Hi Sharks, This is probably the third time I am posting this. I hope someone will reply this time.
I am currently business analyst with total exp of 11 years. 9 years into sales last 2 years into Business Analyst. I want to move to product management. How can I start preparing for the same. What all books or certification required. I have exp in Jira, BRD, little bit of SQL. My domain is banking and finance. Please help. I want to get into companies like Adobe Atlassian Google Amazon .

like
Posting as :
works at
You are currently posting as works at

Speak to your product team or your manager and try to get some small projects like building a small feature or becoming an active participant contributor in a feature. Also try to get in front of the customer for understanding their requirements or particular pain points which they want to discuss. This way you will get some PM experience of understanding customer sentiments, requirements and also contributing to the product to build some features. Later based on this experience you should try for PM jobs.

likehelpful

No. Programming is not a must. If u already have a developer background (even basics) then you could invest sometime and sharpen your SQL skills. Some PM jobs require it. Incase you are interested in SQL or data analysis, look for courses in 'Growth PM' on Coursera/Udacity. Later look for Growth PM opportunities as it demands data analysis using tools like SQL queries, Adobe/Google Analytics, excel etc.

helpful

Nopes, SQL. Etc would not help with PM
Just know on a very high level how tech is being used. Prepare with PM resources and see if any company gives you a chance

Nowadays there are lot of options. Start with agile fundamentals and try a 2 day certification for CSPO from Scrum Alliance. There are lot of colleges and universities now offering certification courses for this role. Speak to your manager and try to see if you can have any roles internally or as a stretch assignment.

Yes, go for Agile training courses. Companies these days are looking for PM's with Agile framework knowledge.

Related Posts

I’m struggling with the automation tasks I’m given (primarily Excel) but don’t exactly know what programming skills I’m missing to go learn them.

like

Thoughts on portfolio school? Is it worth it, or is there a better route?

like

Does anyone regret joining a boutique consulting firm? I signed with a startup out of college (spring 2020) whose founding partners were all partners/Sr leaders at a few T2s. Our firm is super small (dozen FTEs) but does really good work (we charge premium rates and work super cool projects). I’m just having second thoughts as exit opportunities aren’t as prevalent as I thought, the pay/benefits don’t match industry/risk of joint a startup, and I’m not getting the network of a Big4 or MBB

like

For Virtusa internal candidates :

If anyone has basics testing knowledge and good comm skills and willing to move to testing domain, feel free to comment

I'm 6 months old at D! Planning early promotion next year.. counselor and pm both are backing me.. I need to go to India for at least 4 weeks in Dec ... most probably would be rolling off from current project by then .. would this vacation hurt my promotion chances coz of utilization etc?

Best paying firms in Toronto?

Obviously MBB pays the most but other ones that pay well? Looking to make ~200K (TC) at the M level

like

I'm a new employee, and my manager told me that I'm no good at my job. How am I supposed to learn if I'm not allowed to ask questions?

like

Looking to change practice area to employment law - tips?

like

How should I pivot to Wealth Management as a Credit Analyst for a commercial bank? I’ve worked as a credit analyst for about a year after graduating in finance last year. I also interned at a wealth management firm while in college. Any advice is appreciated!

like

Graduating senior. Have choices between MBB and SWE at FAANG. Not sure what to do. Long term I’d love to be in a small startup or a leader in a tech company. Not sure which path is better for that. Any thoughts?

like

Any UX designer working at HobSpot?
1- how long you have been there?
2- what you like and dislike being there?
3- how is the upward mobility?
4- how is the compensation and annually salary increase?
5- Any interview tips/suggestions?

like

Can anyone talk about the fixed income research role (Hours, daily tasks/projects, exits opps/career progression)? Is a Masters needed or can you start as analyst as opposed to associate? Any insight is greatly appreciated!

like

I'm a manager specialized in Strategy & Customer Centricity projects. Joined Parthenon a few years ago but mostly do Cost Evaluations and CDDs. since Customer isn't really their core. So, I just recently received an offer to work for NTT Data to energize their Strategy & Customer practice (and near +50% salary). What would be the pros and cons of switching?

like

I'm a third year plaintiff's employment law attorney and I'm looking to move to defense, preferably still in employment law. I received an offer from a midsize firm that primarily focuses on PI with little-to-no employment law practice, so I'll have a bit of a learning curve. Offer is $90k, billable hours of 2100. Is this reasonable? I'm dead-set on leaving my current job, and this would be a $20k pay increase - which makes me believe I'm leaning towards taking it for those reasons only.

likesmart

Hi Fishes,

I am looking for new opportunities in management Consulting roles.

