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Course Overview

Quizzes to Test Your Learning: Evaluate your progress and understanding with our specially designed quizzes that reinforce your learning and boost confidence.​

Top TPM Interview Questions: Gain access to a curated list of top-tier Technical Program Manager (TPM) interview questions, giving you a competitive edge during your interview preparations.​

TPM Interview Prep Workbook: Receive a meticulously crafted workbook tailored for TPM FAANG interview preparation, aiding you in organizing your study materials and strategies effectively.

Office Hours with Priyanka: Benefit from exclusive sessions with our expert, Priyanka Shinde, a seasoned TPM leader and hiring manager from FAANG, where you can seek guidance and clarity.

Exclusive POWERful Storytelling Framework: Create compelling narratives and increase your chances of success. Learn what the STAR Method is not enough for nailing TPM interviews.

6 Comprehensive Modules with 20 In-Depth Lessons: Dive deep into crucial TPM concepts and strategies with our structured curriculum designed to equip you for success.

4+ hours of Video Content: Access engaging video lectures that simplify complex topics, making your learning experience both insightful and enjoyable.

Templates and Frameworks: Utilize our collection of essential templates and frameworks, including System Design interviewing resources, TPM Skills Assessment Template, TPM Resume Template, and Competencies x Stories Template. These resources will guide you in showcasing your skills and experiences effectively.

Embark on this transformative journey and position yourself as a standout candidate in TPM roles. Enroll now and take the first step towards mastering the TPM interview process and achieving your career goals!

This comprehensive course covers offers a tailored approach to set you apart from other candidates in this fiercely competitive Technical Program Manager (TPM) job market.

Enroll to our TPM Interview Course, your go-to resource for acing Technical Program Management (TPM) interviews. Packed with easy-to-understand content, practical TPM interview questions, and expert coaching, this course is your pathway to success, whether you're preparing for a FAANG interview or looking to boost your tech interview skills. 

TPM Interview Course Overview

Recession-proof your career and equip yourself with the skills and knowledge to not only survive but thrive during challenging times.

Boost your compensation by 50-80%, achieve financial freedom and recover the cost of this TPM interview course in your first paycheck.

Get unstuck by overcoming rejections and achieve professional success.

Land your dream job in this competitive TPM job market with in-depth insights and exclusive strategies.

​Launch Your TPM Career in Tech with expert guidance from experienced FAANG TPM leader and hiring manager

Join now and pave the way towards unparalleled success in the field of Technical Program Management!

Cracking the Technical Program Manager (TPM) Interview

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Who Is This Program For?

Technical Program Manager Interview Preparation

Current TPMs

  • You have <3 years of experience.

  • You have experience in traditional or non-Tech companies.

  • You want to aim for Senior or Staff level in your next TPM role.

  • You haven't interviewed in a long time and need a refresher, especially for TPM interviews. 

  • You want to transition from contract TPM roles to full-time.

Technical Program Manager Interview Preparation

Aspiring TPMs

  • You want to transition from non-technical project or program management to TPM.

  • You have engineering or other technical background and want to transition to TPM.

  • You want to transition from consulting project or delivery manager roles to Tech TPM roles.

With Priyanka's methodical approach to FAANG interview training, I went from not passing any phone screens to getting 2 competing offers (including a FAANG company) within one month. I highly recommend this course to anyone who wants to excel in their interviewing skills and get the best offer.

R. S.

Sr Technical Program Manager, FAANG

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Students have taken this course and found new jobs

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Students recovered their investment in their first paycheck of their new job

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Course Details

What You Will Get Out of This TPM Course

Unlock your potential and build a thriving career in Technical Program Management!

TPM Iterview Basics

Learn the best practices to follow before, during and after the interviews.

Module 3

TPM Interview Basics

Crafting Powerful Resume

Make the right first impression with a powerful resume

Crafting a Powerful Resume

Module 2

Powerful Storytelling

Employ the POWERful Storytelling Framework thoughtfully designed to create compelling narratives and increase chances of success. 

Elevate interview performance by incorporating best practices to convey a strong signal to the interviewer.

