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Master of Professional in Design Management

Enrollment Advisory Group - University of Bridgeport

USA,Connecticut

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24 Months

Duration

CAD 15,660/year

Tuition Fee

CAD 0 FREE

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USA, Connecticut

Type: University

Location Type: Urban

Founded: 1927

Total Students: 4,615 +

Int. Students: 841 +

Campus Detail

Main Campus Address

126 Park Ave, Bridgeport, CT 06604, United States

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Admission Requirements
Scholarships
Student Visa
Work Permit

Master of Professional in Design Management

Program Overview

Encompassing courses in design thinking and business management, the Master of Professional Studies in Design Management (M.P.S.) degree at the Shintaro Akatsu School of Design (SASD) prepares design managers to lead creative teams in a variety of design-based industries. The outstanding faculty – both resident and visiting – help develop disruptive thinking using design as the fulcrum for increasing customer delight.

Design represents a valuable strategic asset – the tools and the processes to problem-solve and innovate. The management of that asset, the ability to understand, optimize, and steer that energy is becoming vital to an organization’s internal and external success. Category-leading companies like Apple, GE, Johnson & Johnson, Bose, and Schick know this to be a marketable truth. The MPS in Design Management program at SASD is a two-year intensive program for design professionals of all disciplines.

Courses are specifically tailored to real-world issues facing designers and are taught by leading design management professionals. The team-based assignments focus on practical and actionable problem solving, preparing students to immediately use the information and skills they learn. Design Managers who graduate from SASD leave with the core skills and tools to apply design thinking to solve the most pressing business issues of our time: sustainability, social responsibility, and profitability.

Learning Outcomes

Design Management study prepares graduates to create, manage, and lead design in process-driven organizations by providing perspectives on business, operations, sustainability, management, leadership, entrepreneurship, design innovation, and design research.

Classes provide experiences of designing, managing, and improving design-intensive firms and develop students’ capacity to inspire and lead creative teams. Our curriculum develops strategic management skills in six specific areas: operations; finance; marketing; organization and human resources; innovation and change; and suppliers, distributors, and markets.

Our program is designed for recent graduates and early to mid-career professionals seeking to complement their design and business skills with new industry contexts and practices. Our two-year program helps craft creative leaders, those who can bridge the disciplines of design and business and nurture collaborative innovation with a sustainable strategic advantage.

SASD is known for its long-standing strength in industrial design. The DM program is an outgrowth of that base and the flexibility and excellence of the School of Business, staffed by faculty drawn from the ranks Fairfield County, CT resident business persons. The two-year program of study requires 42 credits to complete and leads to an accredited academic degree, the Master of Professional Studies (MPS) in Design Management. 42% of credits earned are courses in the Business School. The remaining 58% of credits are earned in DM courses at SASD

Detailed Program Facts

Program Level

Master's Degree

Application Processing Days

30 Days

Program Intensity

Full-Time

Duration of Program

24 Months

Program Intakes

Intake Month/Year		Intake Status

Application Fee

Application Fee: CAD 0 FREE

Tuition Fee

CAD 15,660 per year

*Note: The fee is approximate and is subject to change

Living Cost in Enrollment Advisory Group - University of Bridgeport

CAD 16,000 per year

*Note: The fee is approximate and is subject to change

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

Funding

Check program website for more information about funding options.

English Test Requirements

IELTS
- Minimum Overall Score - 6.5
TOEFL
- Minimum Overall Score - 80
PTE
- Minimum Overall Score - 58.0
DUOLINGO
- Minimum Overall Score - 95.0

Minimum Level of Education Required: To be accepted into this program, applicants must have a Bachelor's Degree.

Minimum CGPA Required: 60.00 %

Additional Information

Scholarships

Type of Scholarship	Scholarship Information	Amount/ Range
University of Bridgeport General Academic Scholarships International Undergraduate Academic Scholarship Trustee Scholarship Presidential Scholarship Provost’s Scholarship Dean’s Achievement Scholarship Academic Achievement Grant For Undergraduate Transfer Students: Athletic Scholarship (International Undergraduate Students) International Graduate Student Scholarships	University of Bridgeport General Academic Scholarships-The University of Bridgeport offers various academic scholarships to incoming international students to assist with educational costs. No separate application is required for most of these scholarships, as applicants are automatically considered upon completion of their university application. International Undergraduate Academic Scholarships-These partial scholarships are awarded to incoming international undergraduate students (first-year and transfer) based on academic merit and English proficiency. They are renewable yearly based on satisfactory academic achievement and good standing. For First-Year Applicants (Associate or Bachelor Degree): Scholarship: Trustee Scholarship Criteria: Based on academic excellence and English proficiency. Scholarship: Presidential Scholarship Criteria: Based on academic excellence and English proficiency. Scholarship: Provost’s Scholarship Criteria: Based on academic excellence and English proficiency. Scholarship: Dean’s Achievement Scholarship Criteria: Based on academic excellence and English proficiency. Scholarship: Academic Achievement Grant Criteria: Based on academic excellence and English proficiency. For Undergraduate Transfer Students (12+ credits earned): Criteria: Based on previous performance in higher education. Athletic Scholarship (International Undergraduate Students) Criteria: Demonstrate superior athletic abilities. Meet National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA) and University of Bridgeport eligibility regulations. Must take the SAT Examination. Prospective students should contact appropriate coaches for more information. International Graduate Student Scholarships These scholarships are for incoming international graduate students, based on academic achievement and test scores. The award is for the first year of study, split equally between the first two semesters. Scholarship recipients must take 9 credits per semester. Criteria: Based on the student’s academic achievement and test scores. Eligible programs: All graduate programs in the Trefz School of Business, School of Public and International Affairs, and School of Engineering. Automatically considered upon submitting the international application and all admissions materials. Important Note: Students receiving partial scholarships are responsible for paying the remaining costs not covered by their scholarships upon arrival. LINK: https://www.bridgeport.edu/cost-financial-aid/financial-aid/types-of-aid	University of Bridgeport General Academic Scholarships International Undergraduate Academic Scholarships For First-Year Applicants (Associate or Bachelor Degree): Academic scholarships range from $5,000 to $20,000 per academic year. Trustee ScholarshipAmount: $20,000 per year Presidential Scholarship Amount: $15,000 per year Provost’s Scholarship Amount: $12,500 per year Dean’s Achievement Scholarship Amount: $10,000 per year Academic Achievement Grant Amount: $5,000 per year For Undergraduate Transfer Students (12+ credits earned): Academic scholarships range between $10,000 and $18,000 per academic year. Athletic Scholarship (International Undergraduate Students) Amount: Varies (Athletic Grants/Scholarships) International Graduate Student Scholarships Amount: $3,000 (total for the first year) $4,000 (total for the first year)

Work Permit

PGWP

Optional Practical Training or OPT is a period during which students, who have completed their degrees in the USA, are permitted to work for one year on a student visa by the United States Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS). OPT allows students to work for up to 3 years and develop real-world skills to survive in the competitive jobs market.

It is temporary employment for a period of 12-months that is directly related to the major area of study of an F-1 student. Eligible students have the option to apply for OPT employment authorization before completing their academic studies and/or after completing their academic studies.

A student can participate in three types of Optional Practical Training (OPT):

Pre-Completion OPT: This is temporary employment provided to F-1 students before completion of their course of study.
Post-Completion OPT: This is temporary employment available to F-1 students after completing their course of study.
24 Month STEM Extension: Students enrolled in STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics) courses can a 24-month extension after their initial Post-Completion OPT authorization.