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Boost your product marketing skills with our comprehensive market research course. A hands-on journey offering expert insights, practical skills, and real-world application.
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Course
overview 

Market research isn't just a skill - it's the backbone of your strategy and tangible value as a product marketer. This certification will arm you with everything you need to gather indispensable insights that streamline your workflow and inform your most impactful decisions.

You'll delve deep into the what, why, when, and how of market research, learning how to apply practical examples in your setting. What's more, you'll learn the importance of ethics in data collection - a topic often overlooked. We know there aren't enough resources that cover market research from a product marketing perspective. With this course, you can call off the search.

Chapters

  • How to get the most out of the course
  • Resource library
  • An introduction to market research
  • The benefits of market research
  • Domestic vs international markets
  • B2B vs B2C vs B2D markets
  • Module #1 | Key takeaways
  • Exam

Chapters

  • Intro to primary research
  • Exploratory vs specific
  • Pros and cons of primary research
  • Getting participants
  • Intro to secondary research
  • Secondary resources
  • Pros and cons of secondary research
  • Module #2 | Key takeaways
  • Exam
  • Coursework

Chapters

  • Introduction to qualitative research
  • Interviews and focus groups
  • Can we trust what customers say?
  • Ethnographies/observations
  • Segmentation and personas
  • Module #3 | Key takeaways
  • Exam

Chapters

  • Introduction to quantitative research
  • Questionnaires and surveys
  • How to make NPS an essential experience metric in B2B A/B testing
  • A/B testing: your ticket to defining high intent customers with Toast
  • Mixed-methods approach
  • Data analysts
  • Product Marketing Strategies for Analyst Relations with Snowflake
  • Module #4 | Key takeaways
  • Exam
  • Fireside chat: Bożena Pieniazek - Director of Marketing at Maze

Chapters

  • Concerning ethics
  • Protecting participants
  • Module #5 | Key takeaways
  • Exam
  • Coursework

Chapters

  • An intro to CI
  • How to share competitive intelligence findings
  • Win/loss interviews
  • SWOT analysis
  • 19 of the best competitive intel tools for product marketers
  • Module #6 | Key takeaways
  • Exam
  • Coursework
  • Fireside chat: Alex McDonnell - Competitive Intelligence Lead at Airtable

Chapters

  • Communication is key
  • Structuring your presentation
  • Module #7 | Key takeaways
  • Exam
  • Fireside chat: How to share your findings and engage with stakeholders with Silvia Frucci, Senior PMM at Castor

Modules

Modules

Modules

Introduction

Chapters

  • How to get the most out of the course
  • Resource library
  • An introduction to market research
  • The benefits of market research
  • Domestic vs international markets
  • B2B vs B2C vs B2D markets
  • Module #1 | Key takeaways
  • Exam
Primary vs secondary research

Chapters

  • Intro to primary research
  • Exploratory vs specific
  • Pros and cons of primary research
  • Getting participants
  • Intro to secondary research
  • Secondary resources
  • Pros and cons of secondary research
  • Module #2 | Key takeaways
  • Exam
  • Coursework
Qualitative research

Chapters

  • Introduction to qualitative research
  • Interviews and focus groups
  • Can we trust what customers say?
  • Ethnographies/observations
  • Segmentation and personas
  • Module #3 | Key takeaways
  • Exam
Quantitative research

Chapters

  • Introduction to quantitative research
  • Questionnaires and surveys
  • How to make NPS an essential experience metric in B2B A/B testing
  • A/B testing: your ticket to defining high intent customers with Toast
  • Mixed-methods approach
  • Data analysts
  • Product Marketing Strategies for Analyst Relations with Snowflake
  • Module #4 | Key takeaways
  • Exam
  • Fireside chat: Bożena Pieniazek - Director of Marketing at Maze
Ethics

Chapters

  • Concerning ethics
  • Protecting participants
  • Module #5 | Key takeaways
  • Exam
  • Coursework
Competitive intelligence

Chapters

  • An intro to CI
  • How to share competitive intelligence findings
  • Win/loss interviews
  • SWOT analysis
  • 19 of the best competitive intel tools for product marketers
  • Module #6 | Key takeaways
  • Exam
  • Coursework
  • Fireside chat: Alex McDonnell - Competitive Intelligence Lead at Airtable
Presenting your findings

Chapters

  • Communication is key
  • Structuring your presentation
  • Module #7 | Key takeaways
  • Exam
  • Fireside chat: How to share your findings and engage with stakeholders with Silvia Frucci, Senior PMM at Castor

Modules

Modules

Modules

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8
Hours of content
7
Modules
54
Exam questions
9
Templates
3
Coursework tasks

"The course made me realize that, even though 'Discover' is the first step in the PMM framework, we tend to forget about it and focus on everything else. Going through the rich materials and insights this course provided had me rethinking priorities and has put the research back where it belongs, to the foundation of our PMM work."

