Design-Driven Innovation Consulting

In this course you will learn the fundamentals of design-driven innovation and how to consult and advise organizations that want to grow and differentiate themselves in the market. This includes a broad overview of the approach, process and methods of design thinking, agile product development and lean start-up.

Social Impact and Entrepreneurship

Social entrepreneurship brings innovative market-based solutions to tackle problems in education, healthcare, housing, recycling, economic development, and sustainable water and energy supply. A commitment to measurable outcomes in line with mission needs to be combined with: customer orientation, design thinking, analysis of competitive landscapes, agility to adapt to external trends, and building strategic partnerships to leverage scarce resources.Open to students from all majors. Focuses on skill development. Includes case studies to evaluate social enterprises in US and internationally using a range of business models. Students will develop pitches and business plans for their own social venture ideas.