Become a Product Manager

The need for product managers spans all industries, and the demand for product management skills is on the rise due to the adoption of technology and the application of these tools and techniques to new roles and fields. Product managers have strong earnings potential, with average early-career salaries at $98,000 (Glassdoor). Job postings are also strong and growing: 2021-2023, there were 383,000 open roles in product management, with a 10% projected job growth over the next 10 years (Lightcast). Students are actively seeking product management skills, either to use in their current role or help them transition to a product management career.

Characteristics of an ideal candidate include someone who is curious, likes to solve problems, and gets excited thinking about how to improve experiences for others using technology, design, and business strategy. The person should be tech-savvy and inquisitive; driven and motivated to expand their skills and grow their career, have a desire to understand and apply data, and can balance the time commitment required for the program with other responsibilities. Our learners’ backgrounds are wide and varied, including professionals from Product Management, Project Management, Business Operations, HR, Finance, Marketing, Engineering, IT/DevOps, and more.

Our program is ideal for:

• Product managers who are newer to the field and looking for best practices
• Business, design, or engineering-focused professionals looking to:
  • Gain a 'big picture' understanding of product management
  • Apply product management skills to their current role
  • Transition to a product management role/career path
• Entrepreneurs, business owners, and professionals looking to unlock new approaches to driving innovation, growth, and impact

This program will prepare graduates for roles similar to:

• Associate Product Manager
• Product Specialist
• Product Operations Manager
• Program Manager
• Product Manager
• And more...

Have additional questions? Email us at support@ziplines.com and someone from our admissions team will get back to you.

Yes. We have a Career Hub with on-demand career modules, resources, and workshops dedicated to helping you meet your career goals.

Is job placement included?
We do not offer job placement as part of our career support. However, we do provide you with the tools to be successful in your job search.

What types of roles can you get after the course?
This program will prepare graduates for roles similar to:

• Associate Product Manager
• Product Specialist
• Product Operations Manager
• Program Manager
• Product Manager
• And more...

Will I have a completed portfolio at the end of the course?
The course and the Playbook projects will provide you with content to create a portfolio, but you are responsible for creating a portfolio on the platform of your choice.

You should expect to spend six to eight hours per week engaging with on-demand content created by industry experts, including hands-on activities and assignments in the online learning management system (LMS). Additionally, optional (but recommended) weekly live/online group sessions (two hours) are available for engaging in real-time with peers, mentors, and industry experts.

Yes, you will earn a university-issued certificate of completion that verifies knowledge and hands-on experience in Product Management, as well as the following industry certifications:

• Productboard Build Outcome-Driven Roadmaps Certification
• Getting Started with Amplitude Analytics Credential
• Atlassian Jira Software Essentials Certification (Optional)

This prestigious credential will enhance your resume, making you more attractive to potential employers. It can also be showcased on LinkedIn to highlight your proficiency in product management technologies, setting you apart in a competitive job market. Earning this certificate of completion demonstrates your commitment to continuous learning and professional growth, significantly boosting your career advancement opportunities.

In order to receive the certificate of completion, learners must complete 100% of online coursework, achieve 70% or better on each module assessment, submit all Product Management Playbooks, and pass the identified certifications and qualifications (Productboard Build Outcome-Driven Roadmaps Certification and Getting Started with Amplitude Analytics Credential).

There are multiple options to pay for this course. The first way is to pay upfront, online. This option also provides the largest savings.

We offer both installment and financing options. To find out if you qualify for either of these payment options, fill out the enrollment form to be directed to the payment page. From there, you can click on the "Get Qualified" link to see what options are available.

Did you know that 92% of employers offer tuition reimbursement? Our guide gives you suggestions and templates for how to ask your employer to cover the cost of the course.

View our reimbursement guide.

We are confident in the quality of our learning experience, having supported thousands of learners and received hundreds of 5-star reviews. Because we believe so strongly in the value and impact of our course, we offer a 7-day money-back guarantee from the start date. If the course isn't the right fit for you, you can withdraw within the first week of your course and receive a full refund, no questions asked.

You’ll access on-demand content and assignments through our learning platform and join the optional (but recommended) mentor-led live sessions once a week through our video conference platform. The live sessions are recorded. The online learning management system can be accessed on a computer from anywhere with an internet connection.

No, this is a noncredit course. As such, it is not eligible for financial aid. However, many employers offer reimbursement for continuing education so check with your human resources department to determine your eligibility.

We partner with Ziplines Education, a market-driven education company based in Silicon Valley, CA, to offer innovative and highly rated certificate courses that help adult learners and working professionals build work-ready digital skills and earn industry-recognized credentials.