POWERful Storytelling

BONUS Module

TPM Competencies

Learn in depth about the competencies and behavior signals assessed by the interviewer panel during each interview type. Dissect any interview question with ease and pick the strongest example from your experience. 

  • Technical Expertise and System Design

  • Program Management

  • Leadership

  • Behavioral

  • Partnership & Collaboration

  • Communication

TPM Competencies and Signals

Module 4

Beyond TPM interview

Learn offer negotiation tactics to get the TPM salary what you deserve

Understand how you can navigate your new role to make the most impact in your first 90 days

Beyond The TPM Interview

BONUS Module

TPM Expectations in Tech

Understand why TPM interviews are difficult in top tier / FAANG companies and how to avoid common mistakes. Become recession proof by applying your learnings and becoming an invaluable asset to your organization.

TPM Expectations in Tech

Module 1

Additional Templates
  • TPM Starter Toolkit

  • TPM Advanced Toolkit (with 3-month and 12-month access plan)

Additional Program Execution Templates

BONUS MATERIAL

Exclusive Access
  • Regular Office Hours with Priyanka

  • Community Group to connect with peers

EXCLUSIVE ACCESS

Closer to my career vision!

Priyanka's program has really been valuable. Her suggestion of not interviewing at my dream company was great because it helped me get over my interview jitters. I landed an amazing opportunity in my target domain area.

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Nitin S

Engineering Manager, Big Tech

Structured approach to build confidence!

This technical program management course provides a great baseline for folks looking for structure on how to approach the field of TPM along with tactics to enhance your interview skills. This is very helpful because ones loses sight of this when on the job. I would recommend this course to anyone trying to navigate the TPM world or needs to build confidence for interviews.

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Sova P

Director, Technical Program Management, Fintech

Best course to prepare for technical program manager interviews!

Priyanka provided deep insights into understanding of the TPM role and what it takes to succeed. Her POWERful storytelling framework is very helpful to build a compelling narrative. She also shared inside details on the weak vs. strong signals evaluation during the interviews. 

Participant Testimonial

Saurabh K

Sr. Technical Program Manager, Tech

Negotiated 1 out of the 3 FAANG offers successfully with higher compensation and level!

I reached out to Priyanka to get help during my offer negotiation process. I was having trouble getting a good reference point for total compensation. Priyanka quickly jumped on call with me and emphasized to not undersell myself and leave money on the table. 

H.S

H.S.

Technical Program Manager, Apple

Opportunity to dive deep and learn from Priyanka's expertise and hiring experience!

Priyanka shared a detailed list of competencies and helped me identify missing elements in my stories and even gave me feedback offline. I felt very prepared and was able to nail my interviews due to the storytelling framework Priyanka shared.  

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Sr Technical Program Manager, Tech

Real Results

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About Priyanka

Priyanka is an experienced FAANG TPM Leader with over 20 years of expertise in engineering, product, and program management leadership roles across multiple domains, including Autonomous Vehicles, AI/ML, AR/VR, and AdTech. She has previously led technical program teams at Cruise Automation and Meta (Facebook), delivering cutting-edge technology products, building organizations, interviewing, and hiring hundreds of candidates.

Priyanka is passionate about empowering individuals to accelerate their career goals and develop effective communication skills, leadership presence, and strategic mindset to create fulfilling work lives that align with their values. She is dedicated to coaching and advising current and aspiring professionals by identifying their strengths and helping them amplify their voice to achieve meaningful professional impact. Priyanka shares her insights and knowledge through her podcast and LinkedIn profile, and tailored coaching sessions.

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This is a video based course led by Priyanka Shinde, a former FAANG and Startup Tech Leader with dynamic industry experience and invaluable expertise. Harness her unparalleled insights with this rare opportunity to learn from the best in the industry and prepare effectively with this FAANG interview preparation course.

Self-Paced Video Based TPM Interview Course

Get answers to your burning questions and more…

  • How to master key TPM interview frameworks and strategies at your own pace.

  • How to break down complex system design questions, even with a non-technical background.

