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A great foundation

IBM believes that systems of the world should work in service of people. At the heart of IBM’s human-centered mission is Enterprise Design Thinking: a framework to solve users’ problems at the speed and scale of modern enterprises.

The creators of this course baked Enterprise Design Thinking into the curriculum so students learn through hands-on experience, led by senior-level professional IBM designers. To become familiar with the framework, students first earn their Enterprise Design Thinking Practitioner Badge.

Enrolled students will also have access to IBM designers to advise on how to apply for a job at IBM via the IBM Careers site, and gain valuable mentorship with the IBM-NCSU Pathfinder Mentoring Program.

Download the Design it Forward sample syllabus for a preview of how we put it all together during your semester-long experience.

Design thinking Resources

Enterprise Design Thinking

Visit this site to start learning and get access to the framework, tools and badge criteria that will become the foundation of your Design it Forward class experience.

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Enterprise Design Thinking Practitioner Badge

Earn the first in a series of digital badges offered by IBM. Coursework is completed online, and you can add your badge to your LinkedIn profile.

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Career & Mentorship Resources

IBM Careers

Search and apply for all IBM job opportunities through the main IBM careers page. For students enrolled in Design it Forward, be sure to let your instructor know if you plan to apply!

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IBM + NC State Pathfinder Mentoring Program

This Facebook community for IBM-NCSU Pathfinder Mentoring Program is a chance for NCSU students to gain insight into their future professional lives by working with a professional, volunteer IBM mentors.

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