the development process

7.Explain the concept of product/market fit and its significance

8.Introduction to documentation/resources and tools that PMs use

Outcome :

Upon finishing the training, participants will have a deeper understanding of product management principles and practices. This includes key responsibilities like communicating with stakeholders and researching the market. They will learn to distinguish between effective and Ineffective product managers, developing both technical and interpersonal skills needed for success. Understanding their role in each stage of product development, they’ll prioritize testing hypotheses and reducing risks. Equipped with the concept of product-market fit, they will be prepared to excel in product management and drive innovative solutions to success.

Module 2: How to conduct user research and market research

Duration:

Week 2

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Overview: This module aims to provide an understanding of taking products from initial concept through user research, customer discovery, co-creation, and rapid prototyping.

1.Introduction to User and Market Research

2.Research Methodologies

3.Defining Research Objectives and Questions

4.User Personas and Segmentation

5.Designing and Conducting Surveys

6.User Interviews and Focus Groups

7.Usability Testing

8.Competitive Analysis and Benchmarking

9.Data Analysis and Synthesis

10.Presenting Research Findings

Outcome :

A course for product managers on conducting user and market research covers the importance of research, qualitative and quantitative methodologies, and setting clear objectives. It includes creating user personas, designing surveys, conducting interviews and usability tests, and competitive analysis. Emphasis is on data analysis, synthesising findings, and presenting research effectively. Ethical considerations and mitigating bias are also highlighted, ensuring product managers can gather, analyse, and apply insights to drive informed product decisions.

Module 3: Goal Setting/Product Analytics

Duration:

Week 3

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Overview: This course will equip learners with the knowledge and skills necessary to set meaningful product goals, leverage data and analytics effectively, and make informed decisions that drive product success.

1.Defining Product Goals and Key Metrics

2.Frameworks for Goal Setting

3.Goal Alignment and Strategy

4.Monitoring and Adjusting Goals

5.Introduction to Product Analytics

6.Tools and Technologies

7.Defining Metrics and KPIs for Products

8.A/B Testing and Experimentation

9.Analysing user behaviour

10.Data Visualization and Reporting

11.Goal Setting and Continuous Improvement

Outcome :

Upon finishing the module, you should be able to define clear, measurable product goals aligned with business objectives and KPIs, and implement data tracking for high-quality usage data. Analyse metrics like user engagement, conversion funnels, cohort behaviour, and customer feedback. Conduct A/B tests to optimise features and flows, create effective visualisations and reports, and set business goals for product journeys. Foster a data-driven culture with continuous improvements based on insights, conduct competitive analysis, and use frameworks like SMART goals and OKRs. Make informed decisions throughout the product lifecycle using analytics.

Module 4: Product Strategy and Roadmapping

Duration:

Week 4

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Overview: By taking a module on Product Strategy and Roadmapping participants will be provided with a comprehensive understanding of how to develop, implement, and refine a strategic roadmap that aligns with business goals and market needs.

1.Introduction to Product Strategy

2.Market Analysis and Opportunity Identification

3.Customer Insights and Personas

4.Competitive Analysis

5.Defining Product Vision and Goals

6.Creating a Product Roadmap

7.Prioritisation Frameworks

8.Agile and Lean Product Development

9.Stakeholder Management and Communication

10.Measuring Success and Iteration

Outcome :

A course on Product Strategy and Roadmapping should cover defining product strategy, market analysis, customer insights, competitive analysis, and creating a product vision. It includes crafting effective roadmaps, prioritisation frameworks, and Agile/Lean methodologies. Emphasis is placed on stakeholder management, communicating roadmaps, and measuring success through KPIs. Iteration and real-world case studies enhance learning, helping participants develop and refine strategic roadmaps aligned with business goals and market needs, ensuring balanced short-term and long-term objectives.

Module 5: Platform Product Foundation

Duration:

Week 5

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By leveraging these tools, practitioners can effectively demonstrate and implement best practices in platform product foundations, ensuring robust API management, developer engagement, compliance with legal standards, and continuous improvement through analytics and testing. Each tool serves a specific purpose in the life cycle of developing and maintaining platform products and APIs, contributing to a seamless developer experience and successful ecosystem growth.

