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PhD of Design Management
- Subang Jaya, Malaysia
- 3 years
- English
- On campus
- PhD
About the program
Three-semester German-taught master in strategic design and innovation leadership.
Program highlights
- Internship available: yes
- Placement support: yes
- Work during study: yes
- Post-study work rights (1): yes
- PR pathway friendly: no
What you will learn
- Learners studying Design Management can develop the ability to analyse organisational and market information
- Evaluate financial and operational decisions
- Communicate recommendations and consider responsible business practices
- And apply advanced analytical or reflective approaches to complex work. These are indicative learning goals
- Not a confirmed list of the university's assessed course outcomes.
Career outcomes
- Design manager
- Product manager
- Innovation manager
- Design consultant
- Creative director
- Art director
- Strategic designer
- Marketing director
- Brand manager
- Trend researcher
- Design agencies
- Consulting firms
Curriculum
- Three semesters
- 90 ECTS. Modules cover leadership
- Experience design thinking
- Brand identity
- Culture
- Digital product development
- Strategic innovation
- Future and trend research
- Marketing and markets
- And academic research. Focus: design thinking and future research 35%
- Design management 25%
- Marketing and start-up foundation 25%
- Leadership 15%.
Entry requirements
Academic
- A Recognised Master's Degree preferably in Art and Design or a relevant field Equivalent qualification and / or experience which is recognised by the Senate / institution Candidates are required to submit a research proposal
- A Pass in an interview
- Master's degree
- No minimum grade published.
Accepted academic background
Master's degree in the field or related field, Research proposal and two academic referee reports.
Documents you’ll need
- Academic Transcripts
- Passport Copy
- Curriculum Vitae
- Research Proposal.
How to apply
- Check research entry requirements and identify a suitable research area or supervisor where applicable. Prepare academic transcripts and relevant research supporting documents. Submit the postgraduate research application and respond to any requests for additional information. Complete enrollment and visa steps after an offer if applicable.
Other costs
| Tuition per year | $5,696 USD |
|---|---|
| Application fee | $75 USD |
| Deposit | RM3,000 MYR |
Program details
| Campus | Taylor's Lakeside Campus, Subang Jaya |
|---|---|
| Faculty or school | The Design School at Taylor's |
| Department | Business and Management |
| Teaching language | English |
| Credit value | 120 |
| Study pace | Fixed |
| Post-study stay | 1 |
| Scholarship note | See https://university. Taylors. Edu. My/en/study/scholarships-and-financial-aid/postgraduate-scholarships. Html. |
Intakes and deadlines
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February 2027
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Frequently asked questions
The program takes 3 years.
Tuition is $5,696 USD per year. The application fee is $75 USD. The deposit is RM3,000 MYR. The estimated living cost is RM30,000 MYR.

