Format
4 course (108 hours)
Delivery
Online (synchronous and asynchronous) | Learn more
Duration
Complete in 6 months, part-time
Product management is the strategic process of guiding the development and success of a product by aligning customer needs, business goals and technological possibilities.
In partnership with York University’s School of Continuing Studies, Mount Royal University is pleased to offer the Product Management Extension Certificate, a part-time, accelerated program. This program will prepare you to lead cross-functional teams, drive innovation and confidently bring products to market.
Through a blend of business strategy, user experience (UX) design and agile project management, you will explore the entire product management lifecycle from customer discovery and competitive analysis to data analytics and roadmap development.
You will learn how to prepare and present a compelling business case for a product or service, communicate a clear vision and strategy and apply agile principles to bring ideas to life. You’ll implement frameworks like design thinking and UX to support diverse business needs and use data to evaluate product features and measure success after launch.
Designed in consultation with leading product management professionals, this program offers hands-on learning and the opportunity to build a strong professional network. Graduate with an impressive portfolio, practical experience and the confidence to step into a high-impact role in product management.
As organizations across industries increasingly rely on digital products and platforms, the demand for skilled product managers continues to grow. As the first of its kind in Canada, the Product Management Extension Certificate is suited for marketing, sales, customer success or consulting professionals who are preparing to move into product management. It also supports business analysts seeking strategic product roles and associate product managers working toward advancing their careers.
The York University School of Continuing Studies provides innovative programs that prepare graduates with deep discipline-based knowledge and cross-functional skills that today’s employers value.
Highlights and benefits
Real-world knowledge | Learn from experienced industry professionals and build your network
Gain hands-on experience | Develop your skills through experiential assignments and projects
Become career-ready | Prepare for a career as a product management professional or enhance your current career
Online delivery | Enjoy the flexibility of online learning and complete this program from anywhere
Program schedule
Product Management Certificate
Fall 2025
All courses are delivered online.
| Fall 2025 | Start date | End date | Live, online classes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Introduction to Product Management | Sep 22, 2025 | Nov 2, 2025 | Oct 1, 15 & 29, 2025 4:30 - 7:30 p.m |
| Data Analytics for Product Managers | Nov 3, 2025 | Dec 14, 2025 | Nov 12, 26 & Dec 10, 2025 4:30 - 7:30 p.m. |
| UX Design for Product Managers | Jan 5, 2026 | Feb 1, 2026 | Jan 14 & 28, 2026 4:30 - 7:30 p.m. |
| Applied Product Management Capstone | Feb 2, 2026 | Mar 29, 2026 | Feb 4, 11, 18 & 25, Mar 4, 11, 18 & 25, 2026 4:30 - 7:30 p.m. |
Winter 2026
All courses are delivered online.
Registration for this block opens on Tuesday, November 11, 2025 and closes on Wednesday, January 14, 2026.
| Winter 2026 | Start date | End date | Live, online classes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Introduction to Product Management | Jan 19, 2026 | Mar 1 2026 | Jan 28, Feb 11 & 25, 2026 4:30 - 7:30 p.m. |
| Data Analytics for Product Managers | Mar 2, 2026 | Apr 12, 2026 | Mar 11, 25 & Apr 8, 2026 4:30 - 7:30 p.m. |
| UX Design for Product Managers | Jan 5, 2026 | Feb 15, 2026 | Apr 22, May 6, 2026 4:30 - 7:30 p.m. |
| Applied Product Management Capstone | May 11, 2026 | July 5, 2026 | May 13, 20, 27, June 3, 10, 17 & 24, 2026 4:30 - 7:30 p.m. |
This schedule is subject to change. Courses start on various dates within each semester. Fall schedule and registration is available in June; Winter schedule and registration is available in November; and Spring/Summer schedule and registration is available in March.
Course materials and information
Use York University's learning management system to access materials, participate in discussion boards and complete assignments, and attend live classes on Zoom that are held at scheduled dates and times. These instructor-facilitated courses begin and end on set dates and have specific deadlines. Access courses via a laptop or desktop computer with a functional webcam and microphone.
Come prepared with a fully charged laptop for the onsite classes. There are no software requirements for the laptops.
Students must be at least 18 years of age to register in the program.
Career Opportunities
Product management is a growing and in-demand field in Canada, driven by digital transformation and the need for customer-focused innovation. Product managers play a key role in delivering business value, and demand is expected to remain strong as organizations adopt new technologies and improve customer experiences across platforms.
- The average Product Manager salary in Canada is $88,000 (source: Glassdoor)
- There has been a 60% increase in demand for Product Managers over the last 5 years in Canada (source: Burning Glass)
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