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MANAGING BY DESIGN

OTM 760
Course Description

Exploration of design as a new practice in management that serves the need for identifying innovation opportunities in all types of organizations. Includes readings and cases in design/management and a set of creative projects that advance design skills in the context of management.

Prerequisties

Graduate/professional standing

Satisfies

This course does not satisfy any prerequisites.

Credits

2 to 3

Offered

Not Applicable

Grade Point Average
3.52

-3.64% from Historical

Completion Rate
100%

No change from Historical

A Rate
40%

-21.94% from Historical

Class Size
50

23.97% from Historical

Instructors (2025 Fall)

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