Master’s Degree in Strategic Design in Complexity

• MODULE 1: The business of strategic design

This subject considers the world of design, the practice of design and, in particular, strategic design at a social and organisational level. It deals with the value ofdesign and the growing relevance applied to the notion of design and its implications beyond aesthetics and its impact on otherdisciplines and fields. It introduces approaches, models and tools that improveskills for innovation and problem-solving for effective strategic design.This module is centred around the assignment of a case study from a leadershipand strategic design perspective and within a psychosocial context.

• MODULE 2: Developing strategic design

This subject examines what strategic design can be. It analyses the developmentprocess, from the problem or idea to the dissemination, assimilation, acceptanceand use of strategic design. Creative and problem-solving processes are examinedand tested. Learning from a broad range of cases, different prototypes are generated to address complex challenges. This module is centred around the assignment of a case study from a leadership and strategic design perspective andwithin a psychosocial context.

• MODULE 3: Strategic design leadership

This subject focuses on strategic design leadership, looking at uncertainty andsystemic challenges. It introduces conceptual, analytical and practical tools andstrategies for change, and highlights the relational and multi-stakeholder perspective as fundamental to problem-solving, as well as examining and developing leadership styles that are suitable for different situations.This module is centred around the assignment of a case study from a leadershipand strategic design perspective and within a psychosocial context.

• MODULE 4: Master Final Thesis

In this final module, you will design and carry out an individual project. The projectwill focus on a challenge, which requires fieldwork in a social and / or organizational environment. The project connects the different learning objectives with the thematic areas of the programme. You can choose to lead the project in your own organization or with other organizations.This module is dedicated to working on a challenge and will have to incorporateat least research-action methodologies and qualitative interviews. A thesis writing workshop and guidance will be offered to you.