Online Class: Product Management 101
no certificate
with CEU Certificate*
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14Lessons
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16Exams &
Assignments -
9Hours
average time -
0.9CEUs
Course Description
Mastering Product Management: Steering Your Product's Journey from Vision to Reality
Step inside the dynamic realm of product management, where the magic of innovation meets the practicality of execution. Dive deep into the art and science of curating products that resonate, products that aren't just goods but solutions, addressing genuine needs, at just the perfect moment. For every product genius behind revolutionary offerings, there's an unsung hero – the product manager.
Picture the role of a product manager as that of an orchestra conductor. Just as a conductor must bring together various instruments to create harmony, the product manager seamlessly weaves the aspirations of customers, the pulse of the business, and the prowess of technology into a symphony of successful products. From behemoths like Apple to burgeoning startups, a product manager's touch transforms a mere idea into a tangible masterpiece.
Take, for instance, the legends at Apple, Inc., a company awash with iconic products like the iPhone, iTunes, and Apple TV. Orchestrating the journey of each of these products is a visionary product manager, navigating its lifecycle from nebulous inception to triumphant release. It's no surprise that giants like Steve Jobs commenced their careers as product managers. For the role doesn't just cultivate products; it cultivates leaders, visionaries who often ascend to the highest echelons of corporate leadership.
Let's embark on a hypothetical journey with Company ABC, a tech titan crafting cutting-edge software for the service sector. Envision their collaboration with XYZ Hotels, a prestigious hotel chain. Their shared goal? Crafting an unparalleled software solution, streamlining hotel management. At the helm of this endeavor is the product manager, charting the product's voyage from ideation to culmination.
But the world of product management isn't monolithic. It's a mosaic of methodologies and approaches. Our course dives deep into the Agile framework, spotlighting Scrum - the crown jewel of software development. Imagine a tight-knit team, a microcosm of talent, iterating their way through 1-2 week 'Sprints,' each culminating in a refined product iteration, inching closer to perfection.
Unpack the multi-faceted role of a product manager, explore the intricacies of software product evolution, and immerse yourself in Agile and Scrum dynamics. Plus, glean insights into the ethos of product management at tech titans like Google, Microsoft, and Apple.
Join us, and don't just learn product management – embody it. Become the catalyst driving products from the realms of imagination to the hands of eager consumers.
- Completely Online
- Self-Paced
- Printable Lessons
- Full HD Video
- 6 Months to Complete
- 24/7 Availability
- Start Anytime
- PC & Mac Compatible
- Android & iOS Friendly
- Accredited CEUs
Course Lessons
Lesson 1: Introduction to Agile Methodology and Product Management
- Lesson 1 Video
- Lesson discussions: Reasons for Taking this Course
- Complete Assignment: Motives for Taking this Course
- Assessment: Exam 1
Lesson 2: The Product Manager Role
- Lesson 2 Video
- Lesson discussions: Are you a product manager?
- Assessment: Exam 2
Lesson 3: The Scrum Team and ScrumMaster
- Lesson 3 Video
- Lesson discussions: ScrumMaster Background
- Assessment: Exam 3
Lesson 4: Collaborating in the Sprint Meetings
- Lesson 4 Video
- Lesson discussions: Sprint Meetings Knowledge
- Assessment: Exam 4
Lesson 5: Common Mistakes of a Product Manager
- Lesson 5 Video
- Assessment: Exam 5
Lesson 6: The Product Vision
- Lesson 6 Video
- Assessment: Exam 6
Lesson 7: Techniques for Creating the Vision
- Lesson 7 Video
- Assessment: Exam 7
Lesson 8: Product Backlogs
- Lesson 8 Video
- Assessment: Exam 8
Lesson 9: Estimating in Scrum and Managing Quality
- Lesson 9 Video
- Assessment: Exam 9
Lesson 10: Planning the Release
- Lesson 10 Video
- Assessment: Exam 10
Lesson 11: The Product Vision and the Minimally Marketed Product
- Lesson 11 Video
- Assessment: Exam 11
Lesson 12: Sprint Meetings: Daily Planning and Review
- Lesson 12 Video
- Assessment: Exam 12
Lesson 13: How the PM Role Varies By Company
- Lesson 13 Video
- Assessment: Exam 13
Lesson 14: Want to Be a Product Manager?
- Lesson 14 Video
- Lesson discussions: Let us know what you thought of this course...; Course Comments; Program Evaluation Follow-up Survey (End of Course)
- Assessment: Exam 14
- Assessment: Final Exam
Learning Outcomes
- Define Agile Methodology and Product Management.
- Define the role of the product manager.
- Define the Scrum Team and ScrumMaster.
- Describe collaborating in the sprint meetings.
- Summarize common mistakes of a product manager.
- Define the product vision.
- Summarize techniques for creating the vision.
- Describe product backlogs.
- Summarize estimating techniques in Scrum and Managing Quality.
- Describe the processing involved in planning the release.
- Describe sprint meetings.
- Describe how the PM role varies by company.
- Demonstrate mastery of lesson content at levels of 70% or higher.
Additional Course Information
- Document Your Lifelong Learning Achievements
- Earn an Official Certificate Documenting Course Hours and CEUs
- Verify Your Certificate with a Unique Serial Number Online
- View and Share Your Certificate Online or Download/Print as PDF
- Display Your Certificate on Your Resume and Promote Your Achievements Using Social Media
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Student Testimonials
- "The course is very helpful in understanding the product management process and agile. It really breaks down each role and responsibility." -- Junice S.
- "I thought it was a great introduction to product management." -- Benny W.
- "Overall Very helpful course. I am not in this field of work but was interested to learn about it." -- Terry B.
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