The Ph.D. in Design Management is a research-focused doctoral program that explores the strategic integration of design, innovation, business management, and organizational leadership. The program examines how design can be utilized as a tool for innovation, competitive advantage, product and service development, brand management, and organizational transformation. Students engage in advanced research on design strategy, design thinking, user-centered innovation, creative leadership, product development, and the management of design processes within business and public sector environments. Through interdisciplinary research and scholarly inquiry, the program prepares graduates to contribute to academic knowledge and lead innovation initiatives in industry, government, consulting, and research organizations.
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Extra Notes
Entry Requirements
Master's degree with minimum 60%. Research proposal is required.
Remarks
•DET & PTE accepted for Indian applicants only •For Sri Lankan applicants:- IELTS-6.0 & TOEFL-60