CREDENTIALS
PM Certifications
Recognized credentials that validate your PM expertise and open career doors.
CPPM - Certified Product Manager
Pragmatic Marketing
The most widely recognized PM certification. Covers core PM skills and fundamentals. Valid for 3 years.
Exam Cost
$395 (after training)
Industry Recognition
⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Excellent
What you learn: Market segmentation, customer journey mapping, roadmapping, metrics, and competitive analysis.
Best for: Traditional PM roles at established companies.
REPM - Reforge Specialization
Reforge
Hands-on, practical program covering strategy, execution, metrics, and modern PM topics including AI.
Program Cost
$1,500-2,000
Industry Recognition
⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Rising Star
What you learn: Product strategy, execution, metrics & analytics, AI & product, pricing, and more through real case studies.
Best for: PMs wanting depth and modern skills. Tech-forward companies value this highly.
Product Manager Certificate
Product School
Bootcamp-style program with real case studies, interview prep, and job search support.
Program Cost
$800-1,200
Industry Recognition
⭐⭐⭐⭐ Good
What you learn: PM fundamentals, case studies, market research, analytics, and communication skills.
Best for: Career changers and people breaking into PM. Strong on fundamentals and interview prep.
Product Management Certificate
General Assembly
Flexible, affordable program with focus on hands-on projects and real-world scenarios.
Program Cost
$400-500
Industry Recognition
⭐⭐⭐ Moderate
What you learn: Design thinking, user research, prototyping, metrics, roadmapping, and communication.
Best for: Budget-conscious learners and people new to PM. Great hands-on experience.
SQL for Product Managers
Maven Analytics / DataCamp
Specialized credential focusing on data skills. Growing importance for modern PMs.
Program Cost
$200-500
Industry Recognition
⭐⭐⭐⭐ Growing
What you learn: SQL, data analysis, analytics tools, A/B testing, and data-driven decision making.
Best for: PMs wanting to strengthen data skills. Highly valued in tech companies.
| Certification | Cost | Duration | Recognition |
|---|---|---|---|
| CPPM (Pragmatic) | $1,200 | 3-4 months | ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ |
| Reforge Specialization | $1,500-2,000 | 6-8 weeks | ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ |
| Product School | $800-1,200 | 8 weeks | ⭐⭐⭐⭐ |
| General Assembly | $400-500 | 10 weeks | ⭐⭐⭐ |
| SQL for PMs | $200-500 | 4-6 weeks | ⭐⭐⭐⭐ |
Which Certification Should You Get?
- For Traditional PM Roles: CPPM from Pragmatic Marketing is industry standard. Widely recognized and respected.
- For Growth/Tech Companies: Reforge specialization. More modern, covers AI, and highly valued by startups.
- Breaking Into PM: Product School or General Assembly. Both have career support and are beginner-friendly.
- To Strengthen Data Skills: Combine any PM cert with SQL for PMs course. Data skills are increasingly critical.
- Best ROI: Pragmatic CPPM for traditional path, Reforge for tech/growth companies.
Note: Certifications alone don't get you hired. They validate skills you already have (or are developing). The real value is in the learning process and the skills you build. Combine any certification with practical project work for best results.