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Executive Post Graduate Certification in Product Design and Management (Manufacturing Industry)

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  • Product Design and Management Course by eminent IIM faculty and industry experts
  • Gain proficiency in Product Lifecycle Management with key concepts, stages and roles
  • Master market research, design requirements, CAD, prototyping and quality assessment
  • Get the Product Design and Management certification from IIM Sirmaur and Intellipaat
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9 Months of Live Classes
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Executive Post Graduate Certification from IIM Sirmaur
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2 Days of Campus immersion at IIM Sirmaur
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Course Overview

What are the key objectives of this Product Design and Management course?

  • Bridging the gap between product ideation and validation by researching customer needs
  • Creating innovative product concepts that align with market demand and business objectives
  • Developing product prototype to test novel product concepts and to get customer feedback
  • Building appealing, intuitive and user-friendly products using the principle of design thinking
  • Optimizing product features and functionality based on user testing and latest market trends
  • Introducing products through marketing launch plans and effective go-to-market strategies
  • Managing the entire product lifecycle across different stages for growth and sustainability
  • Course 1: Introducing product design and management with key roles and responsibilities
  • Course 2: Market research, customer needs, converting the data into design requirements
  • Course 3: Concept design, prototyping, top CAD tools, design validation through testing
  • Course 4: Material selection, manufacturing process, design optimization, cost reduction
  • Course 5: Product development methodologies like Stage-Gate, Agile, Lean and Six Sigma
  • Course 6: Product cost estimation, pricing strategies and techno-commercial management
  • Course 7: Supplier evaluation, management, contract agreement and supplier negotiation
  • Course 8: Product launch and lifecycle strategies, product review, continuous improvement
  • Course 9: Product quality assessment, risk management, failure mode and effects analysis
  • Course 10: Safety adherence, manufacturing regulatory compliance and industry standards
  • Course 11: Emerging technologies in manufacturing, sustainability and green product design

This Product Design and Management certification course includes an intensive capstone project. This capstone project tests your end-to-end product design and management skills. You will work on a product from ideation to launch using all the skills learned in the Product Design and Management training program.

  • Understanding market needs, identifying gaps, and coming up with innovative products
  • Analyzing market trends, studying competitors, and gathering top product user feedback
  • Building product sketches and prototypes to visualize and refine features and functionality
  • Translating customer needs into design requirements while balancing cost and quality
  • Working with CAD tools for manufacturing: SolidWorks, AutoCAD, CATIA and 3D modeling
  • Mastering rapid prototyping techniques like 3D printing and CNC machining to build replicas
  • Deploying product development methodologies like agile, Six Sigma, Lean and Stage-Gate
  • Be able to bring your ideas to life, designing products that can make a real impact
  • Stay at the forefront of innovative tech and create solutions for real-world issues
  • Skilled product designers and developers are in demand cutting across industries
  • Over 14,000 top product design and management jobs available in India – Indeed
  • ₹6.5 lakhs per annum is the average salary of a product design engineer in India
  • From tech giants to startups, there are vast opportunities to grow in your career
  • Gain a wide range of skills, from technical expertise to project management skills
  • The domain offers attractive salary packages and opportunities for advancement
  • The demand for product designers and developers will grow in the coming years
  • Companies like Google, Apple, Microsoft and Tesla need skilled product designers

Upon completion of this Product Design and Management course your skills will be in high demand. Top product-based companies like Apple, Google, Microsoft, Amazon, Adobe, Spotify, Nike, Samsung and Tesla are going on a hiring overdrive to recruit the best product design and management engineers. According to AmbitionBox, the average salaries for skilled product designers in India at the entry-level is ₹4-6 LPA, at the mid-level is ₹6-10 LPA and at the senior-level is ₹10-20 LPA.

