NBA 5180

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  • Schedule of Classes - October 15, 2026 7:07PM EDT

NBA 5180
Design and Innovation

Course information provided by the 2026-2027 Catalog.

In today's business landscape, creative problem solving has become a critical tool for leaders to drive innovation and transformation across different industries. This hands-on course serves as an initial introduction to various design tools and aims to develop a creative problem-solving opportunity mindset to identify new avenues to create meaningful impact. The curriculum dives into foundational design concepts, design thinking, and human-centered design principles. This course requires agility, openness to new ways of thinking, and the ability to embrace ambiguity. It is structured around project-based teamwork to foster collaboration and aims to establish a culture of diversity through open and constructive critiques. With support from selected readings, case studies, and insights from guest speakers across various industries, the course ensures a comprehensive understanding of design and innovation thinking and methods. (MHA-EL, MPA-TPA)


Enrollment Information Enrollment limited to: Master of Business Administration (MBA) students, Johnson Master of Professional Studies (MPS) students, and graduate students.

Last 4 Terms Offered 2026FA, 2026SP, 2025FA, 2025SP

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Syllabi: none

  •   Seven Week - First. 

  • 1.5 Credits GradeNoAud

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    • M
    • Jan 25 - Mar 16, 2027

    • Kubanek, S

  • Instruction Mode: In Person

    Master of Business Administration (MBA) students have priority during pre-enrollment. **Must attend classes during the Add/Drop period in order to remain enrolled or be enrolled from the wait list**
    Add/Drop dates: 9:00am, January 19, 2027 - 11:59pm, February 1, 2027. Students are required to obtain faculty permission to add/drop after February 1, 2027. If you drop after February 22, 2027, you will also receive a “W” on your transcript.

Syllabi: none

  •   Seven Week - First. 

  • 1.5 Credits GradeNoAud

  • 15126 NBA 5180   LEC 002

  •  
    • T
    • Jan 25 - Mar 16, 2027

    • Kubanek, S

  • Instruction Mode: In Person

    Master of Business Administration (MBA) students have priority during pre-enrollment. **Must attend classes during the Add/Drop period in order to remain enrolled or be enrolled from the wait list**
    Add/Drop dates: 9:00am, January 19, 2027 - 11:59pm, February 1, 2027. Students are required to obtain faculty permission to add/drop after February 1, 2027. If you drop after February 22, 2027, you will also receive a “W” on your transcript.