Who We Are
ISPMA is an open association of experts, researchers and industrial practitioners fostering software product management excellence across industries.
Our Training Curriculum
SPM – The Foundation
This training module provides a full review of product management for software products and equips SPM professionals with the knowledge needed to perform their job efficiently and effectively.
SPM for Startups
This training module addresses the specific needs of software startup founders and software product managers working in startups or new product units in mature companies run in a startup mode.
SPM Excellence
SPM Excellence training modules advance the understanding of SPM to allow practitioners to bring software product management practices and processes in their organizations to a brand new level.
Spotlight: Our Fellows
ISPMA Fellows are recognized experts in software product management, shaping the future of SPM profession through their work in the industry or rigorous academic research.
Resources
We monitor the trends shaping the future of software product management to provide you with essential resources.>
Body of Knowledge
ISPMA Body of Knowledge is an evolving collection of knowledge and best practices of software product management. It is built upon a reference architecture framework, a curriculum, and a glossary.
Webinars
With a series of short and pragmatic webinars with leading SPM experts, we explore the challenges software product managers face nowadays and discuss ways of overcoming them.
Bibliography
The bibliography forms a vital aspect of the SPM Body of Knowledge and encompasses a diverse range of literature related to SPM. The bibliography is continuously updated to align with the ever-evolving SPM domain.
Latest blog posts
18.01.2024
ICSOB 2023 Best Paper: Understanding User Feedback in Software Ecosystems
ISPMA has proudly sponsored the Best Paper Award at 14th International Conference on Software Business, held in Lahti, Finland during 27-29 November 2023. This year’s winner is the exceptional work titled “Understanding User Feedback in Software Ecosystems: A Study on Challenges and Mitigation Strategies” by Bachan Ghimire and Ze Shi Li, and Daniela Damian.
01.11.2023
The Book on Software Product Management for Startups
Hans-Bernd Kittlaus and Haragopal Mangipudi have co-authored a new ISPMA-Compliant Study Guide and Handbook on Software Product Management for Startups
Upcoming Events
With a broad range of events, ISPMA provides unique opportunities to communicate, learn, network, and grow professionally.
This ISPMA-certified course is designed to foster innovation and growth within company incubators, helping you develop and scale new ventures effectively. This training is geared for professionals in Innovation Labs or New Product Businesses, who are operating with start-up mentality, focusing on agility, creativity, and rapid iteration.
A 3-day seminar + exam
The training is hosted by Gerald Heller and Barbara Hoisl and will be held in German.
The Excellence training courses focus on methods and their practical application, i.e. there is sufficient room for realistic case studies and exercises. Certification is offered for each training.
5 hours per day. Online, 100% live and interactive.
An opportunity to unlock your potential in product management and achieve professional growth. Join our diverse community of learners and gain the skills and knowledge needed to excel in the dynamic field of product management.
This 4-day training for software product managers will give you the tools to perform your job effectively, reduce the inherent stress of the job and help you make your company more successful.
100% live & interactive. 5 hours per day online.