CSC300 Product Management & Entrepreneurship

[1–0, 1 cr.]

This course introduces Computer Science students to the fundamentals of product management and technology entrepreneurship. Students explore how computing-based products are conceived, validated, developed, and launched, with emphasis on user needs, value proposition design, and market fit. Topics include problem identification, requirements prioritization, minimum viable product (MVP) development, product road mapping, and entrepreneurial thinking. Through case studies, applied exercises, and team-based activities, students develop practical insight into translating technical solutions into viable products, with attention to feasibility, impact, and ethical responsibility. The course provides foundational product and entrepreneurial literacy that complements technical coursework and supports innovation-driven careers in industry and startups.

Prerequisite: CSC245.