Design Strategy Micro-Credential
The “Design Strategy” micro-credential focuses on providing research and strategic tools for elevating practice as it relates to envisioning more usable, inclusive, desirable, and meaningful products, services, and systems. The micro-credential is offered for active professionals in the design and related fields as well as enrolled students in graduate programs other than Design (business, engineering, etc.).
Starting Summer 2026
Insights on Career Opportunities
Design Leadership: Gain qualifications for roles such as Design Strategist, Product Manager, or Innovation Consultant, driving user-centered and business-aligned outcomes.
Interdisciplinary Collaboration: Enhance the ability to work seamlessly with teams across disciplines, opening doors to strategic roles in cross-functional environments.
Market Differentiation: Develop expertise in user-centered research, critical for innovative industries.
Upskilling for Professionals: Active professionals can leverage this credential to advance in their current roles or pivot into strategic design positions, broadening their career trajectory.
Preparation for Graduate Students: For students in complementary graduate programs, the micro-credential adds a competitive edge by integrating design strategy into their academic and professional toolkit.
Admissions
A prerequisite to applying is having a bachelor's degree.
Contact
