It all starts with
PEOPLE.
We teach design innovators to apply a human-centered approach to problem-solving and expand the research frontiers of design. Discover our range of programs featuring hands-on, interdisciplinary projects that solve real problems for real people.
Design Innovation is about
mindset, process, and tools.
News and Events
Keep up-to-date with our latest news stories and explore our upcoming events.
Recent News
Five Frequently Asked Questions About MPD2
from the Master of Product Design and Development Management (mpd²) program
A New Recipe for Success
from the MMM Program
Protecting the Power of the Creator
from the Master of Product Design and Development Management (mpd²) program
Events
Corporate Innovation Speaker Series: Jeff Henshaw + Prashanthi Raman
April 24
3:30 PM
Corporate Innovation Guest Speaker Series: Anoop Prakash
May 1
4:00 PM
Annual Segal Iron Pour
May 4
7:30 PM
Corporate Innovation Guest Speaker Series: Swatee Surve
May 8
4:00 PM
Human-Centered Design Projects
At both the graduate and undergraduate level, our students work on projects that produce tangible results and improve the lives of people around the world. Our team-based approach to education encourages students to use design thinking together to solve complex, authentic problems in product, interaction, service, and business design.
Who we work with
What we teach
The interdisciplinary academic programs at the Segal Design Institute provide undergraduate and graduate students with collaborative training at the forefront of innovation and human-centered design. Explore our opportunities to find a program that best fits your goals.
WELCOME TO THE WORLD OF
Design Innovation
Design innovation creates value using design-centric tools and frameworks such as empathy, visualization, prototyping, and iteration. By acquiring design innovation skills, we are prepared to find and frame problems, identify opportunities, and innovate across a variety of spaces. We are ready to bring our ideas to life.
Learn more about Design Innovation