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an associate consultant

1d

I have a BTech degree in Computer Science, 3 years of work experience. Interest towards Finance and Banking. Can someone please tell me HOW can I transition my career in Product Management role. I got confused with the info available on YouTube and other platforms.

How to become a Product Manager

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an associate product manager

17h

What should I do?

I've been working as an Associate Product and Business Development Manager for 2 months now. Before that I was an intern in the same organisation However, I've come to realize that my role isn't entirely aligned with traditional product management responsibilities. Most of my tasks involve research and testing, with minimal involvement in product development or strategy. Despite the product launch approaching soon, I haven't had the opportunity to create a single Product Requirements Document (PRD). I'm torn between pursuing a certification to enhance my skills and waiting for a more substantial role. Has anyone faced a similar situation? What advice would you give? Should I: Invest in a certification to demonstrate my commitment to product management and enhance my skills? Wait for a more substantial role or a clearer product management path within my current company?

a product owner

4d

Company Comparison

TransUnion or JP Morgan? What aspects are better in both?

a software engineer

1w

DS or PM

Hello all, I am a BI developer with 4 yoe with 12LPA as current package. I like to interact with people and manage too, should I learn Data science and shift to DS or should take some PM course and get into PM roles. I want competitive salary. Please suggest! Also this is my 1st company and thinking of switching now..switching to DS what salary i can expect and seitching to PM what salary I can expect?

unsurpassedlion

6d

works at

MAPRA LABORATORIES

Gift for Boss

What should I gift to my reporting boss who is currently on notice period? His last day is next week.

an associate product manager

1w

Currently, my CTC is 7LPA fixed with 1.5 years of experience as an Associate Product Manager. Recently HR of a company reached out to me (for a role that I applied) regarding my salary expectations. I'm confused now and not sure how much should I ask for. I have also checked the salaries on ambitionbox for similar roles in that company, and it is in the range of 12-21 LPA for 0-3 years of experience. Pls help! Thanks in advance.

Quick help/ suggestions regarding salary expectations.

10-12 LPA

12-15 LPA

Not sure

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peacefulstephen

2w

works at

HomeLane

I am working as a business analyst, and my company treats me like a failed analyst, and I have the ability to do all tear down of a product

Should I become an associate product manager because I couldn't say anything to this management, they are keeping on shouting in meetings abusing before everyone and I knew that they don't have anything in their brain regarding the analysis which I have done.

almamatternone

3w

works at

Nondisclosed

How to move faster up the ladder and can I ask/get a 100% hike in my next job? I am actively applying.

Hello, I moved from mech engg design department to sales and marketing, completed an MBA on the way, from a reputed college and finally transitioned into Prod mgmt. All within about 13 years of experience now. All throughout I suffered by not being compensated as per industry because of various reasons. Its been 1 year in prod mgmt and I am pretty good at my work compared to other seasoned prod managers in our org, globally. How can i upskill? Are there any specialisations (courses) for digital products/software prod mgmt? Please advise. Can I also ask for a 100% raise in my next role, given my limited current experience in prod mgmt? I am grossly underpaid as per any industry standard. I make up for pure prod mgmt experience with a solid yet versatile engineering (mech and industrial automation) and a global sales and marketing (again, industrial automation) experience and plenty of superior soft skills. How do I improve/rectify my compensation situation?

divitr

3w

works at

Mahindra & Mahindra

Upskilling for product manager role

Hi, I want to upskill myself in product management and switch into a product manager role. There are lot of product management certifications available like cpm.. emeritus product certificates from isb, iim k etc. are they worth the money. Is self prep enough for cracking the job?

an associate product manager

3w

Need Help!

