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    The Struggle and Why YOU Should Take This Course

    Many people encounter difficulties when trying to learn the necessary skills required to break into the platform product management role. This is mostly because:

    • Some people lack a formal background in business management, marketing, or any other related field.
    • The courses and boot camps currently available in the platform industry are very technical and jargon-filled or lack the depth required for the role.
    • There aren’t many resources with insider tips on how to stand out as a candidate in platform PM interviews

    To become a platform product manager, you must understand what it takes to build successful platforms. Additionally, you should learn the traits and habits of successful platform product managers. This knowledge will empower you to go after jobs at top-tier companies and startups.

     

    Product HQ’s Platform Product Manager Course was created for aspiring platform product managers or people who want to learn platform PM skills. In this course, you will learn the fundamentals of successful platform product managers, how to create user-friendly platforms, how to answer platform product manager interview questions, and how to stand out in the recruiting process to land a platform PM job.

    We’ve already soft-launched this course to 30 beta students (selected from over 500 closed applications), who have given rave reviews and helped us improve our amazing course.

     

    “The material was specific and actionable, and I think it would be a good fit for either new PMs or PMs who were new to platforms. The best thing I like about the program is that It is concise and actionable.” – Katarina S., Product Manager

    “The format and information given were exceptional. The community is a huge bonus as well.  My favorite part of the program is peer reviews.” – Tiffany L., Software Analyst

    “It’s good learning material for a basic understanding of platform products and how to build towards it, from finding clarity to making roadmaps and launches.” – Syeda A., Product Enthusiast

    Your Instructor

    Introducing Tabassum Memon, product leader at Amazon, author of “Effective Platform Product Management,” and CPO of Classroom Hunt. Memon has been a coach and consultant on several Agile and product management topics and has over 15 years of knowledge and experience as a product manager.

    Platform Product Management Certification Course

    Get reimbursed for Platform Product Management Certification Course
    Platform Product Management Certification Course
    Fast-track your career by becoming a Certified Platform Product Manager
    $500
    1 Certificate Program
    Get Access
    • 1 Certificate Program
    • Exclusive content
    • Community & (live) events
    • 30-day money-back guarantee
    Best Investment
    Full Access
    Become a continuous learner and stay up-to-date with in-demand product management skills
    $749
    11 Certificate Programs
    GET FULL ACCESS
    • 11 Certificate Programs
    • Exclusive content
    • Community & (live) events
    • 30-day money-back guarantee
    • Personal coaching
    • Competency assessments

    Earn Your Certification

    Each certification is hosted on Product HQ's website ensuring its authenticity with hiring managers.

    Course Curriculum

    Foundation of Platform Products
    Foundation of platform business model (4:51)

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    Types of Platforms (2:57)

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    Digital Platform (4:51)

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    Difference between linear products and platforms (3:01)

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    Platform thinking and platform first approach (3:44)

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    Module 1 - Analysis
    Analyzing platform use case (6:06)

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    Concept validation for platform use case (6:55)

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    Validating the viability of platform use case (4:21)

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    Module 1 Assignment

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    Module 2 - Planning
    Creating platform vision (7:02)

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    Building platform strategy (3:24)

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    Creating execution plan based on platform strategy (4:48)

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    Module 2 Assignment

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    Module 3 - Implementation
    Defining platform capabilities (6:52)

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    Carving out the platform MVP (4:37)

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    Building the platform roadmap (2:37)

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    Module 3 Assignment

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    Module 4 - Launch and Success Metrics
    Creating launch plan (5:42)

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    Conducting pre and post launch activities (7:02)

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    Defining success criteria and metrics (4:15)

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    Gathering data and analyzing results after launch (6:44)

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    Module 4 Assignment

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    Module 5 - Continuous Improvement and Ongoing Management
    Managing platform backlog (7:08)

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    Metrics driven prioritization (5:48)

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    Creating efficient team structure for platforms (8:34)

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    Iterating and improving (8:45)

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    Module 5 Assignment

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    Your Platform Product Manager Certificate
    Your product portfolio (1:12)

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    How to Get Your Certificate?

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    Module 6 - Platform Product Manager Interview Questions
    Platform PM interviews intro (2:17)

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    Platform PM interview question 1 (2:33)

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    Platform PM interview question 2 (1:57)

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    Platform PM interview question 3 (0:56)

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    Platform PM interview question 4 (1:34)

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    Platform PM interview question 5 (2:23)

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    Platform PM interview question 6 (1:47)

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    Platform PM interview question 7 (1:19)

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    Platform PM interview question 8 (1:35)

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    Platform PM interview question 9 (1:24)

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    Platform PM interview question 10 (1:11)

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    Module 7 - Platform PM Resume
    Resume structure & format (8:19)

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    Module 8 - Industry Thought Leader Interview Section
    Platform Product Management with Claire Schlessinger (40:19)

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    Platform Product Management with Uday Anand (37:32)

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    Platform Product Management with Mark Tan (50:07)

