PGCDT

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About this course

Design Thinking is a transformative approach that prioritizes a user-centric perspective and rapid iterations with diverse teams to tackle intricate challenges. It's a methodical framework utilized by professionals to conceive and deliver products, services, and experiences that cater to unspoken human needs. This structured approach integrates empathy and innovative ideation to address critical business dilemmas and offer solutions that captivate customers. At its core, Design Thinking empowers professionals to navigate complex business problems by fostering an understanding of intricate issues. Practitioners armed with applied skills can significantly enhance organizational performance, positively impacting both top-line and bottom-line objectives. By developing and testing low-cost prototypes in real-world scenarios, professionals can efficiently address various needs while fostering a collaborative, interconnected work environment. Design Thinking fosters a culture of rapid decision-making driven by research, prototyping, and testing, ultimately yielding customer-driven solutions that resonate with end-users. The program is approved by AICTE

Eligiblity

  • Bachelor's degree holder / Graduate in any discipline from a recognised University.
  • International / SAARC Graduate from a recognised/accredited University/Institution.
  • Students who have appeared for final year of examination of their bachelor's degree program and are awaiting results can also apply, subject to successfully completing their bachelor's degree program / graduation within the time period specified by SCDL.

Eligiblity

  • The duration of the program is one year.
  • The registration period is valid for one & half academic years.


Total Credit Points : 32

SEMESTER I :
Introduction to Design Thinking
Empathy with Users
Discovery and Interpretation of Challenges
SEMESTER II :
Prototypes of a Big Idea
Big Ideas with Design Thinking
Tracking and Testing of Success
Project