  • How to demonstrate cross-functional leadership and collaboration skills effectively.

  • How to tailor your responses to align with the expectations of different companies and teams.

  • How to apply real-world examples and scenarios to demonstrate your TPM expertise.

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  • A Technical Program Manager (TPM) is a special type of program management role often found in the tech industry. A TPM oversees the planning, execution, and delivery of technical programs, ensuring alignment between engineering teams and business objectives. 

  • The Cracking the TPM Interview course by TPM Academy provides industry insights into the TPM role, top TPM interview questions, and FAANG specific interview strategies to effectively showcase your skills and experience, and build confidence to nail TPM interviews.

  • The Cracking the TPM Interview course by TPM Academy includes a module on crafting a powerful TPM resume and provides a TPM Resume Template to help make a strong first impression.

  • Yes, the course includes regular office hours with Priyanka and, in the yearly plan, an exclusive one-on-one feedback review to help refine your approach.

  • Typical questions cover core TPM skills including program management methodologies, technical problem-solving, stakeholder communication, and leadership skills. 

  • This course includes six comprehensive modules, over 4 hours of video content, templates, frameworks, and access to curated TPM interview questions, providing a structured path for interview success.

  • This course is ideal for aspiring and current TPMs, particularly those with less than three years of experience or those transitioning from non-tech roles into a TPM position.

  • No, you don’t have to be a TPM to take this course. This program is ideal for anyone looking to transition into a Technical Program Manager role, including those from software engineering, project management, or consulting. It covers essential TPM skills, interview prep techniques, and system design fundamentals to help you succeed in TPM interviews, regardless of prior TPM experience. 

  • The Cracking the TPM Interview course by TPM Academy covers some foundational concepts similar to PMP and Agile, but with a focus on interview preparation. It dives into specific skills, frameworks, and system design knowledge tailored to Technical Program Management. It includes key program management phases and techniques relevant to Technical Program Management, giving you practical tools to showcase your understanding of these concepts in a TPM interview setting.

  • The Cracking the TPM Interview course by TPM Academy includes system design interview resources and templates to help you understand and break down complex technical questions.
    This course provides guidance on how to approach System Design interviews from a TPM perspective. While it doesn’t dive deeply into technical concepts, it equips you with strategies to discuss system design, structure your responses, and communicate effectively with engineering teams. This way, you can confidently navigate System Design questions, even if your background isn’t heavily technical.
    Additional System Design resources are linked from within the course which we recommend for complimentary learning.

  • No, the course does not include mock interviews. However, you will get access to office hours with Priyanka Shinde, which you can utilize to answer any questions about the program, or interview preparation.

  • This course is an all-encompassing guide that goes beyond the basics. From mastering the TPM role to crafting a powerful resume, this course dives deep into every aspect of the interview process—including technical, program management, partnership, leadership, and behavioral interviews. It’s packed with invaluable resources such as TPM interview questions, templates, frameworks, and tailored tips for each interview stage.

    This course is built on Priyanka's insider experience as a FAANG hiring leader who has interviewed hundreds of TPM candidates and helped shape the TPM interviewing frameworks used today. Read more about how the Cracking tPM Interview compares to other TPM interview resources available.

  • No. This course is not accredited by any institution. It is based on 12+ years of experience with hiring and interview candidates in Big Tech

  • This course is self-paced and you can manage your time based on your circumstances. The course takes about 2-3 hours to complete the steps and corresponding the quizzes. You can spend additional 3-5 hours to practice further to refine your examples and stories. You will get more benefit when you put in more time into practice.

  • You will have access to the course depending on the plan you purchase. You have three options to choose from. Plan will renew and charged automatically until canceled. 

  • No refunds will be provided once the course is purchased. However, you can cancel the subscription at any time.

  • The course may be updated and/or refreshed but not guaranteed. If you have an active plan, there will be no additional charges for new content or material. 

  • Please email your questions to info@thepriyankashinde.com. We will get back to you in 24-48 hours.

What is a TPM?

A Technical Program Manager (TPM) is a special type of program management role often found in the tech industry.

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