Product Management First Steps

by LinkedIn LearningLinkedIn LearningFreemium

Best for: Complete beginners who want a quick overview of the PM role

Product Management First Steps

About this course

"Product Management First Steps" offers a foundational understanding of product management roles, guided by Doug Winnie, a Technology Education Evangelist. This course is meant to be an introduction to product management focusing on the "what" of product management rather than the "how".

Key topics

  • The role and importance of a product manager in different stages of a product lifecycle
  • Core skills required for product management and how to develop them
  • Techniques for identifying market needs and user personas to inform product strategy
  • Best practices for working with cross-functional teams to build and evolve products
  • Methods for measuring product success and iterating on feedback

Pros

  • Covers product management basics
  • The teacher has a background in teaching, which makes the course engaging
  • Some practical insights can be applied in real-world scenarios
  • Inclusion of industry perspectives to provide a well-rounded view
  • Interactive assignments that reinforce the learning material

Cons

  • Some learners may find the pace of the course too fast
  • Does not cover advanced topics, as it is designed for beginners
  • Limited case studies or real-life examples in certain sections
  • A few reviews mentioned a desire for more interactive tools and resources
  • Some experienced professionals may find the content too basic
  • The instructor doesn't have direct commercial experience as a product manager

Pricing

At $29, while this course is not expensive, its not good value for money either. There are multiple courses (discussed in this list) that are far more comprehensive and are at a similar price point.

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