Post Graduate Certificate in Design Thinking

Welcome to the Post Graduate Certificate in Design Thinking program at Alliance American University. This exciting course is designed to equip you with the skills and knowledge necessary to drive innovation, solve complex problems, and lead in any industry.

About the course

Design Thinking is about approaching things differently with a strong user orientation & fast iterations with multidisciplinary teams to solve complex problems.

It is a structured methodology used by professionals to develop and deliver products, services and experiences that address unsaid human needs. It is a structured approach that uses empathy and innovative thinking to solve critical business problems and deliver products and services that delight customers.

Design Thinking equips every professional to understand, solve complex business problems that are difficult to decipher. Professionals with applied skills would provide a positive impact on organizational top line and bottom line. Professionals can develop low cost working prototypes for various needs and test them in real time.

Design thinking creates a collaborative, interconnected work environment where decisions are made quickly through research, prototyping, and testing. This mindset produces customer-driven solutions.

Eligibility

  • Bachelor's degree holder / Graduate in any discipline from a recognized University.

  • International Graduate from a recognized / accredited University / Institution.

  • Students who have appeared for final year of examination of their bachelor's degree program and are awaiting results can also apply, subject to successfully completing their bachelor's degree program / graduation within the time period specified by the university.

Duration

  • The duration of the program is one year

  • The registration is valid for two academic years.

Program Structure

SEMESTER 1

  • Introduction to Design Thinking

  • Empathy with Users

  • Discovery and Interpretation of Challenges

SEMESTER 2

  • Big Ideas with Design Thinking

  • Prototypes of a Big Idea

  • Tracking and Testing of Success

ABOUT AAU

Welcome to AAU, a premier institution dedicated to revolutionizing higher education in the USA. As an esteemed university, we pride ourselves on our commitment to delivering transformative education that incorporates cutting-edge technology to create a dynamic learning experience for our students.