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    This course has no prerequisites and you do not need a technical background

    • You should NOT take this course if:

      • You are already an experienced platform product manager
      • You aren’t willing to spend 30 minutes to 1 hour every day for  4 weeks to complete course content and work on your platform PM project
    • You SHOULD take this course if:

      • You are curious about platform product management and want to learn more about the role and responsibilities
      • You have no prior experience, and you want to transition into a Platform Product Management role
      • You are trying to determine if the Platform PM role is right for you
      • You are beginning your career in platform product management or are making a career change

    Platform Product Management Certification Course

    Get reimbursed for Platform Product Management Certification Course
    Platform Product Management Certification Course
    Fast-track your career by becoming a Certified Platform Product Manager
    $500
    1 Certificate Program
    Get Access
    • 1 Certificate Program
    • Exclusive content
    • Community & (live) events
    • 30-day money-back guarantee
    Best Investment
    Full Access
    Become a continuous learner and stay up-to-date with in-demand product management skills
    $749
    11 Certificate Programs
    GET FULL ACCESS
    • 11 Certificate Programs
    • Exclusive content
    • Community & (live) events
    • 30-day money-back guarantee
    • Personal coaching
    • Competency assessments

    Testimonials

    Katarina S.
    Senior Product Manager
    “ The material was specific and actionable, and I think it would be a good fit for either new PMs or PMs who were new to platforms. The best thing I like about the program is that it is concise and actionable.”
    Tiffany L.
    Business Analyst
    “The format and information given were exceptional. The community is a huge bonus as well. My favorite part of the program is peer reviews.”
    Allen W.
    Business Strategy
    "While I started the program with zero experience, I realized learning the fundamental concepts isn't as insurmountable as I initially expected as long as I put in the effort to learn! This program is the one-stop-shop for all technical product management resources."
    Alexa-Szal
    Alexa S.
    Product Manager
    "This program allows me to finally gain a more holistic understanding of the back-end mechanics that are involved when managing software development - resulting in more strategic conversations with technical stakeholders and empowering more informed decision making. The architecture overview was helpful in understanding how all of these processes interact with one another."

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    What the Course Looks Like

    Frequently Asked Questions

    + - What is Product HQ?

    Product HQ is an independent Product Management community and certification center. Our community consists of some of the best established and upcoming product managers from around the world.

    Product HQ organizes and administers Product Manager Certification programs. These online courses help candidates develop a high-level understanding of PM fundamentals and prepare them for a career as a product professional.

    Major publications such as Forbes, Product Hunt, Huffington Post, AlphaUX, and Mattermark have extensively covered our work. Product HQ also stands out as one of the top PM communities in the world, with global sponsors including Facebook, TechCrunch, Hired, SaaStr, Notion, Amplitude, and more.

    + - When does the course start and finish?

    This course is intentionally structured so it can be completed over the course of a month. It is a completely self-paced online course – you decide when you start and when you finish, but we highly encourage you to complete at least a few lessons every day.

    + - How long do I have access to the course?

    How does lifetime access sound? As mentioned before, we are 100% committed to adding even more bonus content (we love all things human resources and enjoy adding content), as well as bonus interviews with awesome HR leaders. After enrolling, you will have FREE LIFETIME ACCESS to all of it for as long as you like – across any and all devices you own.

    + - What if I am unhappy with the course?

    We would never want you to be unhappy. If you are unsatisfied with your purchase, contact us in the first 30 days and we will give you a full refund.

    + - What is the average salary of a platform product manager?

    According to salary websites such as Glassdoor and Payscale, a platform product manager earns between $63,000 and $200,000, with potential earning increases and additional cash compensation. Factors such as location, experience, and educational qualifications impact a hiring manager’s salary offer.

    + - What is Product HQ's Platform Product Management Certification?

    Product HQ’s Platform Product Management Certification Course is a  training course that provides a product management certificate at the conclusion of the course. The course consists of lectures, interviews, written content, and other instructional content that aims to build the solid platform product management skills found in a candidate. Certified platform product managers can take the knowledge they gain from the course and become more effective and successful platform professionals.

    + - Who is the Platform Product Management Certification Course ideal for?

    Product HQ’s Platform Product Management Certification is ideal for anyone looking to gain some fundamental knowledge of platform product management in a practical setting. The course will benefit everyone, from new professionals in the field to seasoned platform product veterans looking for some new knowledge and unique insights about modern platform product management.

    + - How do I show my certificate and proof of completion?

    Upon completing Product HQ’s Platform Product Management Certification Course, you will receive a digital badge and an e-certificate. You can download both e-documents and showcase them on your website, or share them with colleagues, managers, and, in case you’re in a recruiting position, new platform product candidates.

    + - How can employers and managers verify my certification status?

    There are two ways you can confirm your certification status. The first is with the e-certificate and digital badge that you will receive upon completion of the course, and the second being via the certification portal. Each online certificate comes with a verification link that redirects to Product HQ, where managers and/or potential employers can verify your certification status.

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