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Strategic Design & Management:
Design Strategy & Innovation
Developing innovators at the intersection of design and business.
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Strategic Design & Management:
Design Strategy & Innovation
Developing innovators at the intersection of design and business.
Apply for 2026 Intake
Download Brochure
Talk to an Admissions Counsellor
Strategic Design & Management:
Design Strategy & Innovation
Developing innovators at the intersection of design and business.
Apply for 2026 Intake
Download Brochure
Talk to an Admissions Counsellor
Duration
4 Year Degree - B.Des
Eligibility Criteria
50% in Class XII
(Any Stream) or equivalent IB / A-Levels
Next Intake
July 2026
Session begins from 15th July 2026
Overview
Curriculum Highlights
Career Pathways
Faculty
Success Stories
This program equips students to become leaders who integrate design thinking with strategic business insights, technology, and emerging tools. Students explore design strategy, innovation management, service design, research, and AI-supported analytics while working on live projects and industry collaborations. The curriculum fosters problem-solving, sustainable thinking, and business acumen, preparing graduates for careers as service and experience designers, design strategists, innovation consultants, AI-enabled analysts, and brand experience leaders. Graduates emerge as future-ready innovators capable of shaping impactful solutions across industries.
Service
Intelligence
Brand & Growth
Strategy
Business Model & Venture
Design
Experience
Strategy
Systems & Innovation
Design
ESG & Impact
Strategy
Service & Experience Designer
Design Strategy & Innovation Analyst
Business & Brand Marketing Strategist
Innovation & Business Consultant
Design Research & Insights Specialist
Brand & Experience Strategist
AI & Data-Driven Strategist
Sustainable Design &Innovation Consultant
Ritika
Karnani
Nishly
VB
Ananya
Patil
Akhil
Sain
Ashutosh Deshmukh
Gourav
Keswani
Divya
Bindra
Prushottam S
Mohit
Bhardwaj
Mohit
Bhardwaj
Dr Shoaib
Kanchi
Malhotra
Sumon
Ganatait
Sania
Shaikh
Prem
Colaco
Riddhesh Adarkar
Gavin
Remidos
Surya
Teja
Ishi
Srivastava
Virat
Bapat
Jai
Ranjit
Naresh
Kaushik
Sneha Srinivastava
Amit menon
Analyst - Digital Transformation
Ankita bhatia
Internal Communications Specialist
Bhavya satya
UX Researcher
Devika daga
Agency Partner
Fena maheshwari
Analyst Relations- Google Cloud AI Analyst Relations
Hriday kanakia
Consultant
Krati bishnoi
Infosys
Nandita nair
Associate Trainee
Prajna gognieni
Deloitte
Preet ruparelia
UX Designer
Soumodeep bhowmick
Accenture
Tanvi prashanth
Strategy Consultant

Our Globally Benchmarked Curriculum

Year 1
Year 2
Year 3
Year 4

Semester 1

Laying the foundation for creative thinking and design. Students explore core principles, visual language, and problem-solving skills that prepare them for future learning.
Design Research 1
Use design thinking and visual methods to explore, research, observe patterns, reflect on insights, and craft compelling stories that communicate ideas, inspire action, and create meaningful impact.
Design Studio 1
Design Studio 1 introduces creative exploration through design thinking, observation, research, and storytelling. Students develop problem-solving, visual communication, and reflective practice skills to address real-world challenges.
Drawing Fundamentals 1
Drawing Fundamentals 1 builds core visual skills through observation, sketching, composition, form and technical drawing. Students explore line, shape, proportion, and perspective to strengthen creative expression and design communication.
Imaging 1
Imaging 1 introduces digital and analog imaging techniques, exploring composition, light, and narrative. Students learn visual storytelling, image editing, and creative expression for design and communication.
Space and Materiality
Space and Materiality explores relationships between form, material, and environment. Students experiment with textures, structures, and spatial design to understand sensory impact, function, and creative possibilities.
History in Context to Objects
History in Context to Objects examines cultural, social, and historical influences on objects. Students analyze artifacts to understand design evolution, material significance, and contextual storytelling.
Skill-Up Elective
Skill-Up Elective offers specialized learning opportunities beyond the core curriculum, enabling students to explore emerging tools, creative practices, and interdisciplinary skills that enhance professional growth.
ATLAS Elective