Here’s a list of the top product design and management job roles and the average salaries in India:

Company Job Role Average Yearly Salary
Google Product Manager ₹20,00,000 – ₹30,00,000
Microsoft UX Designer ₹15,00,000 – ₹25,00,000
Amazon UI Designer ₹12,00,000 – ₹20,00,000
Apple Product Developer ₹15,00,000 – ₹22,00,000
Adobe QA Tester ₹8,00,000 – ₹15,00,000
Samsung Business Analyst ₹10,00,000 – ₹18,00,000
Tesla Product Designer ₹14,00,000 – ₹22,00,000
IBM Product Analyst ₹12,00,000 – ₹20,00,000
Spotify Product Marketing Manager ₹18,00,000 – ₹28,00,000
Nike Industrial Designer ₹14,00,000 – ₹25,00,000

Our Product Design and Management certification course has been designed with extensive inputs from industry leaders and academic scholars. We help you master one of the most trending domains in the industrial product design and management domain. You will work on real-world product design and management projects to get hands-on experience. As part of our Product Design and Management training, you will gain all the skills needed to convert innovative design ideas into perfect finished products.

Product Manager

Works on product development process from ideation to launch, ensuring it meets market needs.

Product Engineer

Works on the technical aspects of the product, ensuring the product is built to specifications.

 

Interaction Designer

Focuses on the interactive elements of a product, ensuring smooth, engaging interactions.

 

Product Marketing Manager

Develops and implements marketing strategies to promote the product and drive sales.

 

User Experience (UX) Designer

Focuses on creating intuitive and user-friendly interfaces, enhancing user satisfaction.

 

Information Architect

Organizes and structures information within a product, ensuring it is easily accessible.

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Product Design and Management – Job Roles

Prototyping Engineer

Specialize in building prototypes based on initial product designs. Test prototypes for form, fit, function, and safety to provide valuable insights for design improvement.

Product Design and Development Manager

Involved in designing products from an engineering perspective, with an emphasis on functionality, performance, and manufacturability. Work with suppliers and ensure they meet cost, quality, and performance standards.

Product Owner

Product owners are responsible for maximizing a product’s value by providing insights on how it can be improved.

Product Manager

They manage the entire product development lifecycle, create a product strategy and roadmap, and work with cross-functional teams, such as marketing and business analysts.

Technical Product Manager

They manage the technical aspects of a product. They mainly work with engineering teams and have a strong technical background.

Product Marketing Manager

They develop strategies for positioning the product, launching it, and generating market demand. They also conduct customer research and provide insights into the product.

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Skills Covered Under this Product Design and Management Course

Product Development

Design Thinking

Project Management

Market Research

Product Planning

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Course Fees

Online Classroom Preferred

  • Everything in Self-Paced Learning, plus
  • 9 Months of Live Classes of Instructor-led Training
  • One to one doubt resolution sessions
  • Attend as many batches as you want for Lifetime
  • Job Assistance
Weekend (Sat-Sun)

07 Dec 2024 08:00 PM - 11:00 PM
Weekend (Sat-Sun)

14 Dec 2024 08:00 PM - 11:00 PM
Weekend (Sat-Sun)

21 Dec 2024 08:00 PM - 11:00 PM
Weekend (Sat-Sun)

28 Dec 2024 08:00 PM - 11:00 PM
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Curriculum

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Prerequisite Sessions

  • Power BI Basics
  • DAX
  • Data Visualization with Analytics
  • Hands-on Exercise:

Overview of Product Design & Management

  • Definitions and key concepts
  • Importance of design and development in manufacturing
  • Current trends in the manufacturing industry

Product Lifecycle Management (PLM)

  • Stages of the product lifecycle
  • Importance of PLM in manufacturing
  • PLM software tools (e.g., Siemens Teamcenter, PTC Windchill)

Key Roles and Responsibilities

  • Cross-functional teams in manufacturing (engineers, designers, managers)
  • Product design manager’s role in the manufacturing process

Market Research Techniques

  • Competitor analysis
  • Understanding customer needs for industrial products
  • Case studies: Successful products in manufacturing

Translating Customer Needs into Design Requirements

  • Quality Function Deployment (QFD)
  • Voice of the Customer (VOC)
  • Balancing cost, quality, and functionality

Ideation and Conceptual Design

  • Brainstorming techniques (SCAMPER, mind mapping)
  • Creating product concepts
  • Sketching and initial design layouts

CAD Tools for Manufacturing

  • Introduction to CAD tools (SolidWorks, AutoCAD, CATIA)
  • 3D modeling for industrial products

Prototyping and Testing

  • Rapid prototyping techniques (3D printing, CNC machining)
  • Creating functional prototypes
  • Design validation through physical testing