Current Role- Consultant (Oracle offering)
Deloitte USI

PGDM from IMI New Delhi 2021
Btech 2016 pass out.

Overall 4.5years industry experience.

Please suggest

like

Has anyone found roles in Big 4 or industry that allowed more work life balance when their kids were young without damaging future career trajectory? I'm a partner with young kids and feel like I'm missing out on too much of their lives. Wishful, but my dream job would have a lighter workload in terms of time and pressure for the next ~5 years, but not set me back too much (or at all) when the kids are older and tired of me in a few years and I'm ready to be back at work full force.

like

1st Post: How do MBB Risk & Regulation Teams compare to Big 4? It’s the only area where I’ve seen a Big4 Manager move to an MBB without a demotion (at least in Europe). Any insights are appreciated!:)

like

Boutique or big 4?

I'm currently an ops manager at a big 4 in London and received an offer from a small boutique firm with 25-30% pay rise.

I'm also in the process with Accenture but I feel like I'm not sure if I'd jump just for the money but also change in environment.
What type of things would you be asking yourself if you were in my shoes and debating to jump ship?

like

Have any of you pursued a graduate certificate in cyber security? If so, did you find any value in it? I currently have Bachelors and Sec+. I’m looking to obtain my AWS CCP in the few coming weeks and was looking for what to get next. I entertain the idea of continuing to pursue my education but I don’t want to incur too much debt with a masters.

like

Hi everyone. I just graduated from university with bachelor's of Information technology. I was looking for work or internships but I don't know where to start. Everyone asking for experience. Can anyone help me how to start my career? Any advice how can I get started in my field??

like

More Posts

Hi all,
I was made aware that I could work for consulting companies under a personal LLC and increase the pay received. My understanding is this is because I would have to pay my own insurance, benefits etc. Can anyone provide any additional details or literature on this?

like
like

Need 11 likes for DM pls support

likesmart

Hi can anyone tell me what's special allowance/Flexi benefit's bucket.?

Also what will be my IN HAND

Need to know only fixed part

TIA.!

Post Photo
like

Hello
Any idea when we will receive joining kit after joining in globant and what items do we receive?

Openings in Airbus for scrum master, fullstack developers, QA, PMO,SAP Abap… kindly DM if anyone needs referral in Airbus

like

I have a request for interim relief pending before the court filed last Tuesday. It usually takes 1-3 Business days for a disposition. It’s now going on the 5th business day. I want to reach out to the court to follow up but don’t know how to phrase it. We need it decided like today. Any suggestions? It’s also an appellate court so I’d just be contacting the clerks office now the judge/chambers itself.

like

I know some of my colleagues are recording their standard fees as time so that it counts towards their billable hours. It infuriates me but am I just being naive by not doing the same?

like

Deloitte Consulting fishes - what's the expected base and bonus for an SM1? I've seen glassdoor, but don't think can rely on it!

like

Hi i got offers from TCS - 21LPA (associate consultant) and CTS - 22LPA (Manager). which company would be suitable for career growth and work life balance?

Any one else tired of how major free agents in football effect fantasy football so immensely. I’m sick of poorly drafted teams winning after major free agent pickups.

funny

Just joined Deloitte India. Worst on boarding ever. The people were like robots, reading scripted matter. Seriously it was a pathetic experience. Esp Mumbai Talent team people unable to take queries even gave false information about leave policy. Deloitte Deloitte India Deloitte USI

like

What do people recommend for start-up relevant marketing resources/books/personalities/podcasts?
I have a lot of enterprise marketing experience, but making a jump to a startup and want to get up to speed as quickly as possible.

like

I’ve just started new within the pharma and health space. And most of my specialisms are within consumer SEO. I want to ask advice around websites and communications in terms of what is required.

like

When is a 3 page resume acceptable?

likefunny

I’m moving to Sydney from the US and looking for a decent area to live. Any recommendations for a single male, 25?

like

What’s everyone doing today?

like

Expecting an offer at either the Director or Sr Director level. Can someone talk about baseline variable bonus %? What your comp is? Were you able to negotiate a signing bonus?

like

I applied for a job at Visa and was contacted the same day. A few days later I had a 30-minute screening interview with the hiring manager. I knew I was very early in the process since the job had only been posted for a few days. It's been 3 weeks and I haven't heard back, even after reaching out to the recruiter. Have I been ghosted or is there still hope? Does anyone at Visa have insights? Looks like there are a ton of jobs posted so maybe they are just backed up?

like

Bless you PMs.

