How it Works

If you’re looking to bolster your portfolio with real-world product management experience, this capstone project gives you the hands-on expertise you need to confidently tackle future interviews. You’ll work on real deliverables that hiring managers value, while receiving personalized guidance from me, a seasoned Silicon Valley Chief Product Officer with years of experience building and launching successful products. This is your chance to gain practical skills and mentorship to help you thrive in any product management role.

  • Use AI Tools

    Leverage advanced AI tools to streamline product ideation, market analysis, and user segmentation, giving you a competitive edge in modern product management.

  • Real Experience

    Transform the lessons from your PM Path to Success course into real, hands-on experience, building the practical skills needed to excel in your dream PM role.

  • Personalized Coaching

    Receive tailored guidance and feedback from me, ensuring you’re on track and continually enhancing your product management expertise at every project stage.

  • XFN Team Experience

    Engage with our vibrant community and lead your own development team, gaining valuable experience in working with cross-functional teams and delivering results.

  • Behavioral Experience

    Craft real, compelling, and success-driven SMART (Specific, Measurable, Achievable, Relevant, Time-bound) stories that will give you confidence in acing future interviews.

Learn from a Silicon Valley Expert

Unlock the tools, insights, and strategies that drive success in the world’s most competitive tech companies. With my experience as a Silicon Valley CPO, CTO, and CEO, I bring you real-world expertise to help in your transformation. I’ll guide you in mastering essential product management skills, building a powerful brand, and thinking like a leader—empowering you to reach new heights in your career and beyond.

Course curriculum

Do keep in mind that this training project is ideally coupled with the PM Path to Success training to help you transform your learning into practical experience. Check your enrollment dashboard for all your BeReady Academy courses.

    1. Introduction

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    2. Target Audience

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    3. Why Take This Course

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    4. Course Outline

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    5. About Me

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    1. Project Planning

    2. Starting Your Project

    3. Choosing Company and Product

    4. Defining Your Product

    5. Assignment 1.1: Analyze Company Maturity State

    6. Assignment 1.2: Identify Product Value and Goals

    7. Assignment 1.3: Define the MVP and MLP

    8. Summary for Defining Your Product

    1. Project Execution

    2. Adopt User-Centricity

    3. Assignment 2.1: Identify User Segmentation

    4. Assignment 2.2: Understand User Pain Points

    5. Assignment 2.3: Create User Journey Maps

    6. Assignment 2.4: Define Epics, Features, and User Stories

    7. Summary for Adopt User Centricity

    8. Conduct Market Research

    9. Assignment 2.5: Conduct First-Party Research

    10. Assignment 2.6: Collect Third-Party Research

    11. Assignment 2.7: Identify Direct and Indirect Competitors

    12. Assignment 2.8: Conduct SWOT Analysis

    13. Assignment 2.9: Develop Action Plan

    14. Summary for Conduct Market Research

    1. Project Maturity

    2. Generating Success Hypotheses

    3. Assignment 3.1: Define Success Hypotheses

    4. Assignment 3.2: Design Hypothesis A/B Tests

    5. Assignment 3.3: Identify Key Metrics

    6. Assignment 3.4: Iterating Based on Results

    7. Summary for Generating Success Hypotheses

    8. Defining Success Metrics

    9. Assignment 3.5: Define Operational Metrics

    10. Assignment 3.6: Identify Success Metrics

    11. Assignment 3.7: Define Counter Metrics

    12. Assignment 3.8: Select North Star Metric

    13. Summary for Defining Success Metrics

    1. Project Growth

    2. Formulate Feature Hypotheses

    3. Assignment 4.1: Generate Enhancement Hypotheses

    4. Assignment 4.2: Choose Between Feature A and B

    5. Assignment 4.3: Define A|B Test Experiment

    6. Summary of Formulate Feature Hypotheses

    7. Author Product Documentation

    8. Assignment 4.4: Create PRD Document

    9. Assignment 4.5: Create PR-FAQ Document

    10. Summary for Author Product Documentation

    1. Path to Success

    2. Submit Your Work

    3. Leverage Coaching

    4. Looking Ahead

About this course

  • $248.00
  • 54 lessons
  • 3 coaching sessions
  • 25 project assignments

Mentor & Coach

Gain step-by-step mentoring and coaching from a seasoned Silicon Valley product and engineering leader.

