Aarya Kunte, MDes Innovation and Environmental Design, 2023.

International Management and Design Innovation

Award
MSc International Management and Design Innovation
Location
Glasgow
School
School of Innovation and Technology
Applications
Direct to The University of Glasgow

Programme overview

This masters programme is offered by The University of Glasgow and taught in partnership with The Glasgow School of Art. While management and business lectures are delivered at The University of Glasgow, the GSA elements of the programme are geared towards providing students with a skillset in design process and critical thinking. The programme is delivered over one year, in three stages of 15 weeks via a series of taught workshops, tutorials, studio projects, lectures, seminar-based sessions and self-directed learning. The programme’s emphasis is on the interplay between user-led practices of Design Innovation, underpinned by the social, technological and economic context of contemporary business management models and design practice. The programme aims to prepare students for several potential pathways in a future career, such as entry into a professional design/management consultancy environment, working as an independent consultant, pursuing further academic study by research, or taking on a management or strategic role within a company or public sector organisation. All GSA degree programmes are validated by the University of Glasgow.

Maura Noventha, MSc International Management & Design Innovation, 2023.

Application Guidelines + Digital Portfolio

Maura Noventha, MSc International Management & Design Innovation, 2023

This guide contains important information including entry requirements, English language requirements, the application process and sample portfolios.

How to apply

More on how to apply for all of our postgraduate programmes.

Ramona Lindsay, Painting and Printmaking, 2023.

Staff

Programme Leader

Michael Johnson

Programme Staff

Sarah Ahmad

Antara Kulkarni, MSc Design Innovation & International Management, 2024.

Postgraduate Showcase

Join us for Postgraduate Degree Show - immerse yourself in our digital showcase of graduating students' work and see final year projects from students of this programme.

Chuan Du, MLitt Fine Art Practice, 2023.

Graduate destinations

The digital portfolio is a very important part of your application to study at The Glasgow School of Art. It is a collection of images of your design work laid out clearly to demonstrate your ideas, skills, interests and suitability for the programme you are applying to. Uploading a digital portfolio is mandatory for all postgraduate taught degrees in the School of Design except MSc Product Design Engineering. Applicants to this programme have the option to upload if you have relevant project work from previous experience. Your digital portfolio should show recently completed and/or work-in-progress including research, development work, evidence of exploration, as well as resolved pieces. Admissions staff assess your application form, digital portfolio, and personal sta

Indicative Programme Costs

Information for future students on planning your budget, studio and workshop access, technical services, study abroad and exchange, library and further support.

Scholarships

Scholarships are available for this programme. Check our dedicated Scholarships page to find out more about the GSA's Financial Support Scholarships and eligibility. The deadline for Scholarship applications for 2026/27 entry is 29 May 2026 at 16.00 hours (GMT).

Image: Swapnil Bapat, Unlocking Student Potential: Applying Insights Discovery to Transform Career Guidance in Higher Education (MDes in Design Innovation and Service Design, 2025)

Resource Lists

Visit the library for the specialist reading lists for this programme. Key resources are expected to be read/viewed by all students enrolled on this course during study. You can also find wider and suggested reading on the subject, with many of the contents available to read online once students have enrolled on the programme.

Weronika Siuda, Textile Design, 2018.

International Students + VISAs

As one of the leading art schools in the UK, The Glasgow School of Art welcomes international students to all of its programmes. The School offers an environment in which difference is encouraged and diversity of background and approach is valued.

Ka Ki Wong, MDes Photography, 2017.

Exchange & Study Abroad

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This programme participates in the Associate Student Scheme

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Kate Timney, MLitt Art Writing School of Fine Art, 2023.