b rning heroes Africa
PM contest
Product usability
social impact
market fit
innovations
case challenge
Product design
ABOUT
Burning Heroes PM Contest is a worldwide case-solving contest for ambitious product managers of any domain. We strive to connect talented product managers with fast-growing tech companies.
We know how time-consuming and hard it is to prove your expertise and find a perfect match. That is why we want to help you by showcasing your skills and professional potential.
Apply now to get the chance to be noticed and join our Burning Heroes community!
Your benefits:
- Challenge your skills on a real case and get professional feedback
- Be publicly featured and recognized as a talented product manager
- Get a chance to be hired by or collaborate with an international company
- Win an outstanding award for your portfolio
Categories of cases
Market Fit
Fintech innovation
Product Design
New Solar Product-Line
Gumi & Company
Innovation
Disruption of Help Desk business
Jury
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SEP 28 - OCT 19, 2023
Apply for the contest as a product manager. Tell us about your current role, background, and motivation.
oct 21 - oct 28, 2023
Get a case, look into it carefully, and start solving it. Once you’re done, make a deck with your solutions/outputs and submit it.
oct 29 - nov 10, 2023
We carefully study your decks to check if they meet the format requirements. Top participants with best solutions and decks get shortlisted for a live pitch session.
Nov 18, 2023
Live presentations in front of the jury and companies. Each company case will hold a separate session.
NOV 19, 2023
The announcement of the TOP 3 solutions for each case in the following categories: Product Design, MarketFit and Innovation.
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FAQ
Which countries are allowed to participate in the PM Contest?
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This contest is for applicants of African and Middle East descent. You can also apply to participate if you work and/or reside in Africa and the Middle East.
Where does the case-solving phase happen?
It happens completely remotely and independently. After you receive a case, you will have about 12 days to solve it, prepare a slide deck and submit it.
Can I join and solve more than one case?
While there are no limits and you can choose as many cases as you like, we encourage all participant to fulfill their potential by focusing on one case
Do I have to pay any fees to participate in this contest?
No, participation in the PM Contest is free! We do not take any additional financial contributions from participants.
What will participation in this contest give me?
Well, you can showcase yourself as a talented product manager, get recognition for your portfolio, and receive valuable feedback from top professionals with possibilities of implementing your solutions with partnering Organizations. The case-solving experience itself is great too. So no risks, only benefits.
Can I still participate if I'm not actually a product manager?
Of course! The PM Contest aims to challenge product management skills and expertise, not a specific role or position.
Will there be certificates, diplomas, or marks for participants and winners?
In addition to the experience, each finalist will receive a unique certificate confirming that they have successfully taken part in Burning Heroes PM Contest.