IDEA 555 - Managing Design for Defense

Spring 2026

3 credits

Interdisciplinary teams work on national security challenges in close contact with national security agencies (sponsors). Utilizing entrepreneurial thinking, lead and manage teams of undergraduates as they work to employ the Lean Launchpad methodology and develop concepts to solve real-world challenges for sponsors in special operations forces, the intelligence community, and government agencies.
Bachelor's degree required.

Prerequisite

BUS 600-699--at least 3 credits or IDEA 510 or MGT 600-699--at least 3 credits.. Credit not allowed for both IDEA 555 and MGT 555

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Section 801 (Online)

Section canceled

Date

Jan 20 - May 10, 2026 (16 wks.)
Time:

Asynchronous
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Drop and withdrawal deadlines
- 100% tuition and fees refunded
  
  February 4, 2026
- 50% tuition refunded with 'W' grade
  
  March 23, 2026
- No tuition refunded and 'W' grade
  
  April 17, 2026
Tuition

$2,142

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