Igor Kranjcec

Head of Marketing

The Master Research Certification course was great! Holly is a wonderful instructor and her teaching style keeps you engaged from start to finish. This course was everything I needed in strengthening my Market Research strategies and creating a cleaner process. The course provides everything you'll need for understanding your customer and how to best work with internal stakeholders to collect and process the market research. The resource library is jam-packed with ready-to-use templates, guides, and frameworks. Highly recommend.

Crystal Crouch

Product Marketing Consultant

PMA's Market Research Certified course is an excellent foray into the various ways that PMMs can and should be thinking about research in their roles. While the types, methods, and processes are many, research unlocks key insights about customers and the market so must be a skill that PMMs develop in order to become experts of their domains. This course defines each aspect, provides practical templates and guides to support the areas, and gives resource suggestions for ways that PMMs from all company sizes can achieve their research objectives. It's a helpful overview for those new to this function and a valuable refresher even for those with experience.

Minerva Thai

Product Marketing Consultant

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By the end of the course
‍‍you'll be able to...

Master research

Develop a comprehensive understanding of market research principles, applications, and methodologies.

Drive growth

Leverage market research to make informed business decisions that fuel company growth and success.

Implement strategies

Use market research insights to influence product strategy, positioning, and overall marketing efforts.

What's
‍‍included  

01
Content

A robust curriculum covering every aspect of market research, tailor-made for product marketers. Learn from the best and enhance your skills.

02
Coursework

Practical assignments throughout the course to consolidate your learning. Apply theories and concepts directly to real-world scenarios.

03
Exams

54 module-ending exam questions to test your understanding, reinforce knowledge, and help you monitor your progress toward market research mastery.

04
Templates

Get your hands on a set of vetted templates and frameworks, ready for immediate use. Take them back to your organization to streamline your processes and drive results.

05
Insights

Gain hours of bonus insights from leading global brands. Learn how to nail market research from experts at orgs like Snowflake, Toast, and Airtable.

06
Access

24/7 access to all course materials. Study at your own pace, from the comfort of your home, and revisit the content anytime you need.

07
Certification

Earn a certification upon completion to validate your mastery of market research. A tangible testament to your commitment to professional growth.

08
Community

Become part of a vibrant community of fellow learners. Network, collaborate, and share experiences to enrich your learning journey.

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AI-Powered

Get personalized and actionable advice to your toughest product marketing questions, backed by Product Marketing Alliance’s entire knowledge base, using PMM-GPT.

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With every single one of our courses and certifications, you can get your hands on templates, frameworks, and toolkits. All are designed with the cumulative knowledge of our community to help you implement your newfound knowledge the very next day.

Product Marketing Core Framework

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B2B questions master list

B2C questions master list

NPS scale graphic

A/B test graphic

Win/loss interview questions template

Competitor SWOT analysis

Battlecard template

A/B test graphic

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One-off payment and lifetime access to this accredited course.

Lifetime access to all course content

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Tailored learning designed for product marketers, offering industry-specific insights.

Expert guidance from product marketing experts at the top of their game.

Apply market research in real-world settings, driving impactful business decisions.

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Our certifications can be taken in three different ways. Discover each of their unique benefits and learn in a way that suits you.

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19+ hours of ondemand content, with fireside chats, templates & frameworks, coursework & exams.
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Official CPD & CIM accredited certification.
Real-time interaction
Interact with peers and the instructor live with real-time feedback.
Instructor-led
Direct support to guide you through the curriculum from a PMM expert.
Role play
Hands-on activities and tangible exercises.
Networking opportunities
Build your network with PMMs near you and bond over drinks.

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Master PMM: Get to grips with real-life product marketing scenarios.

Drive success: Step confidently into your role with the knowledge and frameworks you need to shine.

