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Master of Strategic Design Leadership

Chicago, United States
2 years
English
Online
Master

About the program

Master of Science in Strategic Design Leadership at Illinois Tech: using design to lead organisations, Taught part-time.

Program highlights

Internship available: no
Placement support: yes
Work during study: yes
Post-study work rights (1 year): yes
PR pathway friendly: no

What you will learn

Apply creative design methods. Develop and communicate visual or product concepts. Use relevant digital and production tools. Evaluate user
Market
And cultural contexts. Refine design work through research and critique.

Career outcomes

Designer
Creative Strategist
Design Coordinator
Visual Communication Specialist
Creative Project Manager

Curriculum

Part-time programme combining online evening classes with three-day in-person immersions in the middle of each fall and spring semester. Blends theory and hands-on practice in innovation methods
Market insight and human-centred design. Ideal applicants have eight years of professional experience.

Entry requirements

Academic

Four-year bachelor's degree (or equivalent) from an accredited institution with a cumulative GPA of at least 3.0/4.0 or equivalent; GRE optional for master's (individual departments may differ)

Accepted academic background

Four-year bachelor's degree (or equivalent) from an accredited institution with a cumulative GPA of at least 3.0/4.0 or equivalent; GRE optional for master's (individual departments may differ)

Language tests

IELTS 6.5
TOEFL iBT 80
Duolingo 115

Other requirements

Portfolio required

Documents you’ll need

Completed application form
Passport or government identification
Academic transcripts
Bachelor degree certificate
Curriculum vitae
English or teaching-language proficiency evidence
Portfolio

How to apply

Review postgraduate entry requirements. Prepare undergraduate transcripts and degree certificates. Prepare a curriculum vitae and supporting documents. Complete the online application. Submit teaching-language proficiency evidence if required. Submit the required portfolio. Pay the application fee and acceptance deposit. Await the admission decision. Complete enrolment and student visa steps after accepting the offer.

Other costs

Tuition per year	$35,575 USD
Application fee	$100 USD
Deposit	$300 USD

Program details

Campus	Mies Campus
Faculty or school	School of Design and Society
Department	Art and Design
Teaching language	English
Credit value	36
Study pace	Flexible,Fixed
Post-study stay	1 year
Scholarship note	Institutional merit scholarship opportunities are available to eligible applicants, With award criteria and deadlines varying by admission category.

Intakes and deadlines

Program starts
January 2027
Apply by
15 Jun 2027
214 days left
Program starts
August 2027
Apply by
15 Jun 2027
214 days left

Frequently asked questions

The program takes 2 years.