University of Alberta
4 weeks to complete at 10 hours a week
In this Specialization, you will master Agile software management practices to lead a team of developers and interact with clients. You will practice and apply management techniques to realistic scenarios that you will face as a Software Product Manager.
No programming skills are required.
The Specialization covers the following topics: - Introduction to Software Product Management - Software Processes and Agile Practices - Client Needs and Software Requirements - Agile Planning for Software Products - Reviews & Metrics for Software Improvements
The University of Alberta is considered among the world's leading public research- and teaching-intensive universities, known for excellence across the humanities, sciences, creative arts, business, engineering and health sciences. As one of Canada's top universities, they are investing in purpose-built online post-secondary education—rooted in innovative digital pedagogies, world-class faculty, exceptional design, and a championed student experience.
Upon completing the Specialization, you will be prepared to advance your career as a confident software product management professional. You will be comfortable with Agile software development practices, and you'll be able to confidently interact with clients, manage a team of developers, and learn from the insights of others in the software product management community.