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Course Delivery: 80-99% Online
Total Credits: 18
In-State Tuition Per Credit: $424.50
Out-of-State Tuition Per Credit: $424.50
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Certificate Overview
In the IU Online Graduate Certificate in Design Thinking, you’ll acquire advanced training in problem-solving and interdisciplinary teamwork. You’ll graduate prepared to join a new 21st-century workforce and drive innovation in your field, with knowledge that meets complex human needs.
To be accepted to this program, you must have a bachelor's degree.
To apply to this program, complete an online application that includes:
- Transcripts
- Resume
- Personal statement (500–750 words) of why you want to pursue this certificate
- Three examples demonstrating your professional experience (may include a case study, portfolio, deliverable, or other suitable format)
- TOEFL scores or IELTS scores (some international students only)
Note: This program is not eligible for financial aid.
Your IU Online Graduate Certificate in Design Thinking prepares you to apply the design thinking methodology to almost any industry or sector in such careers as:
- Design thinking specialist
- Innovation consultant
- Human-centered design strategist
- Product developer
- Innovation manager
- Brand manager
- Design research manager
- User experience designer
- Customer experience specialist
- Patient engagement specialist
To earn the Graduate Certificate in Design Thinking, you must complete 18 credit hours.
Requirements are broken down as follows:
- Design thinking core courses (12 credit hours)
- Design thinking practicum (6 credit hours)
Course Number | Course Name | Credits |
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HER-V 512 | Intro: Design Thinking for Tackling Wicked Problems/Sensemaking | 3 Credits |
HER-V 513 | Design Methods for Framing Problems | 3 Credits |
HER-V 522 | Design Methods for Ideating | 3 Credits |
HER-V 523 | Design Methods for Prototyping | 3 Credits |
HER-V 532 | Practicum | 6 Credits |
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