06201107 - Project and product Management

Crédits ECTS	3
Volume horaire total	2E+1
Volume horaire CM	20

Objectifs

This course introduces essential concepts and practices in project and product management. Students will learn how to effectively plan, manage, and evaluate projects and products from conception to execution. Through practical case studies and written reports, the course emphasizes applying theoretical knowledge in real-world scenarios. It encourages student initiative, teamwork, and problem-solving skills.
The course addresses environmental and social responsibility within the context of project and product management, particularly the role of managers in ensuring sustainable business practices. Topics include the impact of projects and products on the environment and the social implications of management decisions.

Estimation of private study (outside of contact hours): 70 hours

DIMENSION OF SOCIAL RESPONSIBILITY

Give every team-member an opportunity to contribute directly to a project; share success with all team-members;

TARGETED KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS

Project Planning and Execution: Understanding how to structure and manage complex projects, ensuring timely delivery within budget.
Product Development: Learning how to bring a product from an idea to market, considering customer needs, design, and production processes.
Risk Management and Estimation: Identifying and mitigating risks in project and product lifecycles.
Effective Team Work: Developing skills to lead diverse teams, foster collaboration, and handle conflicts.
Sustainability: Incorporating environmental and social considerations into management decisions.

Contenu

COURSE OUTLINE

Project management
Product management
Articulation between the two

Students will learn how to effectively plan, manage, and evaluate projects and products from conception to execution. Through practical case studies and written reports, the course emphasizes applying theoretical knowledge in real-world scenarios. It encourages student initiative, teamwork, and problem-solving skills.
The course addresses environmental and social responsibility within the context of project and product management, particularly the role of managers in ensuring sustainable business practices. Topics include the impact of projects and products on the environment and the social implications of management decisions.

Bibliographie

PRESCRIBED TEXTS AND PUBLICATIONS

1. Le nagard, Marketing de l’innovation, Dunod 2015
2. Collin, piloter votre projet, Ellipse, 2024

RECOMMENDED TEXTS AND PUBLICATIONS

1. Armstrong and Kotler, Principles of marketing, Pearson 2023

Contrôles des connaissances

Individual grade
Case study and Essay, 3h

Other grade(s)
Grading during class
Group works

Weight: 5/5

Informations complémentaires

TEACHING METHODS

Lectures and Case Studies:

Introduction to Project and Product Management
Project Lifecycle: From Initiation to Closure
Agile and Waterfall Methodologies
Product Development and Innovation
Risk and Quality Management
Stakeholder Engagement and Communication Strategies

Group Discussions and Presentations:

Managing Sustainable Projects
Impact of Digital Transformation on Product Management
Risk Management in a Globalized World
Leadership in High-Performing Project Teams

Teaching Methods

Lectures, case studies, group discussions, and presentations
Use of multimedia (videos, articles, and case studies) available on the Moodle platform for enhanced learning
Prerequisites in Terms of Knowledge and Skills
Basic knowledge of business management and organizational processes is recommended.