This advanced Master's program focuses on the strategic application of industrial design principles to create innovative products and systems, emphasizing user-centered design and advanced research methodologies. Students will gain expertise in areas such as advanced product design, design strategy, user experience research, and advanced prototyping. The STEM classification allows graduates to apply for 3 years of Optional Practical Training (OPT) in the USA. The program emphasizes the development of advanced design skills, strategic thinking, and a human-centered approach to design, preparing students for leadership roles in product design, design strategy, and design research.

(Career options are highly dependent on chosen specializations, portfolio, and experience. The STEM classification can enhance opportunities in technology-related fields. Potential paths include but are not limited to:) Roles in: Senior Product Designer, Design Strategist, Design Researcher (Advanced), Design Manager, Innovation Consultant, User Experience (UX) Research Lead, Advanced Prototyping Specialist, Design Director, (Potentially roles in related design firms, manufacturing companies, technology companies, and consulting firms)

- Highly ranked public university with a world-leading drive for innovation
- Consistently the #1 US public university chosen by international students
- Tempe campus is home to hundreds of degree programs, first-rate research facilities and big sporting events
- STEM-classified degree: graduates are eligible for 3 years of Optional Practical Training (OPT) in the USA.
- Herberger Institute for Design and the Arts, ASU's Design School, the largest and most comprehensive design school in the USA.