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PDMA-NZ Body of Knowledge Training


This winter, PDMA-NZ is thrilled to offer the Body of Knowledge Professional Development Training.

Elevate your product development and management expertise with this immersive program designed to help professionals, innovators, and students gain a comprehensive understanding of new product development and product management. Through a series of interactive sessions, you'll master fundamental principles of product development and management that apply across a wide range of industries and organizations.

Training Sessions Preview:

  1. Strategy: Learn the fundamentals of creating and implementing effective product strategies. Develop the skills to align your product strategy with your business goals.

  2. Portfolio Management: Understand how to manage a portfolio of products to maximize value and minimize risk. Learn to balance resources and prioritize projects effectively.

  3. Product Innovation Process: Dive into the stages of developing innovative products from ideation to launch. Explore methods to foster creativity and streamline product development.

  4. Product Design and Development Tools: Explore the essential tools and methodologies for successful product design and development. Gain a deeper understanding of key tools and methodologies such as design thinking and agile.

  5. Market Research: Gain insights into conducting market research to understand customer needs and market trends. Learn to leverage data to make informed product decisions.

  6. Culture, Teams, and Leadership: Discover how to build a strong product development culture and lead high-performing teams. Understand the dynamics of team collaboration and effective leadership.

  7. Product Innovation Management: Learn how to manage innovation within your organization to sustain competitive advantage. Implement frameworks to continuously improve and innovate.

  8. Celebration Session: Review key learnings, share experiences, and celebrate the completion of the training.

Who Should Attend?

Professionals from a diverse range of industries and organizational backgrounds will find this training to be a game-changer. Whether you're in product development, services, or any other sector, this program equips you with a solid foundation for continuous growth and success. Plus, attendees who participate in at least 5 out of the 7 sessions will earn a prestigious certificate of completion, highlighting their commitment to excellence and professional development.

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