Design Thinking & Innovation, Minor
Open to students of any major, the minor develops interdisciplinary skills in creative problem-solving, innovation, and leadership through a creativity-driven approach. Students gain practical experience using design thinking as a research-driven set of tools and methods, preparing them for careers and advanced study in a wide range of fields where creativity, innovation, and leadership are valued.
Minor Sequence
The Design Thinking & Innovation minor under Graphic Design consists of 18 credits, including four required courses from the Graphic Design B.A. program and two electives from business-centered courses.
| Code | Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| Required Courses | ||
| GD111 | Introduction to Design | 3.0 |
| GD112 | Drawing for Designers | 3.0 |
| GD212 | Intro to Design Thinking | 3.0 |
| GD328 | Design Thinking & Innovation | 3.0 |
| Electives (Choose Two): | 6.0 | |
| Mgmt Theory & Org. Behavior | ||
| Introduction to Leadership | ||
| Entrepreneurship | ||
| Social Media Marketing | ||
| Going Viral & Growth Hacking | ||
| Total Credits | 18.0 | |