The expected background for PM candidates varies greatly from company to company. For instance, Amazon tends to prefer candidates with MBAs, while Apple tends to hire more engineering graduates. Google also values engineering masters, although some of their PMs do have MBAs. Facebook, on the other hand, looks for candidates with a programming background and startup experience. Regardless of the specific background, companies often look for technical experience as a way to gauge a candidate's ability to work with engineers, understand the timeframes of engineering work, and handle minor technical tasks independently. If a candidate doesn't have a technical background, it's important for them to find ways to develop and demonstrate these skills.
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