Create Innovative Products and Increase Profitability
R&D Managers encounter many challenges, such as tight timelines, limited resources, and organizational complexities. Effective product development demands understanding customer needs, project finances, and organizational structures. It requires fresh insights.
Leopard is an educational program that raises your R&D Managers’ ability to lead product development. The program consists of three modules, all set in Sweden.
Modules
Technology Strategy and Product Management
- Product Management
- Technology Strategy
- Portfolio Management and Prioritization
- The Business of Products
Organization and Processes
- Organizational Structure
- Processes
- Innovation
R&D Leadership
- Building the Organization
- Leadership
- Leading in the Company Context
- Communication
Key Benefits of Leopard
Become a Better Leader
Trigger your potential and explore effective ways to lead product development.
Strengthen Innovation
Understand the core of innovation and increase profitability.
Gain Confidence
Lead your product development organization with confidence.
Testimonials
FAQ
The participants in Leopard work within R&D and have a strong focus on product development. Roles are typically Line Manager, Project Manager, and Product Manager.
Industries represented in Leopard share a strong focus on R&D. You don’t need to work in a specific industry to join Leopard.
In recent cycles, participants have come from Denmark, France, Germany, India, and Sweden.
Before each module, participants receive a reading package with relevant articles, book chapters, and reflection questions to enhance classroom learning. Participants are also given a capstone project to complete during and between the three modules. Preparation is essential for making the most of the experience.
Our lecturers are university professors from well-known universities. They are experienced and invite you to participate in interactive sessions. We assume your active participation.
The focus in Leopard is to boost the ability to lead product development. In the training program, you gain an understanding of the core of innovation and become a more effective leader.
To apply, fill out the registration form or contact us. We recommend applying at least four months before the start date. Odisea handles your hotel booking — just provide your travel dates.
Dates & Fees
Leopard 2026
Program Fee
Take Your R&D Team to the Next Level