1.Introduction to Platform Products

2.Developer Experience (DevX) Design

3.API Lifecycle Management

4.Developer Onboarding and Support

5.API Security and Governance

6.API Testing and Monitoring

7.Developer Relations and Ecosystem Building

8.Platform Scalability and Performance

9.Legal and Ethical Considerations

10.Case Studies and Industry Trends

Outcome :

By completing this module, participants will gain a comprehensive understanding of platform products, including SaaS, PaaS, and APIs, and their roles in ecosystems. They will learn to design user-friendly developer experiences, develop effective API strategies, ensure security and governance, and implement robust testing and monitoring. Participants will also master developer onboarding and support, build and engage developer communities, plan for scalability and performance, and navigate legal and ethical considerations. Through case studies and industry trends, they will explore successful platform products and emerging innovations in developer tools and API ecosystems.

Module 6: AI and ML for Product Management Foundation

Duration:

Week 6

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Overview: By covering these topics, a course on AI and ML for Product Management provides a solid foundation for understanding the principles, applications, challenges, and ethical considerations of integrating AI & ML technologies into product development and management processes. This knowledge equips product managers with the skills needed to harness the potential of AI & ML to drive innovation and competitive advantage in their organisation.

1.Introduction to AI and ML

2.AI & ML Algorithms and Techniques

3.Data Collection and Preparation

4.Feature Engineering

5.Model Evaluation and Metrics

6.Integrating AI & ML into Products

7.Ethical and Legal Considerations

8.AI & ML Applications in Different Industries

9.Managing AI & ML Projects

10.Future Trends and Innovations

Outcome :

Participants in the AI and ML for Product Management Foundation module will gain comprehensive knowledge of AI and ML principles, algorithms, and their applications in product management. They will develop skills in data collection, preparation, feature engineering, and model evaluation, enabling them to integrate AI and ML into product development effectively. The workshop covers ethical considerations, real-world industry applications, and project management strategies, ensuring participants can manage AI and ML projects successfully. Additionally, participants will stay updated on emerging technologies and future trends, equipping them to drive innovation and maintain a competitive edge in their organisations.

Module 7: UI/UX for Product Managers

Duration:

Week 7

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Overview: This module aims to provide a comprehensive understanding of the roles and responsibilities of a project manager. By the end of thr course you will bw able to:

1.Describe the key responsibilities and skills required for effective product management

2.Contrast the characteristics of a good product manager versus a bad one

3.Identify and develop the necessary hard and soft skills for product management roles

4.Explain the product managers role in each phase of the product development lifecycle

5.Understand the importance of hypothesis-driven development and problem statements

6.Recognize how product and project risks can impact the development process

7.Explain the concept of product/market fit and its significance

8.Introduction to documentation/resources and tools that PMs use

Outcome :

Upon finishing the training, participants will have a deeper understanding of product management principles and practices. This includes key responsibilities like communicating with stakeholders and researching the market. They will learn to distinguish between effective and Ineffective product managers, developing both technical and interpersonal skills needed for success. Understanding their role in each stage of product development, they’ll prioritize testing hypotheses and reducing risks. Equipped with the concept of product-market fit, they will be prepared to excel in product management and drive innovative solutions to success.

ALUMNI

Meet our Alumni

"Joining PMA was the tipping point in my career as a PM. I learned a lot from the conversations and AMA organised by the PMA community and took advantage of PMA’s GrIP product management internship to be more grounded in Product Management, which led to where I am today in my career."

Charles Oloyede

Product Manager

"The PM Africa Growth Incubator Program was an enlightening and important experience in my product management journey. Learning about the product development process and getting to appreciate the importance of each step was vital information I was yet to truly understand before the Incubator."

Anita Vitisia

Product Manager

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Product Manager, Doordash

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Anita Vitisia

Product Manager, Spotify

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