Systems and Design Thinking

2 Credits

Examines the application of systems and design thinking strategy and methods to create pragmatic yet innovative solutions in the form of products and services for wicked problems. Through interactive idealized design; problem dissolution methods; non-linear thinking tools, out-of-the-box-thinking, design prototyping, and strategic exploration tools, students will explore, experience, and embrace design as means to new value creation. This course will highlight the importance of adopting a multidisciplinary and collaborative perspective, one that recognizes a balance between efficiency, and effectiveness; planning and action; risks and rewards; necessity and utility; and between short-term and long-term implications.