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Bachelor	TR-NQF-HE: Level 6	QF-EHEA: First Cycle	EQF-LLL: Level 6

Course Introduction and Application Information

Course Code:

JOB106

Course Name:

ARCHITECHT Software Product Management

Semester:

Fall

Course Credits:

ECTS

Language of instruction:

English

Course Condition:

Does the Course Require Work Experience?:

Type of course:

University Elective

Course Level:

Bachelor

TR-NQF-HE:6. Master`s Degree

QF-EHEA:First Cycle

EQF-LLL:6. Master`s Degree

Mode of Delivery:

E-Learning

Course Coordinator:

Araş. Gör. KAZIM TİMUÇİN UTKAN

Course Lecturer(s):

Doç. Dr. ŞEBNEM ÖZDEMİR

Course Assistants:

Course Objective and Content

Course Objectives:

This course aims to equip students with the fundamental concepts and practical tools necessary for successful software product management. The students will develop an understanding of the roles of a product manager and the importance of balancing user needs with business objectives. By engaging in real-life scenarios and case studies, students will apply theories and practices to manage a software product effectively through its life cycle, from ideation to launch and beyond, ensuring alignment with the market needs and company strategy.

Course Content:

1. Introduction to software product management: Definitions, roles, and responsibilities.
2. Product life cycle management: From conception to retirement.
3. Agile and waterfall methodologies in product management.
4. User-centered design and user experience (UX) principles.
5. Metrics and KPIs for product success, data-driven decision-making.

Learning Outcomes

The students who have succeeded in this course;
1) Students will understand the role, challenges, and best practices of software product management.
2) Students will be able to apply the principles of Agile and Waterfall methodologies to product management.
3) Students will learn to integrate user-centered design and UX into product development.
4) Students will understand how to define and use metrics and KPIs to track product performance.
5) Students will develop the skills to make strategic decisions based on qualitative and quantitative data.

Course Flow Plan

Week	Subject	Related Preparation
1)	Course Introduction and Overview of Software Product Management	-
2)	The role of a Product Manager and the Product Management Process	-
3)	Market Research and Identifying Customer Needs	-
4)	Product Strategy – Vision, Goals, and Initiatives	-
5)	Introduction to Agile Product Management	-
6)	Introduction to Waterfall Product Management	-
7)	User-Centered Design and UX Fundamentals in Product Development	-
8)	Midterm Exam	-
9)	Applying User Stories and Personas	-
10)	Prioritization Techniques and Roadmap Planning	-
11)	MVPs, Prototyping, and Validation Techniques	-
12)	Analytics, Metrics, and Data-Driven Product Management	-
13)	Growth Hacking and Product Scaling Strategies	-
14)	Leadership and Communication for Product Managers	-
15)	Ethics and Legal Considerations in Product Management	-
16)	Final Exam	-

Sources

Course Notes / Textbooks:	-
References:	-

Course - Program Learning Outcome Relationship

Course Learning Outcomes	1	2	3	4	5
Program Outcomes
1) Has a theoretical and practical background in biology, chemistry, physics and mathematics, which constitute the basic knowledge in the field of molecular biology and genetics.
2) Can explain biological phenomena and events at molecular level and relate them to other basic sciences and engineering applications.
3) Has the basic laboratory knowledge and skills required by the field.
4) Works in accordance with scientific principles and ethical rules.
5) Uses procedural and mathematical software programs required for the analysis and basic evaluation of biological data at least at the European Computer License Basic Level.
6) Has the knowledge, culture and skills to follow the literature and current methods related to his field.
7) Will be able to identify the main problem in line with the needs in health, agriculture, animal husbandry, environment, industry and similar issues and offer the necessary solutions by using up-to-date technology.
8) Has the knowledge and ability to evaluate biological phenomena and events at the level of systems from an evolutionary point of view.
9) Has the ability to be involved in individual and group work, to prepare and carry out projects on specific topics, and to make written and oral presentations.
10) Uses at least one foreign language in reading, writing and speaking at B1 General Level in terms of European Language Portfolio criteria.
11) Has the ability to identify social and global problems using his / her field knowledge and to be a part of the solution in interdisciplinary cooperation.
12) Respects social, cultural and individual differences, universal values and human rights in his / her scientific and professional activities.

Course - Learning Outcome Relationship

No Effect	1 Lowest	2 Average	3 Highest

	Program Outcomes	Level of Contribution
1)	Has a theoretical and practical background in biology, chemistry, physics and mathematics, which constitute the basic knowledge in the field of molecular biology and genetics.
2)	Can explain biological phenomena and events at molecular level and relate them to other basic sciences and engineering applications.
3)	Has the basic laboratory knowledge and skills required by the field.
4)	Works in accordance with scientific principles and ethical rules.
5)	Uses procedural and mathematical software programs required for the analysis and basic evaluation of biological data at least at the European Computer License Basic Level.
6)	Has the knowledge, culture and skills to follow the literature and current methods related to his field.
7)	Will be able to identify the main problem in line with the needs in health, agriculture, animal husbandry, environment, industry and similar issues and offer the necessary solutions by using up-to-date technology.
8)	Has the knowledge and ability to evaluate biological phenomena and events at the level of systems from an evolutionary point of view.
9)	Has the ability to be involved in individual and group work, to prepare and carry out projects on specific topics, and to make written and oral presentations.
10)	Uses at least one foreign language in reading, writing and speaking at B1 General Level in terms of European Language Portfolio criteria.
11)	Has the ability to identify social and global problems using his / her field knowledge and to be a part of the solution in interdisciplinary cooperation.
12)	Respects social, cultural and individual differences, universal values and human rights in his / her scientific and professional activities.

Assessment & Grading

Semester Requirements	Number of Activities	Level of Contribution
Midterms	1	% 40
Final	1	% 60
total		% 100
PERCENTAGE OF SEMESTER WORK		% 40
PERCENTAGE OF FINAL WORK		% 60
total		% 100

Workload and ECTS Credit Calculation

Activities	Number of Activities	Workload
Course Hours	16	32
Midterms	8	44
Final	8	46
Total Workload		122