So, You Want To Be a Program Manager?
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Program Management is a booming career option for many entry-level, mid-level and executive level professionals. Now more than ever Program Managers are in high demand across the tech industry. This session is intended for professionals wishing to move into Program Management.
Key...
Program Management is a booming career option for many entry-level, mid-level and executive level professionals. Now more than ever Program Managers are in high demand across the tech industry. This session is intended for professionals wishing to move into Program Management.
Key Takeaways:
- Build an understanding of the "Program Management toolbox".
- Create an actionable plan to switch to Program Management.
- Successfully jump start your Program Management career.
Meet The Speaker
Candice Quadros is the Director of Program Management at Roku Inc. based in the SF Bay Area. She is currently leading the charter of productivity and digital transformation in the Enterprise Engineering team. Prior to Roku, Candice has held leadership positions at Google and Microsoft. Candice has been in the Technical Program Management space for many years and is an ardent advocate of the benefits that effective program management brings.
She is passionate about mentoring people, especially women and has effectively mentored many Program Managers through their careers. Candice has a Masters in Computer Science from SUNY Buffalo and a Bachelors in Computer Engineering from the University of Mumbai.
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By: ZulfiqarPosted on 2020-11-02 -
What background do you need to be a program manager? And what do you like/not like about the role?
By: MelissaPosted on 2020-11-02 -
Looking forward to this! Thank you.
By: Elena, HR ProfessionalPosted on 2020-11-02 -
Looking forward to this! Thank you.
By: ElenaPosted on 2020-11-02 -
What are the key traits you look for in a program manager?
By: Joanne, PrincipalPosted on 2020-11-02 -
How can an early career engineer with background in mechanical engineering transition to program management?
By: Emeka, Liaison EngineerPosted on 2020-11-02 -
Having a purely software engineering background, how could I start?
By: Ruth, Fullstack DeveloperPosted on 2020-11-01 -
How were you able to transition from computer science into a program manager role?
By: Kimberly J., Fullstack DeveloperPosted on 2020-11-01 -
What does it take to transition from a hardcore technical role to a TPM role?
By: ShobithaPosted on 2020-11-01 -
What software tools do you recommend that we learn?
By: Kate, ManagerPosted on 2020-11-01 -
What project management tools and applications do you use or recommend?
By: Emma, Risk & Marketing ManagerPosted on 2020-11-01 -
Which Online Program Management Certifications do you consider outstanding for enhancing continuing education? Thank you!
By: Nancy, Client Relations SpecialistPosted on 2020-11-01 -
My background is programming and I am working as Software Engineer. How is the transition into a Program Manager role looks like.
By: Swati, Frontend DeveloperPosted on 2020-11-01 -
How is program management different from a typical project management role?
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My questions are similar to others already posted
By: Renee, Technical Program Project ManagerPosted on 2020-11-01 -
No questions at the moment.
By: Anastasija, Database AdministratorPosted on 2020-11-01 -
No question at this time
By: ruthPosted on 2020-10-30 -
Do you recommend that seasoned professionals, who are not seasoned in program management but in account management or project/client relationship management, enroll in an education/training...
By: BeckyPosted on 2020-10-28 -
If transferring from a different role, What are some transferable skills a Program Manager should have?
By: Varghese, PresidentPosted on 2020-10-27 -
The best way to position yourself for a path to a career like this - what/where to learn, how, what is unique and how to stay fresh!
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How to effectively transition from being one of the project managers on a program to actually being the Program Manager?
By: Aleks, Program Project ManagerPosted on 2020-10-22 -
What is the job description of project managers?
By: Chesie, CLIA Lab DirectorPosted on 2020-08-21 -
My background is in HR and am currently taking a coding course to pivot into tech. What is an ideal background to go into Program Management? How much tech experience would you need?
By: Trixie, Human Resources Coordinator CUSO Financial ServicesPosted on 2020-08-20 -
How to transfer from Project Management to Program Managements? What are the biggest challenges for Project Managers becoming Program Managers and how to overcome them?
By: Katarzyna, Technical Program Project ManagerPosted on 2020-08-19 -
What transferable achievements should one highlight in the application process and is having an MBA a good selling point?
By: Gloria, Product StrategyPosted on 2020-08-18 -
I don't have any specific questions, just curious about this type of role.
By: LMHC, TherapistPosted on 2020-08-17
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