Program Overview

Ukrop Studio For Innovation & Design

The Ukrop Studio For Innovation & Design is a place to learn and practice the skills and mindset needed to identify and solve today's big problems, and to pursue tomorrow's great opportunities.

About the Program

Our Approach

The program teaches a methodology known as "Design Thinking." Design Thinking has emerged as a best-practice set of methods and mindset, wherein traditional analytical skills merge with creative, divergent-thinking skills in an intentionally structured, yet highly flexible and dynamic process.

Curriculum

The program is integrated into the COLL Curriculum 300 theme of 'well-being' in the Raymond A. Mason School of Business. Professor Michael Luchs has incorporated this theme into his class.

Rankings and Recognition

The Mason School has been ranked #5 for Education that Emphasized Innovation & Creativity by Bloomberg Business, highlighting its position as one of the top business schools that may best prepare graduates for a COVID-19 world.

Program Details

• The program focuses on teaching Design Thinking as a methodology.
• It is part of the Raymond A. Mason School of Business.
• The program is integrated into the COLL Curriculum 300 theme of 'well-being'.
• It has been recognized for its emphasis on innovation and creativity.