How do I become a product manager
Get qualified to work as a product manager with a course recognised across Australia. Speak to a training provider to learn more.
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Common questions
In Australia, a full time Product Manager generally earns $2,500 per week ($130,000 annual salary) before tax. This is a median figure for full-time employees and should be considered a guide only. As you gain more experience and technical expertise you can expect a higher salary than people who are new in the role.
Courses.com.au Team
There are no clear figures on Product Managers in Australia at this time. Product Managers are employed by larger organisations in all industry groups and employment sectors — but a large percentage are hired in the retail, manufacturing and service industries.
Source: Australian Government Labour Market Insights
Courses.com.au Team
Product Managers are often degree qualified but you can get started with the Diploma of Marketing and Communication. A Certificate III or IV in sales, retail, or manufacturing might also be helpful. These courses take 12-24 months to complete.
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- Bachelor of Applied Innovation
- Bachelor of Business (Business Analytics)
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- BSBSS00097 Innovation Leadership Skill Set
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- SIR50317 Diploma of Retail Merchandise Management
Product Manager careers
Product Managers develop new products and manage the product lifecycle from concept to sales. They carry out market research, develop product concepts and roadmaps, oversee manufacturing, and work with marketing to develop logos and promotional materials.
As a Product Manager you might be pitching senior management your idea for a new product, analysing consumer buying behaviour, developing a product release budget, or approving the product labelling designs.
