TPgM Career Growth
Explore the career growth path for technical program managers by understanding typical backgrounds, the differences between junior and senior roles, and ways to expand scope, technical skills, and leadership. Learn actionable strategies to advance your career, navigate ambiguity, and prepare for future leadership positions within program management.
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Typical backgrounds
Technical program managers often share common backgrounds, including:
Engineering
Project management
Product management
Sometimes technical program managers enter the field without these backgrounds, but the common skills are that of a planner, risk manager, or someone who just knows how to get things done!
Most of these roles are not available for entry-level applicants. Strong experience with project management is a necessary foundation since program management manages many related projects. However, there have been some entry-level or internship opportunities seen occasionally.
In order to aim your career toward this type of role, begin taking ownership of the responsibilities in your current job. Consider these activities you can do in your current role:
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