BMC 377 - Design Thinking

Course Description

Design thinking is a unique, non-linear approach to considering problems. This methodology is particularly well suited to address tough challenges facing business and even tackle society’s most intractable “wicked problems” to produce innovative and thought-provoking solutions. Design thinking’s key strength is its emphasis on reframing to solving the right problem. Develop the design thinking mindset through the introduction of the human-centered design and creative problem-solving approach which offers the promise of new, more effective solutions.

Course Details

By completion of this course, successful students will be able to:

• Recognize design thinking frameworks, concepts and theories
• Apply design thinking models and techniques that lead to solving problems and identifying opportunities
• Describe at least three design thinking techniques the help groups generate more solutions to problems
• Evaluate the potential value creation and risks of ideas using evidence, analysis and logical argument
• Explain how design thinking is relevant to address challenges facing business and social problems
• Develop a design thinking mindset through human-centered design and creative problem-solving approach

Applies Towards the Following Program(s)

• Certificate in Professional Management : Optional Courses
• Certificate in Professional Management - PEG : Optional Courses
• Certificate in Professional Management specializing in Construction Management : Optional Courses
• Certificate in Professional Management specializing in Risk Management : Optional Courses
• Certificate in Professional Management specializing in Strategic Management : Optional Courses