Industrial design graduate programs prepare students to create products and systems that optimize value, function and appearance for consumers. Examples of products that industrial designers may develop include cars, toys or home appliances. Through a combination of classroom instruction and experiential learning, students may learn to create design recommendations through models, drawings and descriptions—and work in concert with engineering, marketing, managing and manufacturing groups.
Industrial design graduate programs may be available at the masters, doctorate and certificate level, helping students with many backgrounds and learning needs find an option to help them succeed.