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Product management provides ample opportunities for career growth. As you gain experience and develop your skills, you can progress from entry-level roles to senior or executive positions.

Sriramulu Appana’s Transition from Senior Technical Manager to Product Manager:
Empowered by EMBA in Product Leadership

July 7, 2023
4 min read

Sriramulu Appana – Product Manager, OpsHub

Discover how an EMBA in Product Leadership offered by the Institute of Product Leadership has empowered Sriramulu Appana, Product Manager at OpsHub transition from a senior technical manager role to becoming a successful product manager. We explore the transformational journey of an experienced professional, with 18 years of diverse experience, as a developer, tech lead, program manager, and project manager. He further highlighted how he developed a passion for product management and how the skills that he acquired during his time with IPL helped him embark on a new career path.

Key Takeaways:

Sriramulu Appana successfully transitioned from a senior technical manager to a product manager through the Executive MBA in Product Leadership offered by the Institute of Product Leadership.
His entrepreneurial spirit fueled his fascination with product management, exploring aspects like competitive analysis, customer service, and strategic planning.
The unique offerings of the program, including product labs and career labs, helped Sriramulu develop his skills and connect with a network of experienced product managers.
Engaging in talentathons and case studies provided practical experience in problem-solving and decision-making, enhancing his product management abilities.
The EMBA program empowered Sriramulu to develop a product mindset, excel in market analysis, product strategy, and go-to-market planning, and embrace continuous learning for success in his new role.

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"The transformative potential of an EMBA in Product Leadership opens doors for professionals seeking new challenges and growth."

Embracing the Fascination with Product Management:

Sriramulu highlighted that his entrepreneurial spirit led to the development of his unwavering fascination with product management. This passion led him to explore various aspects of product management, from competitive analysis to customer service, product roadmap, and strategic planning. He further delved into the dynamics of creating successful products that meet customer needs and drive business growth and realized the importance of balancing technical skills with a deep understanding of market demands. Furthermore, he gained valuable insights into the significance of being a well-rounded product manager, capable of overseeing the entire product lifecycle to excel in this dynamic field.

This passion made him embark on a quest for product management courses and this was when he stumbled upon the Product Management courses offered by IPL. With the unique offerings of the program, such as product labs for experimental learning and career labs where candidates can demonstrate their skills to hiring managers, he was not only able to join a network of experienced product managers but excel in his career.

How IPL Helped Him in The Transition?

Talentathons and case studies within the EMBA program provided Sriramulu with valuable opportunities to enhance his product management skills along with helping him develop a product mindset. Engaging with multiple real-world scenarios, further helped him gain practical experience in solving complex problems and making data-driven decisions. It also led him to apply his knowledge and delve deeper into the intricacies of product management, developing critical thinking, problem-solving, and decision-making abilities, contributing to his overall growth as a product manager.

Through this hands-on approach, he gained confidence and honed his skills in the areas, of market analysis, product strategy, and go-to-market planning. The transformative impact of these case studies prepared him for real-world challenges and interviews. It also reinforced the importance of continuous learning and the ability to adapt strategies to different contexts, equipping him to excel as a product manager.

Ready to develop your skills, connect with industry experts, and embrace the power of product leadership to embark on your own transformational journey? Enroll in any of the product management programs offered by the Institute of Product Leadership.

About the Author

Sriramulu Appana – Product Manager, OpsHub

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