Bachelor of Arts inDesign Management
Explore how creative thinking, business insight and entrepreneurship come together to develop ideas, ventures and solutions for evolving markets and organisations.
Language: English | Start: September
BACHELOR OF ARTS
Duration 3 years
Accreditation MUR/Italy
ECTS 180
The Bachelor of Arts in Design Management combines design thinking, business strategy and entrepreneurship to prepare students for roles at the intersection of creativity, innovation and management.
What you will learn
Students develop skills in:
- design and business strategy
- entrepreneurship and organisational transformation
- branding, leadership and strategic thinking
- opportunity recognition and innovation development
From ideas to impact
Through lessons, workshops, labs, bootcamps, internships and professional learning experiences, students learn to turn ideas into tangible solutions, ventures and initiatives. The programme builds the ability to navigate complex challenges, connect different fields of knowledge and create meaningful value for businesses, organisations and society.
- Develop the ability to manage complex design projects through analytical, creative and technical methods.
- Understand contemporary design disciplines and the market, organisational, cultural and societal dynamics shaping design decisions.
- Combine research, creativity, business knowledge and strategic thinking to identify opportunities and develop new solutions.
- Apply design management to coordinate people, processes and resources.
- Build leadership, entrepreneurial and critical thinking skills to create long-term value and support responsible transformation.
The programme is addressed to candidates who have at least 12 years of schooling*.
All courses are taught in English. A high level of proficiency in the English language is required.
*In the calculation of the twelve years a pre-school year may be considered as long as the programme includes the teaching of reading and writing of the language of the Country and the first elements of arithmetic (Peru, Costa Rica and Venezuela).
Graduates are prepared for careers at the intersection of design, business, innovation and communication. Professional opportunities include roles such as Business Designer, Design Strategist, Design Entrepreneur, Design Researcher, Product and Service Designer, Brand Designer and Venture Designer.
Depending on the chosen specialisation path, students can further tailor their career towards Business Design Management roles such as Design Manager and Organisational Designer; Entrepreneurship roles including Start-up Founder and Venture Designer; or Marketing and Communication roles such as Strategic Brand Designer, Brand Strategist, Creative Strategist and Art Director.
In the first year, students build a solid foundation in design and business, learning to connect creative thinking with an understanding of markets, materials and production.
Courses such as Design Methodology and Process, Drawing and Prototyping, and 3D Modelling and Rendering develop core design skills, while Marketing and Communication, Innovation by Design and Business Design introduce strategic perspectives. Product Design, Evolution of Design Industry, Materials and Production Processes and Innovative Materials broaden their understanding of how ideas move from concept to viable solutions.
In the second year, students expand their practice by combining design management, digital tools and strategic thinking. Courses such as Interior Design, Design Management, Digital Fabrication, Digital Modeling Tools & Techniques and Contemporary Design Practices strengthen their ability to work across disciplines and technologies.
Specialisation courses including Design Leadership, Entrepreneurial Mindset, Creative Direction, Strategic Branding, Envisioning Scenarios, Trend Forecasting, Interactive Media and Generative AI help students define a more individual and forward-looking design approach.
In the third year, students deepen their chosen direction and prepare for professional practice by addressing design through cultural, organisational, digital and sustainable perspectives.
Courses such as Cultural Anthropology for Design, Designing Future-ready Organizations, Designing Creative Ventures, Marketing and Communication Strategies, Sustainable Materials and Processes, Designing Interfaces, Urban Systems and UX and Service Design support advanced, integrated thinking. Personal Branding and Thought Leadership, Internship/Project Learning Experience, Thesis Workshop, Thesis Tutoring and the Final Project complete the transition toward independent professional practice.
The Bachelor of Arts Course involves the following costs, in addition to the payment of a degree fee to be paid within one month before the course start date, equal to € 540
Matriculation Fee: € 540
Important notice for the 2nd and 3rd year: the full tuition fee shall be increased at a fixed and pre-determined rate of max 2,5%.
EU & EFTA students fee
Annual Fee
€ 12.800
Pre-Enrollment: € 3.000
Tuition: € 9800
Non-EU Students Fee
Annual Fee
€ 16.800
Pre-Enrollment: € 3.000
Tuition: € 13.800
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FAQs – Frequently Asked Questions
The Bachelor of Arts in Design Management lasts 3 years and awards 180 CFA/ECTS. Upon successful completion, students receive a First-Level Academic Degree in Design.
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The Bachelor of Arts in Design Management is taught in English. Applicants are required to demonstrate an appropriate level of English proficiency.
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Applicants must hold a valid secondary school diploma and have completed at least 12 years of previous education. An IELTS 5.0 or equivalent English qualification is also required.
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Students can choose from three specialisation paths: Design Business Management, Entrepreneurship, and Marketing and Communication. Each path develops specific skills aligned with different professional directions in business, ventures, branding and strategy.
Yes. Domus Academy offers scholarship opportunities throughout the year to support deserving students. Available scholarships, eligibility criteria and application procedures vary, so applicants should check the dedicated Domus Academy scholarship portal for current opportunities.
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