Semester 2

Building confidence in experimentation and observation, students engage in hands-on projects that develop analytical thinking and creativity. The semester deepens design practice, emphasizing research, advanced techniques, sustainability, and user experience, fostering innovation, collaboration, and readiness for real-world challenges.
Design Research 2
Design Research 2 advances research skills, emphasizing observation, data analysis, and user insights. Students apply research backed by design thinking to identify problems, generate solutions, and inform creative strategies.
Design Studio 2
Design Studio 2 builds on creative practice, guiding students to apply research, experimentation, and design thinking in real-world projects, developing problem-solving, collaboration, and visual storytelling skills.
Drawing Fundamentals 2
Drawing Fundamentals 2 deepens observational and visual storytelling skills. Students refine visual communication and expressive techniques for creative design solutions.
Imaging 2
Imaging 2 advances digital and analog imaging techniques, focusing on composition, storytelling, and post-processing. Students create visually compelling narratives and enhance design communication through images.
Sustainable System
Sustainable System explores eco-friendly design principles, material choices, and systemic thinking. Students analyze environmental impact, interdependence of various systems using, and integrate responsible practices into design processes.
Time
Time examines its role as a design element, influencing memory, narrative, information flow, and user experience. Students explore temporal dynamics to create meaningful, engaging designs.
Skill-Up Elective
Skill-Up Elective offers specialized learning opportunities beyond the core curriculum, enabling students to explore emerging tools, creative practices, and interdisciplinary skills that enhance professional growth.
ATLAS Elective
Why our Year 1 outpaces every
other design school?
ISDI School of Design
Multidisciplinary Exposure
Offers a Major–Minor Pathway where students combine core specialization with a secondary focus called a minor.
Integrated Design Thinking
Combines design thinking, observation, and research fostering strategic and creative problem-solving.
Holistic, Future-Ready Learning
Includes forward-looking courses like Sustainable System and Time, focusing on environmental impact.
Other Design Schools
Holistic, Future-Ready Learning
Other design schools follow single-track, restricting students to one specialisation throughout the program.
Theory–Practice Gap
Often separates theory and practice, introducing research much later as an
after-thought.
Aesthetic-Centric Focus
Primarily emphasizes form and aesthetics, with limited focus on sustainability or systems thinking.

Semester 3

Semester 3 develops strategic design skills through visual storytelling, marketing, trend forecasting, and innovation mapping, enabling students to create market-driven, user-centered, and forward-thinking design solutions.
Creative Visualisation
Translates business strategies into compelling visual narratives by applying design principles, typography, composition, and storytelling techniques to effectively communicate brand messages and creative concepts.
Marketing Strategies
Develops comprehensive marketing strategies using branding insights, consumer behavior analysis, and practical case studies, enabling students to create effective, market-driven communication and design solutions.
Trends and Forecasting
Applies user-centered design and prototyping methods to identify emerging trends, anticipate consumer needs, and drive innovation in products, services, and design experiences.
Innovation Roadmap
Builds strategic design capabilities by mapping trends, market dynamics, and creative opportunities, equipping students to drive innovation and make informed, forward-thinking design decisions.
Minor Track
The minor track you choose will continue across all the remaining years of your program.

