Exploration of modern project management integrated with product management principles. Students learn to lead technology initiatives from conception to delivery using Agile and other methods, developing skills in scoping, scheduling, budgeting, risk, and stakeholder communication. Emphasis includes product vision, cross-functional alignment, feature prioritization, and managing AI-driven projects and products.
Athena Title
Project and Product Management
Non-Traditional Format
This course will be taught 95% or more online.
Prerequisite
MIST 7530E and MIST 7570E
Grading System
A - F (Traditional)
Student learning Outcomes
Students will explain core project management concepts, methodologies, and techniques.
Students will analyze challenges unique to software and digital product development.
Students will identify and evaluate communication, coordination, and governance issues related to clients, team dynamics, and typical project issues.
Students will apply project planning, monitoring, and control methods to manage real-world technology initiatives.
Students will explain key Product Management concepts and describe how they complement Project Management practices.
Students will plan and coordinate the development of technology and AI-based products.
Students will evaluate the unique characteristics of AI/ML projects.
Students will assess ethical, governance, and risk-management considerations in AI-driven products.
Topical Outline
Introduction to Project Management
Project Methodologies and Frameworks
Project Initiation and Scope Definition
Planning and Estimation
Challenges in Software and Digital Development
Execution, Monitoring, and Control of Digital Products
Project Governance and Communication
Introduction to Product Management
Strategic Alignment and Product Vision
Feature Prioritization and Decision-Making
Understanding AI/ML Project Characteristics
AI Product Development and Lifecycle
Ethical, Governance, and Risk Considerations
Cross-functional Collaboration - Roles: project manager, product manager, data scientist, developer, business stakeholder
Tools and Technologies for Modern Project/Product Management
