Specialist Diploma in Digital Product Management & Innovation

The course is a partnership between Temasek Polytechnic (TP) and SMU Academy (SMUA). It enhanced educational offerings to stronger industry ties and innovation in curriculum development. This strategic collaboration will meet the demands of the future economy, preparing graduates who are well-equipped to lead in the rapidly growing digital landscape.

The course comprises two Post-Diploma Certificates in specific domain areas, with a total duration of 240 hours or 16 credit units (CU). PDC1 is offered by SMU and PDC 2 is offered by TP.

The 4 modules in SMU are:

Design Thinking "“ Opportunity Recognition & Ideation Management TGS-2020501678

Design Thinking "“ Innovation Management Tool TGS-2022014037

Business Model & Technology Innovation TGS-2020501676

Effectively Pitch & Get Buy-In for Innovation TGS-2023040404

What You'll Learn

The aim of the Specialist Diploma in Digital Product Management & Innovation is to equip students with the knowledge and skills of product management and innovation through the understanding of the design thinking process and product management frameworks.

It weaves in design thinking and innovation, business strategic thinking, while placing a significant emphasis on digital product management, including the business acumen to oversee the entire digital product lifecycle, from conception to market release.

Minimum Entry Requirement

A Polytechnic Diploma or ITE Technical Diploma / Technical Engineer Diploma / Work-Learn Technical Diploma / Work-Study Diploma or equivalent

OR

A Bachelor's Degree or equivalent

OR

A Post-Secondary Certificate with at least 3 Years of relevant working experience