Semester 4

Semester 4 strengthens strategic design through UX, emerging technologies, data-driven insights, folklore-inspired strategies, and ethical management, fostering innovative, culturally aware, and user-centered business and design solutions.
Fundamentals of Strategic Management
Teaches strategic thinking, business model analysis, and ethical decision-making, equipping students to lead responsibly, create competitive advantage, and drive sustainable organizational success.
UX Design
Builds user experience and human-computer interaction skills, emphasizing research-driven design, usability testing, and intuitive interfaces to create engaging, user-centered digital experiences.
Emerging Technology Tools
Applies emerging technologies such as AR/VR, IoT, and interactive platforms to foster innovation, enhance products, and develop cutting-edge design solutions for business and user experiences.
Folklores driven Strategies
Leverages cultural folklore and narratives to inform design and strategy, creating culturally resonant solutions that connect deeply with users and communities.
Data - Led Design
Uses data insights, analytics, and technological trends to inform design decisions, enabling evidence-based innovation and enhancing product, service, and experience outcomes.
Minor Track
The minor track you choose will continue across all the remaining years of your program.
Why our Year 2 outpaces every
other design
school?
ISDI School of Design
Integrated Strategy
Combines design thinking with business strategy.
Tech & Data-Driven
Labs blend making, testing, and real-world application.
Global + Cultural
Merges local insights with global trends.
Other Design Schools
Separated Focus
Design and business taught independently.
Traditional Methods
Limited exposure to new technologies.
Narrow Context
Minimal cultural or global perspective.

Semester 5

Semester 5 develops user-centered design skills through service and UI design, financial management, and consumer psychology, fostering impactful, intuitive, and strategically informed design solutions.
Service Design
Equips students to design impactful, user-centered service experiences through research, systems thinking, and practical tools that address real-world needs.
UI Strategy for Digital Products
Builds skills in user interface design, focusing on intuitive layouts, interaction principles, and visual hierarchy to create seamless, user-focused digital experiences across platforms.
Basics of Financial Management for Design
Equips students with essential financial management skills, including budgeting, cost analysis, and resource planning, enabling effective management of design projects and strategic decision-making.
Consumer Psychology
Analyzes consumer behavior, motivations, and decision-making processes to inform marketing strategies, design solutions, and user-centered experiences that resonate with target audiences.
Minor Track
The minor track you choose will continue across all the remaining years of your program.

Semester 6

Semester 6 develops design leadership through business blueprinting, digital transformation, innovation management, future-focused strategies, and dynamic portfolio creation, preparing students for impactful, industry-ready careers.
Business Design Blueprinting
Enables students to solve real-world business challenges through design thinking, client-based case studies, and strategic problem-solving, fostering practical, innovative, and user-centered solutions.
Change Management in Creative organizations
Explores how creative teams adapt to evolving market, technology, and cultural shifts through structured change strategies. Focuses on managing resistance, fostering innovation culture, and aligning creative vision with organizational transformation.
Managing Innovation teams
Builds leadership skills to manage and inspire creative teams, facilitating collaboration with industry partners to co-develop innovative, impactful, and market-relevant design solutions.
Design Futures
Explores future trends, emerging technologies, and societal shifts, equipping students to anticipate change and create forward-thinking, innovative design solutions that address evolving user needs.
Portfolio Design - SDM
Guides students in creating professional portfolios using dynamic media, typography, and data-driven storytelling to showcase creative skills, design thinking, and industry readiness.
Minor Track
The minor track you choose will continue across all the remaining years of your program.
Why our Year 3 outpaces every
other design
school?
ISDI School of Design
User-Centered Design
Focus on services, UX, and UI strategy.
Business & Leadership
Financial management, innovation, and team leadership.
Future & Professional Ready
Trends, emerging tech, portfolios, and minor specialization.
Other Design Schools
Basic Design Skills
Limited UX or service integration.
Minimal Business Focus
Few leadership or strategic skills.
Traditional Approach
Limited future trends or portfolio guidance.

