Microsoft Program Manager
Hi Blind Community, What does it take to get into microsoft as a program manager? Do they look out for specific qualifications? Employee profiles from LinkedIn are not painting a clear picture. #companyinsights
Depends on the org and specifics. Some teams have a much higher bar than others. Some PMs are business-driven leaders, while others manage processes, communities, customer/partner relations, or even design UIs. Probably the only common requirement is communication skills.
Product PMs seem to come in as university hires, or mid careers with a name company PM experience. Business PMs (non tech) is where you’ll see huge variation in backgrounds, and for many of these roles, having been a v- is a way in because it shows consulting, communication skills and awareness of MSFT processes. Product PM having been a v- = bad Business PM having been a v- = good A MBA is an easy way to get a recruiter interested for either PM type, otherwise it’s a lot of luck, specialized skills the team needs and super targeted referrals. NOT a web referral, those don’t help much but an insider referral right to a hiring manager or team.
Luck, skill, and a referral. Did I mention luck?