Hamid Azzawe

CTO & CPO | Meta, Amazon, Bloomberg, Microsoft, and IBM

Experienced CPO, CTO, and twice CEO with a career built in Silicon Valley’s dynamic tech landscape. As the founder of BeReady Academy, I’m passionate about empowering companies and professionals to unlock their full potential. My approach is transformative: I leverage the latest in AI, build impactful product strategies, and foster cross-functional team collaboration to drive scalable growth and innovation. I believe technology should be a catalyst for real-world change, and I bring this vision to life by mentoring emerging leaders and helping them make a lasting impact in their careers. Whether guiding an organization to new heights or coaching individuals to break through career ceilings, my mission is to create meaningful success at every level. My favorite words of wisdom is to "Learn and grow, always!"

Experience building innovative products!

By registering now, you’ll embark upon a transformational journey and gain real-world experience in building highly-innovative products. Don’t wait—start climbing the leader and get ready to elevate your career and landing your dream product management role today! Don't miss this opportunity to take your product management career to the next level! With the PM Capstone Project, you'll gain hands-on experience, build a portfolio of real-world deliverables, and receive personalized coaching that sets you apart in the job market. Whether you're an aspiring PM or looking to sharpen your skills, this course is designed to help you succeed. Sign up now and start your journey toward becoming a top-tier product manager!

Gain real PM experience today!

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FAQ

Here are some of the most common questions asked to help address any concerns you might have as you consider enrolling in the PM Capstone Project course. Feel free to contact us if you have additional questions.

  • What is the PM Capstone Project course?

    The PM Capstone Project is a hands-on, real-world course where you’ll manage a product from idea to execution. You’ll gain practical experience in user segmentation, market research, success hypothesis testing, and product documentation, all with personalized coaching.

  • Who is this course designed for?

    This course is perfect for aspiring or current product managers looking to build their portfolio, gain hands-on experience, and stand out in job interviews. Whether you’re a new graduate, transitioning from another role, or an experienced PM seeking to sharpen your skills, this course is for you.

  • What can I expect to learn in this course?

    You’ll learn how to manage the entire product lifecycle, from ideating and defining a product to conducting market research, developing user personas, testing hypotheses, and creating product documentation. The course focuses on building real-world skills that hiring managers value.

  • Will I receive personalized feedback during the course?

    Absolutely! You’ll receive tailored feedback from me throughout the course. I will review your assignments, provide insights on your project deliverables, and guide you to improve and refine your skills.

  • Do I need to have taken the PM Path to Success course before enrolling?

    While it’s recommended, it’s not required. The PM Capstone Project is designed to complement the PM Path to Success course, but you can take it independently if you already have a foundational understanding of product management.

  • How long does the course take to complete?

    The course is designed to be self-paced, but it typically takes 4-6 weeks to complete, depending on the time you dedicate to each assignment. You’ll need to commit a few hours per week to work on the project and submit your deliverables.

  • Will I be working on a real-world product during the course?

    Yes, you’ll work on a product idea of your own choosing, which mirrors real-world challenges. You can also choose to work solo or in a team, allowing you to simulate the collaborative environment of product management.

  • Do I need prior experience in product management to succeed in this course?

    No prior experience is necessary, but a basic understanding of product management concepts will be helpful. This is why it is highly recommended that you enroll in the companion PM Path to Success course which is also part of the Become a Successful Product Manager bundle. The course will guide you step-by-step, and with personalized coaching, you’ll build the confidence to manage a product effectively.

  • How does the course help me in my job search?

    By the end of the course, you’ll have a portfolio of real-world deliverables and S.T.A.R. stories to showcase in job interviews. This hands-on experience, along with personalized coaching, will make you stand out to hiring managers.