The course introduces students to how new technological developments, interconnectedness, and product development with visual programming and AI, IoT, or AR are applied. It will do so with an industry-focused curriculum across multiple sectoral domains. It would allow the participants to appreciate the sectoral applications of digital development, responsive devices, automation, and optimization. It establishes a connection between these technologies and business methodology and opportunities. The participants will amalgamate the learnings with a cross-functional perspective and take those lessons with them into their academic and professional lives. 

This course invites to fulfill the urgent coordination between the makers (IT) and the marketers. It rethinks the practice of design, development, and consumer relationship into a more collaborative process. Co-creation has proven to be one of the most successful ways to generate value, enrich consumers' experiences, and ultimately create products that seamlessly solve real problems.

Blended, in-person week at IPCA, Portugal

Häme University of Applied Sciences (HAMK) Politécnico do Cávado e do Ave (IPCA)

Deliver a feasible smart product prototype that solves a problem presented in the brief;

Get familiar with the opportunities and challenges offered for the new technological developments;

Increase the efficiencies and strategies involved in working in international and multidisciplinary groups;

Establish a unique network of professionals and international cooperation;