COURSE CURRICULUM

The Master’s program in Innovation Design Management is structured to provide students with an advanced understanding of design, business strategy, and entrepreneurship, preparing them to become leaders in innovation-driven organizations. The curriculum spans four semesters and totals 120 ECTS, combining theoretical knowledge with practical applications. In the first semester, students engage with foundational courses such as Advanced Research Methodologies and Business Management & Marketing, alongside interdisciplinary electives that encourage collaboration across programs. The second semester introduces core innovation and entrepreneurship concepts, including Managing Change by Design, Entrepreneurship, and Cultural Studies, allowing students to develop skills in navigating complex organizational and cultural contexts. By the third semester, students focus on specialized modules such as Business Model Design, Product Strategy in the Age of AI, and Innovation Management, with mandatory electives tailored to enhance their strategic and creative capabilities. Throughout the program, the Capstone Project provides a hands-on, consulting-oriented experience, enabling students to apply their learning to real-world business challenges across multiple industries. The final semester is devoted to Thesis Development and the Thesis & Colloquium, in which students conduct independent research, synthesize knowledge from previous modules, and demonstrate their ability to create actionable solutions in design and innovation. Additional courses like the Atlas of Opportunity and Contemporary Leadership Culture emphasize strategic thinking, leadership, and cultural awareness, ensuring graduates are equipped to guide organizations through change and leverage design as a tool for innovation. The program’s blend of interdisciplinary projects, elective modules, and practical assignments ensures that students graduate with both the creative and managerial skills needed to drive business transformation, manage complex projects, and foster innovative solutions in a global and technology-driven environment. This comprehensive approach cultivates professionals capable of combining design thinking, entrepreneurship, and strategic management to create sustainable value and lead organizations in the rapidly evolving business landscape.