Prototype Impactful Solutions

Acquire the skills and tools needed to develop solutions for market opportunities and test them effectively through prototyping and iteration. Learn to discover user needs, design and prototype products, and iteratively measure and improve towards product-market fit. From finding problem-solution fit to product-market fit, ensure your business idea meets demand and aligns with user needs.

Master methods to deeply understand and empathize with users, designing solutions that authentically address their inherent needs.

Delve into engaging challenges, learn from industry experts, and emerge with the expertise to drive positive change and elevate your career.

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Format

Online / Remote

100% Online

Next intake

3rd March 2025

Application deadline

24th February 2025

Tuition

€1,950

Tuition

€1,950

Duration

3 months

Credits

15 ECTS

Language

English

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*Based on extended payment plan & reductions.

Language

English

Accreditation

State-recognized

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Collaborate on Real world projects with our learning partners:

Your Tutors & Mentors

Leaders with extensive knowledge in their fields will be working with you to help you grow and achieve your goals.

Thomas Funke

Industry Expert, Co-Founder & CEO ToU

Academic and entrepreneur, Dr. Thomas Funke is the Co-Founder and CEO of Tomorrow University of Applied Sciences. Funke has always been an impassioned entrepreneur and also holds over 15 years of experience in the education sector. Thomas is building the university for a better tomorrow to help change makers and aspiring sustainable leaders make an impact on our future.

Thomas Funke

Industry Expert, Co-Founder & CEO ToU

Daniela Peukert

Professor of Design for Sustainability Transformation

Dr. Daniela Peukert is a professor at Tomorrow University of Applied Sciences. As a product designer with a Ph.D. in Sustainability Sciences, she develops sustainable products that have a positive impact. She is an expert in design thinking and user experience research, as well as in the role of design for sustainability transformations. In her research, she explores design prototyping and material metaphors.

Thomas Funke

Industry Expert, Co-Founder & CEO ToU

Use climate sciences to evaluate sustainable actions and policies

This 3-month program is tailored to meet the diverse needs of professionals such as;

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Sustainability managers seeking to go beyond carbon accounting and implement environmental initiatives with impact

Entrepreneurs aiming to develop science-based solutions which create environmental impact

NGO managers who wish to improve the impact of their organization by incorporating science and nature-based solutions

Environmental scientists looking to translate their understanding of natural systems into impactful solutions

Your Curriculum

Each Certificate Program comprises three interrelated challenges, equipping you with unique competencies to conquer current and future hurdles.

Challenge #1

Customer Development

Address the critical issue of building something that customers truly want. Whether working with a real-world question from a practice partner, revisiting previous ideas, or leveraging an existing product, you will identify and interview customers to understand their jobs, pains, and gains.

Challenge #2

Product Development

Building on the principles of problem-solution fit, focus on using evidence to ensure customers care about specific jobs, pains, and gains. Choose a real-world question, revisit previous ideas, or leverage an existing product to identify and interview customers. The outcome includes a comprehensive customer development report.‍

Challenge #3

Measuring, Learning, Iterating

Focus on continuous measurement and learning about your prototype to iterate and improve the product even after the design process is officially "done." You will apply various methods to test your prototype, observe and track user behavior, analyze data, and derive insights for constant product improvement.‍

What you’ll learn

Upon completion, participants will able to:

Find problem-solution fit

Acquire user research skills to generate impactful solutions that meet user needs. Utilize empathy tools for deeper user understanding.

Design user-centric prototypes

Acquire prototyping skills focused on problem-solution fit testing ideate, sketch, and prioritize ideas for user-friendly prototypes.

Discover product-market fit

Understand user preferences through market research feedback Iteratively refine product design features to meet evolving market demand.

Iteration & experimentation

Master methods in user testing, observation behavioral data analysis. Derive actionable insights from experiments data to drive iterative product improvements.

Get The Skills You Need In 3 Steps

Our Impact Certificates are a great way to up-skill in just 3 months. You also gain access to the global ToU community as well as lots of events, workshops, networking opportunities. In the end you’ll earn a certificate and credits that can be applied towards a full degree,.

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Step 1

Sign-up on Tomorrow University’s App for free

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Browse the program curriculum on our App

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Buy the course via our online check-out service.

Long-term vision, short-term results

In just ten weeks, you will learn 21st-century competencies that will not only help you accelerate your professional success but also your impact. Your community is filled with individuals from around the world with diverse backgrounds and expertise.

Enroll now to reserve your spot. Our Admissions Team will reach out to you shortly after.

duration

9 weeks

weekly load

10h

limited cohort

25 people

fees

€1,950

transferrable ects

15 ETCS

Program starts on 3rd March 2025

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We help you identify your mission and shape your learning around what drives you, allowing you to build the skills and expertise you need to make an impact.

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No Exams, 100% Practical

Instead of traditional exams, collaborate on projects with industry partners to solve real-world challenges and gain practical experience..

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Supportive Community

Enjoy a fully integrated online learning environment where you can easily engage with our community, and connect through virtual and in-person events.

No Exams, Challenge-Based Learning

Instead of traditional exams and fictitious projects, you’ll work on hands-on projects with industry partners to solve real-world challenges and gain practical experience.

Remote, but Globally Connected

Enjoy a fully integrated online learning environment where you're never studying in isolation. Engage with fellow learners, collaborative projects, and connect through virtual and in-person events.

Personalized Learning for Real-World Impact

Our curriculum allows you to tailor your learning with countless electives and real-world projects that allow you to apply your knowledge & skills to create meaningful change in areas that matter most to you.

In-Person Meetups & City hubs

To facilitate real-life connections, we've established local city hubs where learners can gather for in-person exchanges, meetings and events.

Throughout the year we also organize regional meetups, workshops, and conferences offering opportunities for learners to connect, network, and build relationships.

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Our mission is to make your education rewarding, meaningful, and deeply connected to what matters most to you.

Upskill for Tomorrow’s Challenges, Today

Equip yourself with practical, specialist knowledge to lead in a rapidly evolving world.

Future-Ready Skills for Real Impact

Learn the tools to innovate, lead, and create lasting change in today’s most critical fields.

Fast-Track Your Career with Purpose-Driven Learning

Master in-demand skills through hands-on projects and global networking opportunities.

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Prototype Impactful Solutions

Master the art of user-centered innovation and product development, from ideation to product-market fit, and propel your career forward with expert guidance and hands-on challenges

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