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Foundations of Product Management Microcredential Program Announced at Syracuse University

The Office of Professional Acceleration and Microcredentials at the College of Professional Studies announces the microcredential program Foundations of Product Management: Idea to Launch.

Product Management is a rapidly expanding field that emphasizes strategic management of processes, systems and operations that support an organization’s products and services. Foundations of Product Management: Idea to Launch is an 8-week, fully online course will provide a broad foundation in the nature of product management, including the role, steps in the process, analysis of markets, business models and product strategy.

Starting the week of September 25, and targeted for those who want to explore this field, the course will provide knowledge and skills in product road mapping, design, development and execution, launch and marketing, metrics and management tools, growth and leadership, and product ethics and best practices. An expert practitioner, instructor Charu Kothari will bring numerous examples, frameworks and practical experience that will provide participants highly valuable tools to become effective in this field.

Weekly online sessions will focus on discussion, examples, guest speakers and participant questions. Assignments will provide participants an opportunity to apply skills and knowledge in their own areas of specialty, and the feedback from Kothari will help to shape these approaches effectively. 

Learning Outcomes

Upon completion of this course, students will learn:

  • About the role of a Product Manager
  • Product road mapping
  • Product design, development, execution and launch
  • Product marketing, metrics and management tools
  • Ethics, leadership and best practices

Dates/Times

Program opens September 25; Weekly live online sessions are Thursdays from 8:00 p.m. to 9:30 p.m. from September 28 through November 16. Online materials provided will allow participants to proceed at their own pace each week between live sessions. Optional office hours will also be available.

Program Fee

Limited time only introductory price of $995.00 – a savings of $500 off the regular price of $1495.00.

Verified Syracuse University alumni are eligible for a 15% discount.

Instructor Bio

Charu Kothari has most recently worked as the Senior Product Manager – Tech for Amazon in their San Francisco, California office, where her responsibilities included artificial intelligence and machine learning products. She is a highly accomplished product manager with over 11 years of experience in leading product development and product management teams to drive successful launches of innovative products; developing strategies to maximize product performance, customer satisfaction, and market penetration; and leveraging machine learning technologies to develop and deploy products. Prior to her work with Amazon, Charu served as a product manager for both EY and PWC, an Assistant Vice President for Bank of America, and some additional years as a Software Engineer with Accenture in India. She earned a M.S. in Information Management from Syracuse University and a Bachelor of Engineering in Computer Science from Pune University in India. She holds a Product Manager Certification from Product School, as well as SAFe Agile Product Manager, SAFe 4 Agilist and Safe 4 DevOps Practitioner certifications. Charu also has a patent pending in virtual try-on technology for outfits.

To learn more about Foundations of Product Management: Idea to Launch, visit supereg.syr.edu. 

CREDENTIAL

At the successful conclusion of this microcredential program, participants will receive a digital badge from Syracuse University, College of Professional Studies, which can be shared on LinkedIn or any digital media, and which will provide complete detail on information learned and competencies gained throughout the program. Participants can also request a paper and/or a digital certificate.

SPONSORING DEPARTMENT CONTACT INFORMATION

If you have any questions regarding this course, please contact the College of Professional Studies Office of Professional Acceleration and Microcredentials at microcredential@syr.edu or 315.443.2588.

 

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School’s Out, but Syracuse University is In For High Schoolers Seeking Unique Summer—And Year-Round—Experiences

Story by Cheryl Abrams

Back in April 1972, the legendary American rock band Alice Cooper struck a chord with young people eagerly awaiting several months of recess. “School’s Out” became an instant hit and anthem for students dreaming of a warm-weather break from teachers, books, exams and grades.

Yet for more than 60 years, school’s been decidedly “in” at Syracuse University through its Summer College program for motivated high school learners from across the globe.

“Access to college is an important part of the mission of the College of Professional Studies,” says Dean Michael Frasciello. “While we are well known for assisting non-traditional students with their higher education goals, the College remains committed to providing a transformational introductory experience to university life, including academics and on-campus living.”

Now that summer is over and the regular school year rhythm has begun, Christopher Cofer, executive director of Pre-College Programs, reflects on 2023 and prepares for the coming months.

