Innovation and Design Thinking
Specialized Diploma

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Why Study Innovation and Design Thinking at NCC?

The Innovation and Design Thinking Specialized Diploma in an interdisciplinary degree that promotes an entrepreneurial and intrapreneural mindset. These mindsets encourage students to challenge the status quo, think outside the box, and find new and innovative solutions. These skills and abilities are valuable in any career as they allow for the development of new products, services, and processes. In addition, intrapreneurial thinking can also be beneficial for personal growth, as it encourages individuals to take control of their own lives, set and achieve goals, and develop a sense of self-reliance.

 

What You'll Learn

The Innovation and Design Thinking Specialized Diploma creates an integrated series of learning experiences that encourage creativity, innovation, collaboration, communication, and risk-taking. Additionally, this diploma allows students to apply their knowledge through hands-on projects, internships, and other experiential learning opportunities.



Semesters: 2

Credits: 12-16

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Locations: Bethlehem | Pocono | Fully Online

Program Overview:

The Innovation and Design thinking, SD is for students from all majors who want to change their thinking about innovation as a catalyst for creating social and economic change through an entrepreneurial and intrapreneural mindset.



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