I’m reaching out to ask if you’d be willing to refer me for a product management position at your company or within your network. I have 1.5 years of experience as an Associate Product Manager, where I’ve gained relevant skills in product development. Currently, I’m facing some challenges at my current company, which has led me to explore new opportunities for growth. I would greatly appreciate any support or recommendations you can offer. Also, let me know if there are any better ways to search for related job roles. Thank you for your time and consideration!

khushal

1mo

student at

MITWPU

Hey everyone, I could really use some advice! I've received internship offers from both Zepto and Niyo for product management intern, and I’m finding it tough to choose between them since both have their own advantages and challenges. Here’s a quick comparison: Zepto: Offers a competitive stipend for the internship and a high ctc IF converted to full-time. There's a 40-50%(assumption) chance of conversion to full-time, though the job security isn’t the best. The work culture is intense, with a strong emphasis on output and independence – they expect you to handle tasks with minimal guidance. Niyo: Provides a slightly lower internship stipend and CTC for full-time roles. While I don’t have exact stats on conversion but (80-90%), Niyo has a reputation for a supportive environment with more focus on teaching and mentoring. The work culture is more relaxed, with managers who guide and prioritize learning and development. PS. I am a 4th year B.tech student

Niyo or Zepto which one to choose

Zepto

Niyo

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a product designer

1mo

Transitioning from Design to Product Management—Seeking Advice and Guidance

Hi everyone, I’ve worked as an architect for 2 years, then a year as a furniture designer, and now as a product designer developing new products. Lately, I’ve been considering a career shift into product management and would appreciate advice on making this transition. Specifically: 1. What skills are essential for moving from design to product management? What gaps should I focus on given my lack of experience with engineers, coding, and IT? 2. What’s the best approach to transition—should I focus on hands-on learning, shadowing PMs, or something else? 3. Any recommended courses, certifications, or resources (books, webinars) for someone with a design background to build a solid foundation in product management? 4. What strong advice would you give to someone aiming to excel in this role with a design-focused background? Thanks for your insights!

a product manager

1mo

All the PMs in the house, give me a cheer🤣

ankitkr

1mo

works at

Congruex Asia Pacific

CAD Design Engineer to Product Managemnt

I am working as a CAD Design Engineer in a telecom company. I want to go into Product Management, beside of telecom exp. i also have started a startup in Noida. Please guide me to ge into PM role or APM role in a startup.

sh221b

1mo

works at

Edel Tech

How to make jump in salary

I'm having close to 5 years of work exp in Product Management. Overall 7 years. But pay is still circling around 25lpa only. What should I do get a jump past atleast 30 Lpa? Btech and MBA both tier1.

a new product development

2mo

Hello everyone, i am working as an intern in product management role and have been offered a full time opportunity. How much salary should i expect as a product executive

Salary to expect

3 - 4 Lpa

4 - 5 Lpa

5 - 6 Lpa

6 - 7 Lpa

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healthymethi

2mo

student at

Amity University

What are the skills important for an entry level product manager?

Please mention underrated skills, the qualification and the scope in future.😌

a project coordinator

2mo

Salary Expectations in Product Management

Looking to transition to Product Management with 2.5 years of experience in Project Management. What is the salary range I can expect? Confused.

a consultant

2mo (edited)

What next !!

Hey, I need some suggestions. Total work experience. 7.5 yr About myself: I completed my Mechanical Engineering and the worked for ~ 6 yrs with an automotive organization. Then I did my MBA and joined an IT consulting firm, and right now I'm working as a Product Manager (involves GenAi) since last 1.5 yrs. I am in a dilemma right now, whether I should continue the product management field or should I go back to manufacturing/ automotive industry. I like the role that I play as a product manager but since I don't have a CS/IT background I sometimes find it difficult to understand things. Pls share your suggestions. Thank You. :)

a project coordinator

3mo

Transition to Product Management from Project Management

Hey folks, I am planning transition to Product Management from Project Management. Have 2.5 years experience as a Project Coordinator. Would appreciate any opportunities or suggestions. Thanks!

a founder & ceo

3mo (edited)

Need guidance from an experienced PM

I have over 2 years experience in sales with over 16Lac ctc due to incentives. Now, I’m planning to transition to APM role, and recently one company decided to hire me, it’s a medium size company with 300 employees and already established product team since years and they offered to pay only 9lacs CTC, I just started applying and I don’t understand how this industry works as few people told me to take the job because transition requires pay cut but in long run I get have growth. I know that APMs get paid around 14lacs atleast. Can anyone advise me on this ?

a software engineer

4mo (edited)

Is it advisable to shift from SDE to Technical Product Manager?

