Product Management (Synchronous) Course

Course Description & Learning Outcomes

COURSE DESCRIPTION

Who is this course for :

This course is designed to introduce individuals to the fundamentals of product management and key frameworks widely used in the industry.

It is ideal for:

• Aspiring product managers trying to break into the Info-Comm Tech (ICT) industry.

• Individuals seeking to enhance their skills and portfolios in Product Management.

• Working professionals looking to transition into product-related roles in the ICT industry.

• Individuals under the Career Conversion Programme for Tech Professionals – Product Manager.

Participants should be prepared to dedicate one day to complete the course curriculum.

What you can expect :

In this course, you will gain in-depth practical knowledge in product management, acquiring technical skills that can be applied effectively across your field of work.

Examples of topics covered include:

• Essential product management skills and frameworks.

• Agile mindset & SCRUM basics.

• Modern web & mobile technology stacks.

• Managing change: systems, processes & operations.

What you will need :

For this course, you will primarily communicate with course instructors and group members through online meetings. You are also expected to download specific online software necessary for your coursework. You will need:

• A working computer with internet access and a microphone.

• Availability in your schedule to actively participate in lessons and meetings.

• Any paid software required for the course will be provided and covered.

COURSE OUTLINE

Product Management Fundamentals

Our curriculum first introduces you to product management, building up your foundational knowledge in building products and teams for success.

Learn how to define the requirements of a particular product, including the product’s purpose, features, and functionality. Practice key skills such as stakeholder communication and facilitating prioritisation sessions.

Graduate Competency

Key assessments will be conducted at the end of the course to ensure that all participants have achieved the required competency level.

Those who pass receive a WSQ Statement of Attainment (SOA) issued by SkillsFuture Singapore (SSG).

LEARNING OUTCOME

By the end of this course, you will be able to:

• Describe competitor, consumer, and technology trends in relation to the product.

• Manage the lifecycle of a product and tracking of consumer response.

• Apply the set of direction and guidelines to develop a product requirement document.

• Analyse trends in product performance to propose improvements to the product.

• Facilitate the transition of product.

• Implement usability tests on software updates or modifications to evaluate effectiveness.

• Develop sales and marketing activities aligned with product strategy

COURSE DETAILS

Mode of Delivery

All lessons are conducted online in a structured yet pragmatic manner as course delivery is blended with lectures, case studies and individual assessments.

Duration

Total: 43.5 hour;

• 40 hours of synchronous e-learning, conducted over a duration of 2 weeks, an

• 3.5 hours of assessment which includes 0.5 hours of oral questioning and 3 hours of written assessment with case study provided by CuriousCore.

Course completion requirement

Learners who fulfil all requirements and complete the course with at least 75% attendance and demonstrate competency during assessment will receive the WSQ Statement of Attainment (SOA) issued by SkillsFuture Singapore (SSG)