Dedicated to scientists and engineers who are curious about roles outside of academia and want to explore how skills developed over their PhDs fit product management roles in science companies.
BSP
2-day class
held quarterly
delivered live and online
by seasoned science product managers
Who is BSP for
We select 10-15 applicants per class, most will be science and engineering PhDs or recent graduates, curious about opportunities outside of academia such as product management roles within science companies, typically armed with knowledge of what they do and don’t enjoy about their PhD.
The BSP Skills
I. Beyond Academia
Understanding how the skills developed in PhD can translate to roles in industry with a focus on product management roles in science companies.
II. PhD to Product mindset
Understanding the mindset shift from scientist to product mindset.
III. Product management in science companies
Learn what the day to day of a science product manager is and the key skills to thrive in such a role.
IV. Breaking into product management
Real examples of how and when to break into product management.
V. Owning your narrative
Creating a compelling story for your journey into product management.
FAQs
SCIENCE FOUNDERS COMMUNITY
Shared resources for aspiring science entrepreneurs
toolkit
A live guide filled with essential resources and template documents to help you on your journey of discovery.
Community
Join a close-knit community of aspiring science PMs to bounce ideas, access shared resources and build your network.