Hi, I'm a Salesforce developer with 4+ years of experience and wish to transition to a technical product manager role. How can I prepare for it and what kind of questions are asked in interviews? My current base pay is around 15L so what is the expected pay on switching to TPM? Also is the switch risky in current scenario of mass layoffs as project and product management are usually the first to be fired?

expensivekaanda

4mo

currently not working

Need some clarification here, pls help!!!

Is TCS hiring for product roles??

beamingwels

4mo

currently not working

Hello, I have completed my MBA in Marketing and Finance. I want to do PMP certification Agile and Scrum. What are the opportunities for me i

a content writer

4mo

For PMs: What do you wish your developers truly understood about you?

I'm on a quest to improve communication and collaboration between product managers and developers. My boss wants to uncover the secrets to better teamwork. If you're a product manager, could you spare a few minutes to share what you wish your developers knew? What insights would help them work more effectively with you? Your input is invaluable! I'll be sharing the best responses to help improve collaboration across the industry.

fastandcurious

5mo

works at

Zomato

PMs on Communities: What is your favourite question that you usually ask in the interview?

This question is for all the senior PMs who end up taking a lot of interviews

cheeku

5mo

A Team Lead

How many of you are aligned here? Not a PM, but very curious to find out

Hey, PMs: Think big, execute incrementally or Think big, execute all at once, and then cry at Christmas?

Agreed! Small wins :)

No, go live every 6 months

No, never go live, only think

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a content and marketing manager

5mo (edited)

Certification Required?

I have seen a few online courses where institutes are offering Certification for Product Manager / Management. Do companies recognize these online certifications? Should I enrol for these courses, will it help?

sleekchapati

5mo

A Team Lead

What product engineering process and tools do you use that you like?

Even after working at several startups before TCS, I'm still on the hunt for the best workflow management system. What internal processes are you all using? Agile, Shape Up, Jira? I'm looking for a system that can handle both high-level planning and day-to-day execution.

cheeku

6mo

A Team Lead

What features are lacking on AmbitionBox App?

For me, the design is too web like.

majnubhai

6mo

works at

Accenture

Is it possible to crack a product management role without an MBA?

Really curious to know 🤔

dadiji

6mo

works at

Accenture

How to streamline things for a product team? 🧐

I'm a designer at an early-stage startup with 5 developers and 3 designers. Even though we plan and work in sprints, our workflow gets interrupted a lot by urgent tasks. Do you know any helpful resources to make our process smoother?

wineymoose

7mo

An Operations Manager

Drop one solid piece of advice for someone who wants to be a Product Manager! 🦄

Kindly keep it short and just 1 advice!

smashingangel

7mo

works at

Bank of Baroda

How to learn coding/ automating for credit risk management. Are their some particular courses for learning the same

tanya07

7mo

works at

AmbitionBox

Is coding background essential to become a stellar PM?

I have always come accross very differing perspective when I have asked people this question. With the advent of No code tools, AI and plethora of online resources, coding background no longer seems to be a barrier, in my view. I am curious to hear your thoughts, though.

beautifulsunrise

8mo

works at

Info Edge

Ambitionbox should come up with rate your manager alongwith company so we know what kind of manager we have in each department & companies should check the ratings of manager before their appraisals 😆

incredibleivy

8mo

works at

AmbitionBox

Which thing do you like the most about AmbitionBox?

Honest answers only!

hiroshi

8mo

works at

RethinkingWeb

(unverified)

I am a dedicated and experienced professional with 3 years of software testing experience, and I am eager to transition into a product management role. With a strong understanding of software development processes and a keen eye for detail, I believe I can bring valuable insights and contribute to the success of your team. I am excited about the opportunity to leverage my skills and experience in a new and challenging role. Name=Hrishikesh

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