Growth product management has become a critical discipline for companies looking to scale sustainably, improve customer retention, and maximize revenue performance. This course explores the strategies, frameworks, and data-driven approaches that growth product managers use to drive customer acquisition, engagement, experimentation, and long-term business growth in competitive markets.

Growth Product Manager's Handbook

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Apply product-led growth frameworks to improve customer acquisition and retention.
Analyze customer behavior and performance metrics to guide product decisions.
Design experimentation strategies to optimize revenue growth and user engagement.
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July 2026
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There are 12 modules in this course
This module introduces the principles and practices of growth product management, highlighting how GPMs leverage user research, experimentation, and data analysis to drive product growth. Learners will explore the unique challenges faced by GPMs, strategies for cross-functional collaboration, and methods for measuring and optimizing product performance.
What's included
1 video10 readings1 assignment
1 video•Total 1 minute
- Overview•1 minute
10 readings•Total 45 minutes
- Introduction•5 minutes
- User Research•4 minutes
- Experimentation and Iteration•4 minutes
- Strategy Development•4 minutes
- User Research and Insights•4 minutes
- Experimentation and Iteration•4 minutes
- Data Analysis and Insights•4 minutes
- Cross-functional Collaboration•4 minutes
- Performance Measurement and Optimization•5 minutes
- Stakeholder Communication•7 minutes
1 assignment•Total 16 minutes
- Foundations of Growth Product Management•16 minutes
This module introduces key growth product management (GPM) models and frameworks, including the AARRR (Pirate Metrics) and various product-led growth (PLG) strategies. Learners will compare demo, trial, and freemium models, and evaluate the pros and cons of different PLG techniques to inform effective growth decisions.
What's included
1 video6 readings1 assignment
1 video•Total 1 minute
- Overview•1 minute
6 readings•Total 34 minutes
- Introduction•4 minutes
- Key GPM Models and Frameworks•6 minutes
- Expansion Model•4 minutes
- Utilizing PLG Techniques Pros and Cons•6 minutes
- Expansion Model•8 minutes
- Other Considerations When Deciding What Techniques to Use•6 minutes
1 assignment•Total 16 minutes
- Product-Led Growth Strategies and Ecosystems•16 minutes
This module guides learners through the essentials of user research, the creation of detailed customer personas, and the application of these insights to improve customer acquisition and retention strategies. Learners will discover practical techniques for identifying customer needs and pain points, and learn how to leverage persona profiles to drive product growth. Key challenges and best practices in customer analysis are also explored.
What's included
1 video7 readings1 assignment
1 video•Total 1 minute
- Overview•1 minute
7 readings•Total 37 minutes
- Introduction•6 minutes
- Challenges When Conducting User Research and Analysis•5 minutes
- Creating Customer Personas•8 minutes
- Unveiling Buyer Pain Points Crucial Insights for B2B and B2C Persona Profiles•5 minutes
- Applying Buyer Persona Profiles in Your Customer Acquisition and Customer Retention Strategy•4 minutes
- Customer Development•5 minutes
- Summary•4 minutes
1 assignment•Total 16 minutes
- Customer Understanding and Engagement Strategies•16 minutes
This module guides learners through the essentials of product development, from strategic planning and roadmap creation to usability testing and MVP validation. Participants will discover how to balance innovation with stability, incorporate user feedback, and craft effective go-to-market strategies. By anticipating common pitfalls, learners will be equipped to drive successful product outcomes in competitive markets.
What's included
1 video7 readings1 assignment
1 video•Total 1 minute
- Overview•1 minute
7 readings•Total 40 minutes
- Introduction•6 minutes
- Usability Testing and Incorporating User Feedback•6 minutes
- Strategies for Developing an Effective MVP to Validate Product-Market Fit•6 minutes
- Balancing Innovation and Stability During the PDLC•5 minutes
- Strategic Product Positioning Crafting a Compelling Market Presence•7 minutes
- Fueling Growth Mastering GTM Planning for Growth Product Managers•4 minutes
- Navigating the Pitfalls of Product Planning•6 minutes
1 assignment•Total 16 minutes
- Strategic Product Development and Customer Focus•16 minutes
This module delves into the essential elements of building a product-led enterprise, focusing on cultivating customer-centric cultures, crafting inspiring product visions, and implementing agile processes. Learners will discover the pivotal role of growth product managers in driving transformation and sustainable growth. By the end, participants will be equipped to champion product-led strategies within their organizations.
What's included
1 video6 readings1 assignment
1 video•Total 1 minute
- Overview•1 minute
6 readings•Total 32 minutes
- Introduction•4 minutes
- Principles of a Product-Led Culture•6 minutes
- Creating a Compelling Product Vision•5 minutes
- Fostering a Customer-Centric Culture Across the Organization•5 minutes
- Implementing Supporting Processes and Structures•6 minutes
- Summary•6 minutes
1 assignment•Total 16 minutes
- Building a Customer-Centric Product Organization•16 minutes
This module guides learners through the process of crafting a compelling product value proposition, aligning messaging with marketing strategies, and adapting communications to evolving market needs. Participants will explore best practices for articulating unique product benefits and integrating value statements across multiple channels. Emphasis is placed on collaboration with marketing teams and continuous optimization of messaging.
What's included
1 video5 readings1 assignment
1 video•Total 1 minute
- Overview•1 minute
5 readings•Total 29 minutes
- Introduction•6 minutes
- Defining Your Value Proposition•6 minutes
- Integrating the Statement Across Channels•5 minutes
- Partnering with Marketing for Success•6 minutes
- Failing to Evolve Messaging•6 minutes
1 assignment•Total 16 minutes
- Mastering Product Value Communication•16 minutes
This module introduces learners to the principles and practices of growth experimentation, focusing on hypothesis-driven testing, data analysis, and iterative product improvements. Participants will explore key analytical techniques such as A/B testing, cohort analysis, and funnel analysis to inform product and marketing strategies. By the end, learners will understand how a data-informed approach can drive sustained competitive advantage and foster a culture of innovation.