Semester 7

This semester develops strategic and entrepreneurial skills through systems thinking, ESG frameworks, change management, and practical toolkits, preparing students to lead impactful, sustainable, and innovative organizational solutions.
Systems Thinking
Applies systems thinking principles to analyze complex challenges, understand interdependencies, and develop holistic, innovative solutions that address organizational, social, and design-related problems effectively.
The Startup Canvas: Designing Entrepreneurial Success
Develops entrepreneurial strategies and business models, enabling students to ideate, validate, and implement new ventures while balancing market opportunities, innovation, and sustainable growth.
ESG Impact and Redesign
Combines sustainability, digital transformation, and brand leadership to apply ESG frameworks that drive responsible innovation and create lasting social and environmental impact.
Workshops and Toolkits
Provides practical workshops and toolkits for applying strategic design methods in real-world contexts, equipping students with actionable skills, frameworks, and collaborative problem-solving techniques.
Minor Track
The minor track you choose will continue across all the remaining years of your program.

Semester 8

The capstone semester guides students through project exploration, execution, research, thesis writing, and public display, culminating in innovative, polished, and professionally presented design solutions.
Capstone Project Exploration
Guides students to identify, research, and define a meaningful design challenge, exploring opportunities, user needs, and conceptual directions while receiving mentorship for innovative project development.
Capstone Project Execution
Supports the development and realization of the capstone project through structured design processes, iterative prototyping, technical refinement, and mentor guidance to produce polished, functional outcomes.
Research Writing and Thesis book
Develops skills in critical research, reflective writing, and documentation, enabling students to articulate insights, methodology, and design decisions in a comprehensive, professional thesis.
Minor Track
The minor track you choose will continue across all the remaining years of your program.
Why our Year 4 outpaces every
other design
school?
ISDI School of Design
Strategic & Systems Thinking
Analyze complex challenges and create holistic, innovative solutions.
Entrepreneurship & ESG
Develop startups, sustainable strategies, and responsible innovation frameworks.
Capstone & Research Excellence
Mentored capstone projects, practical workshops, and professional research writing.
Other Design Schools
Narrow Problem Solving
Focuses on isolated design issues without systemic perspective.
Limited Real-World Impact
Few opportunities for entrepreneurial or ESG-focused projects.
Minimal Project Guidance
Less structured mentorship, workshops, or thesis support.
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Admissions — The Design Way

Admissions in 4 Creative Steps
Know more
01
Submit the Application Form
Apply for July 2026 Intake
02
Creative Aptitude Test
03
Portfolio Review + Interview
04
Final Selection & Offer Letter
Eligibility
Indian Boards (ISC / CBSE / State Boards)
  • Minimum 50% overall in Class XII
A-Levels (UK)
  • Minimum grades A, B, or C in any 2 subjects
  • Total of 3 subjects required
International Baccalaureate (IB)
A minimum of 24 points, including:
  • 3 Higher Level (HL) subjects
  • 3 Standard Level (SL) subjects
Application Fee: ₹3,500
Once you receive the offer letter, pay an enrollment fee of INR 50,000 and block your seat
Fee Structure
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Why Strategic Design & Management:
Design Strategy & Innovation at ISDI x Parsons
Design for Real Life,
Not Just Portfolios
Our classrooms are live labs. You’ll ideate, iterate, fail, restart, and refine in spaces designed for doing, not just thinking.
Design With A
Global Perspective
Curriculum shaped by Parsons,
New York — reimagined for today’s
Indian context.
Your Mentors Are
Also Makers
Learn from practicing designers, strategists, and studio founders —
the people who design the world
you interact with.
Everything is a
Studio Experience
Our classrooms are live labs. You’ll ideate, iterate, fail, restart, and refine in spaces designed for doing, not just thinking.
The Future is Cross-
Disciplinary
Work alongside fashion designers, product innovators, entrepreneurs, coders, and media artists — because good ideas don’t exist in silos.

Where concepts meet execution,
in and beyond the classroom.

