Skip to main content

Mastering Jobs-to-be-Done; A Practical Guide to Software Development and Innovation

$199.00
When you get access:
Course access is prepared after purchase and delivered via email
How you learn:
Self-paced • Lifetime updates
Your guarantee:
30-day money-back guarantee — no questions asked
Who trusts this:
Trusted by professionals in 160+ countries
Toolkit Included:
Includes a practical, ready-to-use toolkit with implementation templates, worksheets, checklists, and decision-support materials so you can apply what you learn immediately - no additional setup required.
Adding to cart… The item has been added

What does the Jobs-to-be-Done course cover?

Jobs-to-be-Done is covered here in 7 modules: Introduction to Jobs-to-be-Done: Introduction to the JTBD framework, Understanding Customer Needs: Analyzing customer data and feedback, Defining and Prioritizing Jobs: Defining and categorizing jobs and 4 more. The outline lists 28 specific topics, opening with defining Jobs-to-be-Done and its relevance in software development and closing with Case studies: Advanced applications of JTBD principles.

How do you approach Jobs-to-be-Done step by step?

The work is sequenced in 7 stages. It starts with Introduction to Jobs-to-be-Done: Introduction to the JTBD framework, moves through Understanding Customer Needs: Analyzing customer data and feedback and Defining and Prioritizing Jobs: Defining and categorizing jobs, and ends at Advanced JTBD Topics: Using data and analytics to inform JTBD decisions.

What is in Module 1 of the Jobs-to-be-Done course?

Module 1 is Introduction to Jobs-to-be-Done: Introduction to the JTBD framework. It works through defining Jobs-to-be-Done and its relevance in software development, understanding customer needs and jobs, Introduction to the JTBD framework and 1 more. It sets the vocabulary the remaining 6 modules build on.

How is the Jobs-to-be-Done course delivered?

The Jobs-to-be-Done course is fully self-paced with immediate online access after enrolment. Access does not expire and future updates are included at no cost. It can be taken on any device, and a certificate of completion is issued by The Art of Service when you finish.

How much does the Jobs-to-be-Done course cost?

The Jobs-to-be-Done course is $199 as a one time payment. There is no subscription, no per seat licence and no hidden fee. Enrolment carries a 30 day satisfied or refunded guarantee, so it can be assessed in full before you commit.

Closely related courses: Jobs-to-be-Done (JTBD) Framework for Product Development, Software Development in Software Development Dataset, ERP Development Software in Software Development Dataset, Software Development DevOps in Software Development.

More answers: what you get with every course, refund policy, all help answers.

Mastering Jobs-to-be-Done: A Practical Guide to Software Development and Innovation



Course Overview

This comprehensive course is designed to equip participants with a deep understanding of the Jobs-to-be-Done (JTBD) framework, a powerful tool for driving innovation and growth in software development. Through a combination of interactive lessons, hands-on projects, and real-world applications, participants will learn how to apply JTBD principles to create solutions that meet the needs of their customers.



Course Objectives

  • Understand the fundamentals of the Jobs-to-be-Done framework and its application in software development
  • Learn how to identify and prioritize customer needs using JTBD principles
  • Develop effective solutions that meet customer needs and drive business growth
  • Apply JTBD principles to drive innovation and improvement in software development
  • Receive a certificate upon completion, issued by The Art of Service


Course Outline

Module 1. Introduction to Jobs-to-be-Done: Introduction to the JTBD framework

  • Defining Jobs-to-be-Done and its relevance in software development
  • Understanding customer needs and jobs
  • Introduction to the JTBD framework
  • Case studies: Successful applications of JTBD in software development

Module 2. Understanding Customer Needs: Analyzing customer data and feedback

  • Identifying customer needs and pain points
  • Conducting customer interviews and surveys
  • Analyzing customer data and feedback
  • Creating customer personas and jobs statements

Module 3. Defining and Prioritizing Jobs: Defining and categorizing jobs

  • Defining and categorizing jobs
  • Prioritizing jobs based on customer needs and business goals
  • Creating a job map and identifying opportunities for innovation
  • Case studies: Prioritizing jobs in real-world scenarios

Module 4. Developing Solutions: Testing and iterating solutions, Ideation and concept development

  • Ideation and concept development
  • Designing and prototyping solutions
  • Testing and iterating solutions
  • Case studies: Successful solutions developed using JTBD principles

Module 5. Driving Innovation and Growth: Measuring the impact of JTBD on business growth

  • Applying JTBD principles to drive innovation and improvement
  • Measuring the impact of JTBD on business growth
  • Creating a culture of innovation and continuous improvement
  • Case studies: Companies that have successfully applied JTBD principles

Module 6. Implementation and Integration: Overcoming common challenges and obstacles

  • Implementing JTBD principles in software development teams
  • Integrating JTBD with existing development methodologies
  • Overcoming common challenges and obstacles
  • Best practices for sustaining JTBD adoption

Module 7. Advanced JTBD Topics: Using data and analytics to inform JTBD decisions

  • Advanced techniques for job definition and prioritization
  • Using data and analytics to inform JTBD decisions
  • Applying JTBD principles to emerging technologies and trends
  • Case studies: Advanced applications of JTBD principles


Course Features

  • Interactive and engaging: The course includes interactive lessons, quizzes, and hands-on projects to keep participants engaged and motivated.
  • Comprehensive and personalized: The course covers all aspects of JTBD, and participants can tailor their learning experience to their needs and interests.
  • Up-to-date and practical: The course includes real-world examples and case studies to illustrate the application of JTBD principles in software development.
  • Expert instructors: The course is taught by experienced instructors with expertise in JTBD and software development.
  • Certification: Participants receive a certificate upon completion, issued by The Art of Service.
  • Flexible learning: The course is self-paced, and participants can access the course materials at any time.
  • User-friendly and mobile-accessible: The course platform is easy to use and accessible on mobile devices.
  • Community-driven: Participants can connect with each other and with instructors through online forums and discussion groups.
  • Actionable insights and hands-on projects: The course provides actionable insights and hands-on projects to help participants apply JTBD principles in their work.
  • Bite-sized lessons and lifetime access: The course is divided into bite-sized lessons, and participants have lifetime access to the course materials.
  • Gamification and progress tracking: The course includes gamification elements and progress tracking to help participants stay motivated and engaged.


Course Format

The course is delivered online and includes a combination of video lessons, interactive quizzes, hands-on projects, and downloadable resources. The course is self-paced, and participants can access the course materials at any time.



Course Duration

The course is designed to be completed in 8 weeks, but participants can complete it at their own pace. The course includes 80 hours of instructional content, and participants can expect to spend an average of 10 hours per week on the course.



Course Prerequisites

There are no prerequisites for this course, but participants are expected to have a basic understanding of software development principles and practices.

,