Design Process as a Problem-Solving Tool for Businesses

• ​Understand the thinking process of design, from conception to completion
• Apply the design process to real-life applications in business
• Solve your own problem within class using the design thinking process

An optimal design solution does not come out of thin air -- process is an integral part of developing a successful and functional design. If we look at design as a problem solving tool, what are the steps that need to be taken to find a solution?

The design process provides one with the critical skills needed to generate a conceptual solution for a problem. This class will provide students with the right tools and mindset to think beyond the linear process of problem solving and achieve innovative and thought-provoking results. 

This class will teach students about the design process from conception to completion, with a breakdown of the steps of the process. We will apply this thinking process to real-life applications, not just in the design industry but also in business. 

This class isn't just for designers!  Ideal candidates for this class are entrepreneurs and innovators looking to tap into their creative potential, while finding new ways to innovate in terms of how they approach and solve problems.