Language

Portoguese

Start date

October 2026

Frequency

Evening

Fruition

Blended

Duration

400 Hours

Course Coordination

Laercio Marques

IED São Paulo’s Mater Programme in Strategic Design and Innovation develops the strategic reasoning of students in order to enable them to lead projects in their fields by combining creativity and technical competence to generate innovation. It has been a long time since Design was seen as a mere makeover to become a key part of the feasibility and success of a brand, product, or service. This programme was created to meet a strong market demand for these new professionals.

Thinking strategically requires a broad and solid background that includes not only technical knowledge of design, but also advanced research practices, notions of Design Thinking, innovation, branding, cool hunting, as well as Marketing and Integrated Communication.

The courses were designed considering the conceptual, operational and planning, dealing with the various stages within the various types of events, giving a larger view on the events sector and its possibilities of action.

Information to decide

Capable of conceiving or repositioning a product or service and managing projects, research, and managing teams, the Strategic Design professionals meet the most advanced demands of the market and are qualified to become leaders in their segments and ventures. The professional formed by the IED São Paulo’s Mater Programme of Strategic Design can work in a vast selection of segments, ranging from Graphic Design to Architecture, including Engineering, Marketing, Research, and Trends, among others. This professional must think in an integrated way and sign projects that span from briefing to communication and commercialization.

Faculty

Course Coordinator

Laercio Marques

Anderson Penha

Caio Vassão

Clara Bidorini

Cláudia Alves Gama

Claudio Boni

Eduardo Strang

Fernanda Divitiis

Francisco Albuquerque

Indio San

Marcio Fabio

Maurício Medeiros

Pedro Rivas

Robson Santos

Rodrigo Correia do Amaral

Tatiana Souza

Vinícius do Valle

Lorena Gamboa

Beatriz Futlik

Camilla Annarumma

Fabiano Virginio Pereira

What people say

News

16 October 2026

The Word for Border is Water

IED participates for the third time at the Class of 26 exhibition during Dutch Design Week

16 October 2026

From Zero to Future 2026

Opening of the Academic Year in Visual Arts and Communication with a Three-Day Workshop for New Students

06 October 2026

Public Program IED.60, October 2026

This month, IED’s Public Program continues to take design beyond the classroom, creating opportunities for dialogue with audiences, cultural institutions, businesses and professional communities.

01 October 2026

Marco Rainò is the new Scientific Leader of the Master of Arts in Interior Design

IED Torino welcomes Marco Rainò, architect, designer and independent curator, who takes on the role of Scientific Leader of the Master of Arts in Interior Design.

18 September 2026

Inclusion, equity and diversity: the journey continues

One year after achieving the UNI/PdR 125:2022 certification, we reaffirm our commitment to fostering an increasingly inclusive, equitable workplace culture that values diversity.

11 September 2026

Issue 4: Material World - Plural Intelligences

What happens when we recognize the intelligence of materials and learn to work with it responsibly, collectively, and collaboratively?

07 September 2026

Fashion show and festival: the IED Public Programme is back

In September, IED's Public Program returns with a calendar of events across its campuses in Italy and Spain, offering opportunities for dialogue, exchange and discovery open to the community and the wider public.

07 September 2026

IED Madrid Alumni Talent at OMODA Madrid es Moda 2026

Designers and IED Madrid alumni Luis Berrendero and Carlota Barrera have taken part in this edition’s programme, alongside other IED Madrid initiatives such as its Fashion Show 2026 and the event with Roberto Verino.

28 August 2026

What does sustainability mean for a design school?

When discussing sustainability, the debate often focuses on environmental impacts and the responsible use of resources. But what does sustainability mean, in practical terms, for a school that educates future designers, creatives and professionals capable of driving change?

Don't miss it

Exhibitions and Festival

08 October 2026 - 31 October 2026

Turin

IED Torino x Torino Design City

From October 8 to 31, 2026, IED Torino will take part with three student projects exploring ecological and environmental transition, as part of a programme of exhibitions, talks and workshops focused on design and innovation.

Interior of an educational center with a courtyard with plants, stairs and banners
Workshop

21 October 2026 - 21 October 2026

Barcelona

Strategic Design Clinic: What we need to disrupt the future

A collaborative experience within the framework of Barcelona Design Week that brings together alumni, professionals, innovation leaders, students and experts in Strategic Design Management to address real-world challenges through strategic thinking and design.