This course is part of the Design Thinking Specialization

Jeanne M. Liedtka

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Design Thinking SpecializationUniversity of Virginia

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Welcome Designers!
In this course, developed at the Darden School of Business at the University of Virginia, we will introduce you to the design thinking process. It is a project-based course in which you will identify a human-centered problem that you want to solve. We will focus our attention on the first seven steps of our 14-Step design thinking process.

We’ll guide you through crafting and carrying out a research plan that helps you answer the question, “What is?” You will gather and identify important insights about the needs and wants of others and use this information to identify the attributes of an ideal solution.

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Design Thinking Specialization

Beginner Level

No prior experience needed to participate in and benefit from this course.

Approx. 13 hours to complete

English

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What you will learn

How to navigate the design thinking process to tackle a human-centered problem
How to craft out an effective research plan
How to draw key insights from the design process to arrive at ideal solutions

Skills you will gain

Strategic Thinking
Innovation
Innovation Management
Design Thinking

Flexible deadlines

Reset deadlines in accordance to your schedule.

Shareable Certificate

Earn a Certificate upon completion

100% online

Start instantly and learn at your own schedule.

Course 1 of 4 in the

Design Thinking Specialization

Beginner Level

No prior experience needed to participate in and benefit from this course.

Approx. 13 hours to complete

English

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Instructor

Jeanne M. Liedtka

United Technologies Corporation Professor of Business Administration

Darden School of Business

447,176 Learners

11 Courses

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University of Virginia

A premier institution of higher education, The University of Virginia offers outstanding academics, world-class faculty, and an inspiring, supportive environment. Founded by Thomas Jefferson in 1819, the University is guided by his vision of discovery, innovation, and development of the full potential of students from all walks of life. Through these courses, global learners have an opportunity to study with renowned scholars and thought leaders.

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Syllabus - What you will learn from this course

Week1

Week 1

3 hours to complete

Insights into Design Thinking

3 hours to complete

13 videos (Total 58 min), 3 readings, 1 quiz

13 videos

Introduction to the Design Thinking Specialization5mCurriculum Map5mSupplemental Course Book Overview1mMeet Jeanne Liedtka4mWhat is Design Thinking?2m The Four Questions of Design Thinking6m The Essences of Design Thinking2mThe Good Kitchen: Design Thinking in Action2m The Good Kitchen: What Is?4mThe Good Kitchen : What If, What Wows, What Works?6mWicked vs. Tame Problems6m Step 1: Identifying an Opportunity4mQuestions to Ask Yourself When Choosing Your Course Project4m

3 readings

Course Overview and Requirements10mWelcome to Week 110mProject Activity - Step 1, Identifying an Opportunity1h

1 practice exercise

Week 1 Quiz30m

Week2

Week 2

2 hours to complete

Project Planning

2 hours to complete

5 videos (Total 32 min), 2 readings, 1 quiz

Week3

Week 3

3 hours to complete

What Is?

3 hours to complete

8 videos (Total 39 min), 2 readings, 1 quiz

Week4

Week 4

3 hours to complete

The Innovation Mindset

3 hours to complete

10 videos (Total 47 min), 2 readings, 1 quiz

10 videos

Finding Opportunities to Innovate3mThe Physics of Growth4mWhy is Innovation So Hard to Do in Organizations?2m Overcoming a Growth Gridlock2mWhat Does a Prepared Mind Look Like?3mMeet George and Geoff11mUnderstanding Differences in Mindset3mThe Importance of Repertoire and Empathy7mHow Do We Help George Succeed ?1mAssessing Your Mindset and Repertoire5m

2 readings

Welcome to Week 410mProject Activity - Continue Field Work1h

1 practice exercise

Week 4 Quiz30m

About the Design Thinking Specialization

In this Specialization, you will master design thinking competencies in an engaging hands-on, project-based format. We will guide you through a detailed 14-Step process where you will tackle a human-centered problem that you want to solve. You will learn and practice all of the most important tools from the field of human-centered design to generate ideas and connect with your customers on a human level. You will then deepen your practice by taking an in-depth journey through six key phases of the design thinking process, from immersion to learning-in-action, and explore the shifts in mindsets and skillsets that accompany them.

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