Master of Arts (Honours) in Design Management and Strategic Innovation

90 ECTS

Master of Arts (Honours) in Design Management and Strategic Innovation
90 ECTS

MA in Design Management and Strategic Innovation is a rigorous academic programme that provides students with a wide range of knowledge – bridging theory, methodology and applied practical knowledge. The programme trains multidisciplinary professionals to work in different areas of design practice and in the development and management of strategies for design-oriented companies, operating in the field of physical and digital product design, communication and technological innovation.

Students are exposed to the development and integration of strategic thinking applied to new product development and branding, user experience design, technology innovation and creative communication. They are trained to integrate design-driven innovation processes and methodologies into business management and identify values and principles that enhance competitive advantages and leverage company positioning and growth.

This programme is divided into 5 main blocks and culminates with a capstone project.

Modules
Innovation And Design for Transformation
Design Research And Human Centered Design
Innovation Management
Innovative Technologies And New Design Opportunities
Environmental And Social Sustainability
Capstone Project

The MA in Design Management and Strategic Innovation enables professionals who undertake the course to further their knowledge in multiple contemporary and timely practices. The course provides industry-led and applicable knowledge, that supports the function of design and innovative thinking in a wide array of industries. Students have the opportunity to engage with professional practicioners, who develop their understanding and practical knowledge in the organisation, application and integration of contemporary practices that foster innovation and creativity. This industry-focused MA draws upon recent research for postgraduate professionals in a business context.

This course is intended to benefit a range of graduates and professionals, given that it is multidisciplinary at its core. Designers, managers and business professionals collaborate, learn from each other and cross-pollinate their functions. The methodologies utilized are intended to assist students in joining a broad spectrum of professional service areas, where they will then be able to integrate innovative approaches to their processes. Accordingly, this programme is strategically situated in a high-demand and potentially thriving field.

DURATION
12 Months

COURSE DELIVERY
Online, Tutor Support, International Internship

ACCREDITATION
MFHEA License 009-2020

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PROGRAMME DETAILS

DURATION
12 Months

COURSE DELIVERY
Online, Tutor Support, International Internship

ACCREDITATION
MFHEA License 009-2020

Click to discover the
PROGRAMME DETAILS

FACULTY PROFESSORS

Stefano Ollino

Designer
Founder TrueFlava, Red Dot and IF Design Award winner Head of Italian College of Design

Stefano Ollino – Designer
Head of Italian College of Design

Tobia Repossi

Architect and Design
Red Dot and A'Design Award winner, Head of Innovation and Senior Lecturer at Italian College of Design

Tobia Repossi – Architect, Designer
Head of Innovation and Senior
Lecturer at Italian College of Design

Paolo Trevisan

Designer
Vice-President Pininfarina USA,
International and Special Projects Italian College of Design

Paolo Trevisan – Designer
International and Special Projects
Italian College of Design

Andrea Filippi

Founder of Design Gang Studio,
Senior Lecturer at Italian College of Design

Andrea Filippi – Designer
Senior Lecturer at Italian College of Design

Santi Maggio Savasta

Architet
Senior Lecturer at Italian College of Design

Santi Maggio Savasta – Architet
Senior Lecturer at Italian College of
Design

Francesca Cappa

Bachelor's Degree in Product Design and Master’s degree in Systemic Design at the Polytechnic University of Turin. User Experience and User Interface Designer

Francesca Cappa – Designer
User Experience and User Interface designer

Carlo Camorali

Designer and visual artist
Co-founder of The Good Life Studio

Carlo Camorali – Designer and artist
Visual artist, Co-founder of The Good Life Studio

Lorenzo Dolfi

UI/UX Designer

Lorenzo Dolfi
UI/UX Designer

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Duration

12 months

Course Delivery

Online, Tutor Support, International Internship

Accreditation

The MA in Design Management and Strategic Innovation is fully accredited by Asomi College of Sciences HEI – Higher Education Institution with License 009-2020 MFHEA

The Malta Further Higher Education Authority MFHEA deems this degree programme to be at level 7 of the malta Qualification Framework and the European Qualifications Framework for Lifelong Learning.

RPL - Recognition of Prior Learning

As a licensed education and training provider, ASOMI College guarantees compliance with quality standards as specified in the National Quality Assurance Framework issued by the Malta Further Higher Education Authority.

Especially, within the context of recognising prior learning, ASOMI College recommends its future students to submit the documentation related to their prior learning such as degree programs and professional qualifications.

The RPL policy at ASOMI College permits the proper evaluation of prior knowledge and skills in terms of certifications, alternative access admissions and future learning and development.

Course fee

Payment plans

ACS – Asomi College of Sciences considers it a priority to support its students by providing them with the best opportunities. For this reason, it is possible to have access to installment plans for the cost of the course. Our accounting team will be happy to provide you with all the information you need.

Master of Arts (Honours) in Design Management and Strategic Innovation