At ISDI, every project becomes part of a career-ready portfolio. From hands-on labs and design sprints to brand collaborations, internships, hackathons, and industry showcases, you graduate with real-world experience and work that speaks for itself.
Out-of-Classroom Learning
In-Classroom Learning
Google Office Hyderabad - 2024 - Full day workshop ith the design, strategy and UX team
Atlas Skilltech University students collaborated with IGNCA ABCD for a workshop with Sharanpur carving artisans at IGNCA L1 Barrack, Red Fort. The session showcased the intricate designs and hands-on processes used by the craftsmen.
IITIC hyderabad - Half a day visit to the incubation center
The session covered startup basics, incubation support, deeptech, and funding at ITIC. We explored 3D printing, drone tech, and innovative projects, emphasizing research, sustainability, and learning from failures.
Dr. Reddy's - Hyderabad
Students visited the Dr. Reddy's campus to understand how design thinking is applied to real world challenges.
Kyndryl - Banglore
Students visited Kyndryl and understood the ecosystem focusing on Fintech and UX, They were given a design brief which then continued for 3 months with online reviews, teaching with the Kyndryl team.
PARAM Innovation
We explored product innovation, co-creation, and science as a playful, experimental process. Creative installations showed nature-inspired mechanisms, the 9 rasas, and engaging models of planetary motion.
ConSERV’25
ConSERV’25, an exclusive service design conference by SDM exploring innovative solutions in healthcare and Climate change.
Colgate live project
Students worked with the colgate innovation department to do a research project understanding the definition of "BEAUTY" from the GenZ perspective - Colgate also conducted a Hackathon where the Winners of the Hackathon - 1 team SDM students given an internship
Icord
Students convert their class projects to research papers and apply to national conferences - Icord 25' had 2 research papaers from SDM students and a runner up entry for the Design competition on social Impact
Menstrubin - A servide design project for residential buildings
Atlas Skilltech University students collaborated with IGNCA ABCD for a workshop with Sharanpur carving artisans at IGNCA L1 Barrack, Red Fort. The session showcased the intricate designs and hands-on processes used by the craftsmen.
SmashSYnc - A athlete management system for Badminton players - UX/UI project
A badminton athlete management system that tracks and analyzes players’ health and performance through technical, tactical, physical, and physiological data over time.
Rescue OPS - An arcade game design changing the behaviour for fire safety demonstrations
A gamified fire safety model a 5-minute rescue game placed on each floor where students can play during breaks, earn points, and learn fire safety through engaging, hands-on experience.
Taruvar - Business growth for organic offline store n
A live project with Chennai-based organic store Taruvar, where students developed a unified branding and marketing strategy to boost awareness, engagement, and customer retention in a competitive e-commerce landscape.
Superkicks - An ESG strategy case study to build a greener brand
Students worked on a live project with superkicks to analyse the current operations of the brand using the GRI framework - They then did a risk analysis of the brand and build strategies for them to improve their ESG rating
Swirl - A healthy icecream alternative for Amul
Amul as a brand is struggling to make its mark in the healthy space - Swirl is the sreation of a new vertical with a strategic plan to launch a new vertical to compete with other healthy brands of ice-cream in the market.

Student Projects in Motion

Where creativity meets momentum
Praksha Jethwa
Amey Bardapurkar
Mabel Jain
Bipasha Kapadia
Radhika Kolhatkar
Ria Nerurkar
Tanisha Raje
Rishi Agarwal

Student Voices: Real Voices from the Program

Hear from our students
I like studio day because of how collaborative it is. We get to see the work of different specializations.
Sana Satpute
Class of 2025
I get very inspired looking at the work of my peers. We designed a game with the basis of consumer psychology
Palak Agarwal
Class of 2025
Studio Day taught me how to pitch a product and it gave me the confidence to do it in a large group of people
Aditi Padmakar Jagtap
Class of 2025

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ISDI provides B. Des to its students in various subjects. The undergraduate B. Des programme is a four-year course that enables students to enhance their focus on strategic thinking, design, and innovation. 

The undergraduate B. Des program offers 7 programs in various design subjects, such as:

  • Communication Design

  • Fashion Design

  • Fashion Communication & Styling

  • Interior Design

  • Product Design

  • Strategic Design Management

  • Animation & VFX

The postgraduate programme focuses on entrepreneurial and design thinking skills.

