INTERSECTION MODULES
These modules explore different topics
and draw upon several kind of expertise needed to work on open-ended problems
and take an active stance in problem formulation.
DESIGN STRATEGY
An intensive introduction to the design-driven strategic options. A great attention is dedicated to the interplay between design and technology evolution.
DESIGN MANAGEMENT
Focusing on the engaging and the management of the array of designers. Specifically the modules show the main tradeoffs related to divergent design management options.
INNOVATION MANAGEMENT
Innovation is a way to achieve a competitive advantage. Specifically great attention is addressed to the barriers to innovate, to the set of advantages/disadvantages pertaining innovation, and to closed/open innovation paradigms. A specific focus is centered on design-driven innovation.
NEW SERVICE DESIGN MANAGEMENT
A series modules transfer the main principles underpinning the design and the development of new service. The service paradigm is also used to explain some intangible innovation related to products and tangible objects.
DESIGN INTENSIVE ENTREPRENEURSHIP
The present modules – based on updated research streams – show design-intensive entrepreneurship as a complementary perspective respect to the high-tech based entrepreneurship.