NBA 5180

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NBA 5180
Design and Innovation

Course information provided by the 2026-2027 Catalog.

In today's business landscape, creative problem solving has become a critical tool for leaders to drive innovation and transformation across different industries. This hands-on course serves as an initial introduction to various design tools and aims to develop a creative problem-solving opportunity mindset to identify new avenues to create meaningful impact. The curriculum dives into foundational design concepts, design thinking, and human-centered design principles. This course requires agility, openness to new ways of thinking, and the ability to embrace ambiguity. It is structured around project-based teamwork to foster collaboration and aims to establish a culture of diversity through open and constructive critiques. With support from selected readings, case studies, and insights from guest speakers across various industries, the course ensures a comprehensive understanding of design and innovation thinking and methods. (MHA-EL, MPA-TPA)


Program Requirements (MHA-EL), (MPA-TPA)

Last 4 Terms Offered 2026SP, 2025FA, 2025SP, 2024FA

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Syllabi: none

  •   Seven Week - First. 

  • 1.5 Credits GradeNoAud

  •  3816 NBA 5180   LEC 001

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    • Aug 24 - Oct 9, 2026

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    • Aug 24 - Oct 9, 2026

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    • Aug 24 - Oct 9, 2026

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    • Aug 24 - Oct 9, 2026

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    • Aug 24 - Oct 9, 2026

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    • Aug 24 - Oct 9, 2026

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  • Instruction Mode: In Person

    Master of Business Administration (MBA) students have priority during pre-enrollment. **Attendance at first two class sessions is mandatory for enrolled students and students on the wait list to be considered for enrollment. Students who do not attend will be dropped.** Enrollment limited to: MBA students and graduate students. This course counts as a Management Science Elective.
    Add/Drop Dates: 9:00am, August 17, 2026 – 11:59pm, September 1, 2026. Students are required to obtain faculty permission to add/drop after September 1, 2026. If you drop after September 21, 2026, a “W” will be posted on your transcript.

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