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MDM Courses

mdm Courses

Coursework explores emerging innovation methods, market insight, and human-centered design while actively mixing theory and hands-on applications. A cohort of experienced students brings current issues into class discussions. Small class sizes facilitate frequent contact and collaboration among classmates and faculty members.

Design-Led Insights

Courses cover the essentials of design in businesses, focusing on innovation and design thinking. You’ll learn how to spot opportunities through research and dive deep into human-centered design principles.

Analysis + Synthesis
Principles & Methods of User Research
Modes of Human Experience
Evidence-Based Design
Behavioral Design

Strategic Innovation Methods

Courses explore real-world examples of successful innovations in various fields and learn how to view problems and solutions from a systems perspective.

Introduction to Systems Theory
Business Design
Innovation Frontiers
Metrics that Matter

Leadership and Activation

Courses cover how design and innovative ideas can lead to significant changes in organizations. You’ll learn how to boost the capacity of design and innovation, make ethical business decisions, and inspire your organization to take effective and impactful action.

Adaptive Leadership
Implementing Innovation
Strategic Communication
Shaping Digital Futures
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