Materials in Product Design

  • Material properties and their impact on design
  • Metals, plastics, and composites in manufacturing
  • Sustainability in materials selection

Manufacturing Processes

  • Overview of key processes (molding, casting, machining, etc.)
  • Selecting the appropriate process based on product design
  • Advanced manufacturing techniques (automation, additive manufacturing)

Design for Manufacturability (DFM)

  • Principles of DFM
  • Reducing production costs through design optimization
  • Case studies: Successful DFM in manufacturing

Stage-Gate Process for Manufacturing

  • Key stages in Stage-Gate methodology
  • Application to manufacturing product development

Agile Product Development in Manufacturing

  • Introduction to Agile and Lean principles
  • Agile frameworks in a manufacturing context
  • Challenges of Agile in physical product development

Six Sigma and Lean Product Development

  • Overview of Six Sigma
  • Integrating Lean principles in design and manufacturing

Cost Estimation in Manufacturing

  • Direct vs. indirect costs
  • Bill of materials (BOM) creation
  • Cost optimization techniques

Pricing Strategies for Industrial Products

  • Value-based vs. cost-plus pricing
  • Market factors influencing pricing decisions

Techno-Commercial Management

  • Balancing technical specifications with commercial considerations
  • Negotiation strategies for manufacturing contracts
  • Evaluating the cost-benefit trade-offs in technical solutions

Supplier Selection Criteria

  • Key factors in supplier evaluation (quality, cost, lead time, reliability)
  • Vendor audits and certifications
  • Case studies: Supplier selection in manufacturing projects

Supplier Relationship Management (SRM)

  • Building long-term partnerships with suppliers
  • Supplier performance metrics
  • Handling supply chain risks and disruptions

Techno-Commercial Supplier Evaluation

  • Combining technical and commercial evaluation for supplier contracts
  • Total Cost of Ownership (TCO) in supplier decisions
  • Contract negotiation and supplier agreement management

Product Launch Strategies

  • Planning for a successful product launch
  • Supply chain coordination for manufacturing products
  • Marketing and sales strategies in manufacturing

Sustaining and Managing Product Lifecycle

  • Product updates and redesigns
  • Managing product obsolescence
  • Strategies for product end-of-life

Post-Launch Review and Continuous Improvement

  • Product performance analysis
  • Iterating based on customer feedback and performance data

Design Failure Mode and Effects Analysis (DFMEA)

  • Purpose and structure of DFMEA
  • Identifying potential failure modes during the design phase
  • Risk priority numbers (RPN) and mitigation actions
  • Case studies: DFMEA in manufacturing design

Process Failure Mode and Effects Analysis (PFMEA)

  • Importance of PFMEA in production planning
  • Analyzing failure modes in manufacturing processes
  • Implementing corrective actions to reduce risks
  • PFMEA templates and tools

Production Part Approval Process (PPAP)

  • Understanding PPAP requirements for manufacturing
  • Key elements: Design records, DFMEA, control plans, etc.
  • Role of PPAP in ensuring product quality before mass production

Risk Management in Product Development

  • Identifying and mitigating risks
  • Supplier quality risk management

Regulatory Compliance in Manufacturing

  • ISO standards (ISO 9001, ISO 14001, etc.)
  • Industry-specific safety standards
  • Legal considerations for product design

Risk Management in Product Development

  • Identifying and mitigating risks
  • Failure Mode and Effects Analysis (FMEA)

Industry 4.0 and Smart Manufacturing

  • IoT, AI, and data analytics in manufacturing
  • How smart factories impact product design

Sustainability and Green Product Design

  • Circular economy in manufacturing
  • Designing for recyclability and reduced environmental impact

End-to-End Product Development

  • Teams work on developing a complete product
  • Applying all key concepts learned during the course
  • Presenting final designs and development plans
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Projects

Projects will be a part of your Executive Post Graduate Certification in Product Design and Management to solidify your learning. This will ensure real-world experience in domain of Product Design and Management in manufacturing industry.

