| Number | Title | ECTS | Hours | Lecturers |
|---|
| 869-0102-00L | Design Thinking: A Human-Centered Approach to Problem-Solving  Number of participants limited to10.
Only for MAS in Science, Technology and Policy and Science, Technology and Policy MSc. | 1 credit | 1G | S. Brusoni,
A. Repetti |
| Abstract | The purpose of this course is to equip the students with methods and tools to tackle a broad range of problems. Following a Design Thinking approach, the students will learn how to observe and interact with key stakeholders in order to develop an in-depth understanding of what is truly important and emotionally meaningful to the people at the center of a problem. |
| Objective | The purpose of this course is to equip the students with methods and tools to tackle a broad range of problems. Following a Design Thinking approach, the students will learn how to observe and interact with key stakeholders in order to develop an in-depth understanding of what is truly important and emotionally meaningful to the people at the center of a problem. Based on these insights, the students will ideate on possible solutions and immediately validated them through quick iterations of prototyping and testing using different tools and materials. . |
| Content | Participants are expected to discover, explore and share valuable skills outside their expertise through agile and collaborative teamwork and hands-on exercises. During the entire process, they will be supported through team skill-building exercises, short theoretical presentations and experienced coaching. |