Post Photo
likefunny

Additional Posts in Product Managers in Bangalore

Hi fishes, I have been leading the Product at a video games startup for past 2 years, having pushed 2 products. Its a small company <15 peeps. I am looking for a change in a bigger firm <200 peeps. Open for different industries as well.

Kindly share what industries you are in and the most interesting thing about the Product.

Well when my most recent product comes out, people will be able to experience Spiti, from there home just like that via a VR.

like

I am currently working as an implementation manager/client onboarding role. I want to switch to program management or product management. What would be the right way to go about it?

like

Hi Fishes, wondering if someone can help with referral. I have 7+ years of Data Analytics, Product Analytics and Business Intelligence experience. I am currently serving notice period. Thanks!

like

As a BA, should i prefer joining KPMG India Digital consultant (relocation) or a product owner role in prod. startup in my location which is 50 members size, capital market domain. Both offer the same. 5 yoe.

like
like

Optum or greenway health as PO with same salary. Please suggest. Thanks in advance

like

Hi Fishes, I am looking for a Product Manager role in a B2B firms in Bangalore. PSPO certified and 7.8 years of experience. Please help with any referrals.

like

Dear fishes,

Requesting referrals for the role of Product Owner.

YOE - 15yrs

Any leads would be highly appreciated.

Thanks

like

What's a product manager's expected salary with
Total YOE - 3.5 years (PM experience 2yrs)

like

How to become program manager

like

What's the avg CTC for a Product Manager with 1 YOE currently?

like

Hi All,
I am currently working asa product support associate(4yrs exp) and have recently completed 1-year executive MBA. I am looking for career transition to Product Manager/owner roles, can anyone please guide me how to prepare for the interviews, shall I go for scrum master certification etc? Thanks

like

Hey, please help me out.
I have 3.5 YOE and I'm into development. I want to move into management. Upon advice from some people I decided to pursue Executive MBA.

How is MBA in Consultancy Management from BITS Pilani?

Post Photo
like

Hi Fishes,
I recently got shortlisted for a Product Manager position at Tracxn. There’s also an IPO coming up which is the reason I had applied.
But I have read some horrifying reviews about the company on Glassdoor, indeed and other forums.

I’m wondering whether it’s worth going through the interview process and I’d also like to hear opinions from anyone who has worked with the company or is aware of the company culture.

Thanks.

If anyone wants to discuss about tax saving

Let's have chat

Iwe can save good amt of tax for you
& Ha it is free

like

Hi fishes,
I have an experience of 4.5+ years in financial sales I worked as Relationship manager and currently working with Fintech as Investor Relation Manager, I’m looking for opportunities in sales or business development.
Location : Mumbai or remote
Please help me with some reference in case if there’s any openings 🙏

Guys I am planning to shift from Public Sector Bank to anywhere else. Presently undertaking Product Management Certification for moving into PM Role. Having 6.5 years experience in Digital Products working in areas of UPI, Apps and Debit Cards.I am in Manager grade. How much salary should I ask for as the present CTC is 12+?

like

Hi Guys,
Need likes to enable DM.
Thanks in advance.

like

Rakuten symphony any one working here as Product Manager for more than a year share your experience please About culture wlb l&d etc Tata Communications Zeta suite Ericsson Airtel BT eServe India Private Limited

like

I’ll be sitting for Expedia Group Campus placement for PM-1 / APM. Looking for some insights/ preparation suggestions for the same.

like

New to Fishbowl?

Download the Fishbowl app to
unlock all discussions on Fishbowl.
That was just a preview…
Sign Up to see all discussions
  • Discover what it’s like to work at companies from real professionals
  • Get candid advice from people in your field in a safe space
  • Chat and network with other professionals in your field
Sign up in seconds to unlock all discussions on Fishbowl.

Already a user?
Login here

Share

Embed this post

Copy and paste embed code on your site

Preview

Download the
Fishbowl app

See what’s happening in your industry
from the palm of your hand.

A phone with Fishbowl app

Scan your QR code to download
Fishbowl app on your mobile

Download app

Sign up for free to view this conversation on Fishbowl

By continuing you agree to Terms of Use and Privacy Policy

Already have an account? Log in

Sign up for free to continue using Fishbowl

By continuing you agree to Terms of Use(New) and Privacy Policy(New)
Messaging rates may apply

Already have an account? Log in

For account settings, visit Fishbowl on Desktop Browser or

General

Legal