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250+ hours of video content

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FAQS

What is the Market Research Certified: Masters course?

Market Research Certified: Masters is your personal guide to becoming a pro at market research, designed especially for product marketers. This course is packed with a robust curriculum that covers all you need to know about market research. It’s self-paced and contains seven modules, 38 chapters, 54 exam questions, and actionable templates. The course is centered around a step-by-step framework to help you tackle everything from the types of research, how to do it, how to analyze it, and even how to handle the ethics of data collection.

Who’s this Market Research Certified course for?

This course is specifically designed for product marketers, including those with the title of:

  • Product Marketing Manager
  • Senior Product Marketing Manager
  • Head of Product Marketing
  • Director of Product Marketing
  • VP of Product Marketing

But it’s also for anyone who’s ready to take their market research skills to the next level.

How does Market Research Certified: Masters work?

The course is completely on-demand, so you can take it at your own pace. You’ll work through the modules chronologically, participate in activities, and complete mandatory exam questions at the end of each module to consolidate your knowledge. If you pass all the exams, you’ll officially be Market Research Certified!

How long will the Market Research Certified: Masters take to complete?

You can take however long you need to work through the materials, it’s completely flexible. The course consists of 8+ hours of on-demand content, including activities and exams.

How long will I have access to the course content?

For life! A one-off payment gives you unlimited to all the course’s content.

How much does the Market Research Certified course cost?

$500. With this investment, you'll have a blueprint for becoming a first-rate market researcher, essential for thriving in a long-term product marketing career. This includes 8+ hours of OnDemand course content, templates to put your theory into action, and coursework to consolidate your learning.

What happens if I don’t pass the course exams?

If you fail the first time around you'll be given the option to retake the exam. If you fail the second attempt, unfortunately, it means you won’t get the certificate. However, all’s not lost – you’ll have still learned lots and you’ll be given access to the course materials for life, so you can brush up on the bits you slipped up on forevermore.

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The PMMC
framework

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The PMMC framework

Discovery

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Build business case

Competitor intel

Customer/market feedback

Market requirements

Why/loss analysis

Review and refine

Market research

The PMMC framework

Strategize

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Pricing

Retention and expansion

Objectives

Internal communication

Go-to-market

Use Sales enablement

Acquisition

Barriers

Onboarding

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Positioning

Segmentation

Narrative design

User personas

Messaging

Buyer personas

Storytelling

Use cases

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Training

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Case studies

Analysis

Optimization

Customer feedback

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framework

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The PMMC framework

Discovery

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Competitor intel

Customer/market feedback

Market requirements

Why/loss analysis

Review and refine

Market research

The PMMC framework

Strategize

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Pricing

Retention and expansion

Objectives

Internal communication

Go-to-market

Use Sales enablement

Acquisition

Barriers

Onboarding

The PMMC framework

Define

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Positioning

Segmentation

Narrative design

User personas

Messaging

Buyer personas

Storytelling

Use cases

The PMMC framework

Get set

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Sales assets

Training

Sales enablement sessions

Marketing

The PMMC framework

Grow

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Case studies

Analysis

Optimization

Customer feedback

Prioritise tickets

The PMMC
framework

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The PMMC framework

Discovery

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Build business case

Competitor intel

Customer/market feedback

Market requirements

Why/loss analysis

Review and refine

Market research

The PMMC framework

Strategize

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Pricing

Retention and expansion

Objectives

Internal communication

Go-to-market

Use Sales enablement

Acquisition

Barriers

Onboarding

The PMMC framework

Define

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Positioning

Segmentation

Narrative design

User personas

Messaging

Buyer personas

Storytelling

Use cases

The PMMC framework

Get set

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Sales assets

Training

Sales enablement sessions

Marketing

The PMMC framework

Grow

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Case studies

Analysis

Optimization

Customer feedback

Prioritise tickets

The PMMC
framework

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The PMMC framework

Discovery

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Build business case

Competitor intel

Customer/market feedback

Market requirements

Why/loss analysis

Review and refine

Market research

The PMMC framework

Strategize

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Pricing

Retention and expansion

Objectives

Internal communication

Go-to-market

Use Sales enablement

Acquisition

Barriers

Onboarding

The PMMC framework

Define

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Positioning

Segmentation

Narrative design

User personas

Messaging

Buyer personas

Storytelling

Use cases

The PMMC framework

Get set

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Sales assets