Navigating Technical Product ManagementCornell Course

In this course, you will explore the intricate relationship between the product manager, the product, and the customer. You'll begin by examining the foundational aspects of product management, including the nature of products, the skills required for effective management, and the common causes of product failures. You'll also gain insights into the product management process, learning to differentiate your role as a product manager from the tasks involved in managing products.

Through the course materials and activities, you will engage with the CORE approach and the Analytical Pyramid, essential tools for classifying ideation skills and navigating the product management journey. You'll then delve into the product development process, exploring its cyclical nature and the distinction between managing and executing tasks. You'll practice identifying management-specific responsibilities and discover how to optimize product design using techniques like Kansei engineering.

Finally, you will gain hands-on experience using Python for data manipulation and A/B testing. You'll discover how to measure customer preferences, leverage data to guide marketing strategies, and develop a deeper understanding of customer perspectives. This practical experience will prepare you to manage the product life cycle effectively and drive success in the market.