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Innovation is not magic, it’s a structured process. This course explores two complementary lenses for driving innovation: disruptive thinking, which helps identify where and why change is needed, and design thinking, which provides a human-centered process for developing solutions. Students gain practical experience applying both frameworks to real organizational and community challenges, building the analytical and creative skills needed to move from problem recognition to actionable solutions.

This capstone course serves as the culmination of the program, integrating leadership knowledge, ethical reasoning, and durable skills to address a real organizational or community challenge. Students move through a full problem-solving arc — from identifying and analyzing a challenge, to gathering evidence and weighing ethical considerations, to designing, testing, and refining a solution, to presenting their work with clarity and purpose. This course demonstrates the ability to lead with intention, think critically, and deliver meaningful impact in complex settings.