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The On-Ramp to Scaling Microcredentials: Advice from the Acceleration Lane

By Arthur Thomas, executive director of the Office of Professional Acceleration and Microcredentials at the College of Professional Studies | Reposted from evolllution.com

Depending where your institution seems to be along the continuum—from offering just a few microcredentials to offering many—there are some things to keep in mind if you want to achieve large scale with these types of offerings. Every institution is different, but there are some common principles that can determine how this sort of transformation will evolve. So, as you turn onto the entrance ramp, destined for a significant offering of microcredentials at scale, let’s review a few approaches that can help you pick up speed.

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Study Abroad Experience Offers HEOP Student New Research Perspectives

Leondra Tyler takes in the lush landscape at Yonsei University in Seoul, South Korea. She pops into the campus café and orders her usual coffee before walking through the forest path that leads to her classes. It’s her first time studying abroad, but she’s adjusted to campus life with ease. On the weekends, she explores South Korea, while weekdays are reserved for studying sociology, psychology, and Korean literature and language.

Tyler, a student of the University’s part-time Arthur O. Eve Higher Education Opportunity Program (HEOP), is the first part-time HEOP student to receive the Our Time Has Come (OTHC) scholarship. Back home, Tyler is a part-time neuroscience and psychology student at Syracuse University, but scholarships like the OTHC scholarship have allowed Tyler to push the limits of post-traditional learning and take part in studying abroad.

“What drew me into the OTHC scholarship program was that I really wanted an academically focused program for Black and brown students. This has given me a great opportunity to connect with Black and brown alumni and hear about their experiences and their post-academic lives,” Tyler says. “Although I just got the scholarship this semester, it’s been really nice knowing that I have a support system, not only at Syracuse but also here at Yonsei.”

A Diverse Learning Experience

Scholarships have not only offered Tyler access to an abundance of networking opportunities, but they have also opened doors that diversify her learning portfolio.

When Tyler wraps up classes for the day, she heads across campus to a PC café, a popular hangout spot for people to eat while they play computer games. While she waits for a game to download, Tyler orders lunch and reviews notes from her class about the history of Korean cinema. For Tyler, studying abroad has allowed her access to an array of engaging academic experiences and even expanded her viewpoint.

“We’re learning Korean history through film,” Tyler says. “I took the course because I wanted to learn more analytic skills, because that can translate into my research. But also, I wanted to learn more about Korea outside of pop culture.”

However, South Korea’s pop culture has also given Tyler a chance to analyze sociology and psychology from a new perspective. As the popularity of K-pop and K-dramas trickles their way into American media, Tyler uses K-pop artists like SHINee and 2PM in the course “Understanding K-pop” to examine global trends and parasocial relationships.

“Studying abroad has given me more opportunities to be creative with different projects,” Tyler says. “Sociology courses I’ve taken in the past have been about Western culture, so it’s been nice to learn about it through the lens of Korean society.”

Embracing Communities and Cultures

From attending K-pop concerts to taking part in traditional Korean practices, Tyler has also learned the value of community and the importance of embracing different cultures. Students from 53 different countries gathered at Yonsei University to participate in the study abroad program, giving Tyler the chance to learn about a myriad of cultures.

“I’m not just experiencing Korean culture but also culture from my friends that I met here that are from Australia, New Zealand, and Germany,” Tyler says.

On the weekends, Tyler and her friends take public transportation across South Korea and learn about the history of the country through its landscape. From visiting the coastal city of Busan to exploring the assortment of districts throughout Seoul, Tyler documents it all on her instant film camera and soaks up the unforgettable moments. While studying on the other side of the world has been a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity, friendship has made Tyler’s study abroad trip an even richer experience.  

“Even though we’re all from different parts of the world, I’m going to stay connected with the people I’ve met here for years to come,” Tyler says. “That’s what makes this experience so special.”

About the College of Professional Studies

The College of Professional Studies is a global, inclusive and future-facing college, providing access to diverse students and learners seeking a Syracuse University degree, credential, certificate or education experience.

About the Arthur O. Eve Higher Education Opportunity Program (HEOP)

The College of Professional Studies at Syracuse University is the home of New York State’s only Higher Education Opportunity Program (HEOP) program for part-time students. The program provides economically and educationally disadvantaged students from New York State with access to Syracuse University through academic support and financial assistance.

By Hope Alvarez