869-0102-00L  Design Thinking: A Human-Centered Approach to Problem-Solving

SemesterHerbstsemester 2018
DozierendeS. Brusoni, A. Repetti
Periodizitätjährlich wiederkehrende Veranstaltung
LehrspracheEnglisch
KommentarNumber of participants limited to10.

Only for MAS in Science, Technology and Policy and Science, Technology and Policy MSc.


KurzbeschreibungThe purpose of this course is to equip the students with methods and tools to tackle a broad range of problems. Following a Design Thinking approach, the students will learn how to observe and interact with key stakeholders in order to develop an in-depth understanding of what is truly important and emotionally meaningful to the people at the center of a problem.
LernzielThe purpose of this course is to equip the students with methods and tools to tackle a broad range of problems. Following a Design Thinking approach, the students will learn how to observe and interact with key stakeholders in order to develop an in-depth understanding of what is truly important and emotionally meaningful to the people at the center of a problem. Based on these insights, the students will ideate on possible solutions and immediately validated them through quick iterations of prototyping and testing using different tools and materials. .
InhaltParticipants are expected to discover, explore and share valuable skills outside their expertise through agile and collaborative teamwork and hands-on exercises. During the entire process, they will be supported through team skill-building exercises, short theoretical presentations and experienced coaching.