What's included
1 video7 readings1 assignment
1 video•Total 1 minute
- Overview•1 minute
7 readings•Total 36 minutes
- Introduction•6 minutes
- Sustained Competitive Advantage•4 minutes
- Planning and Executing Effective Growth Experiments•5 minutes
- Analyzing Experiment Results and Iterating on Product Features and Marketing Strategies•5 minutes
- Types of Growth Experiments•4 minutes
- Empowering Growth Product Managers for Informed Experimentation•4 minutes
- Benefits of a Data-Informed Approach•8 minutes
1 assignment•Total 16 minutes
- Mastering Growth Experimentation and Data Analysis•16 minutes
This module guides learners through the process of selecting, tracking, and leveraging performance metrics to inform product decisions and drive sustainable growth. Participants will discover how to analyze data, iterate on strategies, and foster a culture that prioritizes data-driven outcomes while avoiding common pitfalls.
What's included
1 video8 readings1 assignment
1 video•Total 1 minute
- Overview•1 minute
8 readings•Total 39 minutes
- Introduction•5 minutes
- Fuel Data-Driven Decision-Making•4 minutes
- Monitoring and Analyzing Performance Metrics•3 minutes
- Using Performance Metrics to Drive Growth•4 minutes
- Analyzing Experiment Results and Iterating on Product Features and Marketing Strategies•6 minutes
- Establishing a Performance-Driven Culture•5 minutes
- Avoiding Common Pitfalls•8 minutes
- Summary•4 minutes
1 assignment•Total 16 minutes
- Performance Metrics and Strategic Decision Making•16 minutes
This module delves into customer success strategies essential for driving product-led growth, including onboarding, adoption, and retention techniques. Learners will discover how to leverage customer feedback, scale customer success teams, and foster a performance-driven culture to ensure long-term client satisfaction and business sustainability.
What's included
1 video6 readings1 assignment
1 video•Total 1 minute
- Overview•1 minute
6 readings•Total 40 minutes
- Introduction•6 minutes
- Why Customer Success Is Essential for Sustainable Growth•6 minutes
- The Customer Journey Onboarding Adoption and Retention•5 minutes
- Leveraging Customer Feedback and Success Stories•6 minutes
- Scaling Customer Success Teams Hiring and Training•11 minutes
- Establishing a Performance-Driven Culture The Keystone of Long-Term Customer Success•6 minutes
1 assignment•Total 16 minutes
- Building Lasting Customer Relationships•16 minutes
This module delves into effective strategies for reducing customer churn, leveraging feedback for continuous improvement, and utilizing key retention metrics to inform product decisions. Learners will discover how to amplify network effects, implement content marketing for retention, and transform customer insights into actionable growth intelligence. The module also covers best practices for monitoring and reporting on retention performance.
What's included
1 video8 readings1 assignment
1 video•Total 1 minute
- Overview•1 minute
8 readings•Total 43 minutes
- Introduction•6 minutes
- Amplified Network Effects•4 minutes
- Strategies for Improving Customer Retention•6 minutes
- Content Marketing for Retention•5 minutes
- The Role of Customer Feedback in Improving Retention•6 minutes
- Turning Customer Feedback Into Growth Intelligence•4 minutes
- Measuring and Tracking Customer Retention•4 minutes
- Continuous Monitoring and Reporting•8 minutes
1 assignment•Total 16 minutes
- Customer Retention and Engagement Strategies•16 minutes
This module explores strategies for increasing customer revenue through expansion tactics, such as ARPU optimization, pricing models, and behavioral segmentation. Learners will gain practical skills in measuring and analyzing key monetization metrics, as well as implementing data-driven personalization and avoiding common pitfalls. By the end, you'll be equipped to drive sustainable growth through targeted revenue expansion initiatives.
What's included
1 video7 readings1 assignment
1 video•Total 1 minute
- Overview•1 minute
7 readings•Total 37 minutes
- Introduction•6 minutes
- Significance of ARPU in PLG for User-Based Sales Models•6 minutes
- Packaging Segmentation•6 minutes
- Key ARPU Metrics•4 minutes
- Measurement Frameworks to Gauge Impact•4 minutes
- Data-Driven Optimization and Personalization Strategies•4 minutes
- Pitfalls to Avoid•7 minutes
1 assignment•Total 16 minutes
- Expanding Revenue in SaaS Through Strategic Metrics•16 minutes
This module examines the rapidly changing landscape of growth product management, highlighting the essential skills, mindsets, and ethical considerations required to thrive in a product-led growth (PLG) environment. Learners will explore real-world case studies, adapt to emerging trends, and prepare for the future of work in this dynamic field.
What's included
1 video7 readings1 assignment
1 video•Total 1 minute
- Overview•1 minute
7 readings•Total 35 minutes
- Introduction•5 minutes
- Key Skills and Attributes for Growth Product Managers•4 minutes
- The Evolving Landscape of Growth Product Management•6 minutes
- Adapting to Stay Ahead of the Curve•6 minutes
- Case Studies of Spectacular Product Failure•5 minutes
- The Future of Work and Skills•4 minutes
- The Path Ahead Growth Product Managers as Conscientious Innovators•5 minutes
1 assignment•Total 16 minutes
- The Future of Growth Product Management•16 minutes
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