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About Indian Institute of Management, Sirmaur

Indian Institute of Management Sirmaur, one of India’s premier management institutes, is an autonomous public business school located in Sirmaur, Himachal Pradesh. The institute, set up by the Government of India, is one of the twenty-one Indian Institutes of Management

Key Achievement of IIM Sirmaur:

  • Indian Institute Of Management–Sirmaur (IIM–Sirmaur) founded in September 2015
  • It is ranked 57th position – IIM Rankings (NIRF MBA 2024)

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Product Design and Management in simple terms?

Simply put, product design and management is the process of creating a new product from an idea to something you can actually use. It involves imagining the product, figuring out how it should look and work, building prototypes, and refining it based on feedback until it’s ready for the market. It’s a blend of creativity and technical skills to make sure the product is useful, attractive, and can be produced efficiently. Think of it as turning an idea in your head into something real that people can use and benefit from.

Product Design Engineers bridge the gap between conceptual ideas and practical products. Their role involves designing, prototyping, and refining products to ensure they meet user needs and are manufacturable. They work closely with designers, engineers, and marketers to bring innovative products to market. They focus on functionality, aesthetics, and usability. It’s a dynamic role that blends creativity with technical expertise.

Product design and management bring significant benefits to businesses, including increased revenue and market differentiation through innovative products. They improve cost efficiency and customer satisfaction by creating user-centred designs and fostering brand loyalty. Additionally, efficient production processes reduce waste, and well-designed products are adaptable and scalable, ensuring long-term market relevance. This strategic investment enhances competitive advantage, boosts employee engagement, and contributes to a stronger market position.

You should have a curiosity and desire to learn product design and management for a fulfilling career. We do not assume any prior knowledge when you enrol for our Product Design and Management online course. Thus, even freshers can join our Product Design and Management online course.

All those looking to build an exciting career in the domain of Product Design and Management should enrol for this course. Beginners looking to start their careers in Product Management can benefit from our course too. Experienced professionals like digital marketers, product managers, software developers, UI/UX designers, business analysts can also enrol for our Product Design and Management online course. Professionals already working in the Product Management domain can upskill with our Product Design and Management online course.

Upon completing the course, candidates can apply for executive alumni status directly from IIM Sirmaur.

There will be a 2 Days of Campus immersion at IIM Sirmaur for which you will have to Pay INR 4,000 Directly to IIM Sirmaur.

Enrolling in our Product Design and Management online course is a fantastic move to unlock creativity, innovation, and lucrative career opportunities. You will gain skills to turn ideas into real products that can solve problems and improve lives. Our Product Design and Management course provides a mix of design, engineering, and market research knowledge, making you a versatile professional. It opens doors to exciting roles in top companies, with competitive salaries and generous opportunities for growth. Plus, the satisfaction of seeing your designs come to life is unmatched.

At Intellipaat, our Product Design and Management course instructors undergo a rigorous selection process. We want our learners to get the right balance of industry expertise and academic knowledge. That way you will have a holistic learning experience that reflects the actual Product Management work done in the real world. All our trainers are highly qualified professionals and industry veterans.

The Intellipaat Product Design and Management certification is well-recognized in the industry. Thanks to the value our certification adds to organizations, our alumni are already working in top MNCs. This Intellipaat certification is your passport to a lucrative career in the Product Management domain. It is proof that you have worked on real-world product design projects and developed actual products that are in accordance with strict industry standards.

Intellipaat offers 24/7 query resolution, and you can raise a ticket with the dedicated support team. You can avail the email support for all your queries. We can also arrange a one-on-one session with our support team If your query does not get resolved through email. However, 1:1 session support is available up to 6 months from the start date of this Product Design and Management training course.

You can avail our job assistance facility upon completion of the Product Design and Management course. After submission of the project work you have to pass our Placement Readiness Test (PRT). Next, you will be moved to our placement pool. We will assist you in applying for Product Design and Management job roles in companies based on your requirements and skills. We will also help you update your resume adding to it the new Product Design and Management skills that you just acquired.

No, we don’t guarantee you a job. But we provide all the assistance needed for you to land your dream job in the Product Design and Management domain. Although, the ultimate result is based on your intrinsic Product Design and Management skills and how you perform in the interview. We do facilitate Product Design and Management interview opportunities for you in top companies. That way you can find a well-paying Product Design and Management job that matches your profile. Last but not least, we do everything to help well-deserving candidates to get placed in the most relevant companies around the world.

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