Overview
The XR-Driven Design Thinking and Innovation course from EIT Manufacturing Academy blends academic rigour with hands-on practice, offering participants the skills to manage and deliver innovation projects powered by XR technologies.
This programme is designed for professionals and graduates eager to explore how XR can create tangible business and societal impact:
- Innovation & R&D Managers seeking to leverage XR for new product development and digital transformation.
- Entrepreneurs & startup founders developing immersive or Industry 4.0 solutions.
- Consultants & freelancers specialising in user experience, product design, or business innovation.
Young professionals & graduates in STEM or design fields aiming to build XR expertise and boost employability.
By the end of the course, participants will be able to:
- Integrate Design Thinking principles with XR tools to drive innovation in projects.
- Design and prototype immersive XR experiences addressing real user needs.
- Evaluate and communicate the business value and impact of XR technologies.
- Combine AI, IoT, and data-driven approaches to extend XR applications.
- Develop a strategic innovation roadmap for implementation within their organisation or startup.
Programme Structure
Courses include:
Digital Entrepreneurship & Innovation Management
Human-Centred Design for XR
XR Technologies & Tools
Evaluation & Impact Assessment
Business Case Studies
Innovation Studio
Key information
Duration
- Full-time
- 4 months
Start dates & application deadlines
- Starting
- Apply before
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Language
English
Credits
10 ECTS
Delivered
Online
Campus Location
- Vienna, Austria
Disciplines
Design Innovation ManagementWhat students do after studying
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Academic requirements
We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.
English requirements
We are not aware of any English requirements for this programme.
Other requirements
General requirements
English: B2 is sufficient to join the course
No specific background needed, but the students should be familiar with XR tools in general, as the course will cover technical aspects and structured design thinking methodologies
A high school diploma is required.
Tuition Fees
Tuition fees are shown in and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.
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International Applies to you
Applies to youNon-residents3500 EUR / full≈ 3500 EUR / full -
EU/EEA Applies to you
Applies to youEU/EEA Nationals3500 EUR / full≈ 3500 EUR / full
Funding
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