ISDI is a well-known institution for many reasons. Its exclusive collaboration with Parsons School of Design stems from its position as a renowned institution. The key factors setting ISDI apart are:

  • Location: It is in the heart of Mumbai and surrounded by the best design organisations.

  • Industry-focused approach: With industry stalwarts and meteors guiding students, individuals not only learn from practical knowledge but also learn from experience.

  • Networking: Students can work and interact with professionals in other fields, strengthening their networking skills. 

  • Global curriculum: The curriculum has been meticulously designed to prepare students for national and international work opportunities.

Experiential learning: ISDI believes in going beyond traditional learning, and utilises advanced technology to nurture creativity among students.

Yes, ISDI offers guest lectures and masterclasses as a part of the curriculum. International voices and mentors lead classes with its exclusive partnership with Parsons School of Design (Parsons faculty often visits ISDI and students learn from them here in India). Integrating a masterclass allows students to expand their cultural understanding, too. We introduce students to a variety of workshops and masterclasses that help expand their interests and solidify their vision.

ISDI hosted  Parsons Week 2025, in partnership with ISDI,  from March 23-28, 2025, featuring a week of design-focused events and sessions led by faculty from the renowned Parsons School of Design. During their visit to ISDI, they offered masterclasses and portfolio review sessions as well.

Yes. ISDI offers global opportunities, too. Students get opportunity to study overseas, during immersive excursion one such example is Paris where students visited colleges such as

  • Students can study in Paris and participate in industry visits and workshops. 

  • Partnership with Parsons School of Design ensures that thinking strategies, global tools, and methodologies are a part of the curriculum.

ISDI stands out from other design schools through its partnership with Parsons School of Design. Its urban-rich culture setting ensures students learn thoroughly. ISDI stands out from other design schools due to its unique features:

  • A rich curriculum benefits from its collaboration with Parsons School of Design.

  • Real-world internships and masterclasses

  • Diverse networking

  • Strategic thinking nurtured by industry experts

Yes, the curriculum is developed in collaboration with Parsons School of Design. The B Des curriculum is meticulously designed to allow students to benefit from it. The global curriculum expands their horizon of understanding and ensures they are able to face challenges and secure lucrative opportunities.

The ISDI - School of Design & Innovation has received curriculum development support from Parsons School of Design since its establishment in 2013.

This unique partnership for curricular excellence ensures ISDI students have access to a global contemporaneity curriculum and proven teaching and learning methods enabling our students to be the design leaders of the future.

ISDI has designed its curriculum in collaboration with Parsons School of Design. The curriculum ensures academic excellence and alignment with industry by:

  • Design professionals design curriculum.

  • Professionals hold masterclasses for students to learn from experience.

  • Students are encouraged to take up projects which challenge them to face real-life design challenges.

  • Working on projects with industry-leading companies

  • Regular workshops held by industry professionals

ISDI integrates industry into its curriculum in several ways. We aim to blend classroom learning with real-world experience. The industry learnings are integrated through:

  • Masterclasses with experts

  • Industry-led collaborations and projects

  • Hackathon for understanding real-life disciplines

  • Visits to different design studios for better learning

Yes, ATLAS ISDI organises live projects with brands as part of its curriculum. The thoughtfully curated curriculum is in collaboration with Parsons School of Design. The curriculum includes internships with top brands. This internship nurtures

  • Applying theoretical knowledge to real-life problems

  • Strengthen problem-solving skills

  • Build a strong portfolio

  • Learn from the experience of senior citizens.

  • Guided by industry experts

ISDI has always aimed to create a safe and immersive campus as well as a learning experience for its students. With a thoughtful curriculum in collaboration with the renowned Parsons School of Design, every design module for specialisation is distinct and focuses on strengthening the design principles. The student experience at ATLAS ISDI includes:

  • Students get to participate in various competitions, which channel their design creativity.

  • Students are made to participate in various workshops.

  • Students have to work on several projects and increase their networking and communication skills.

  • Students participate in various college festivals and experience personal growth through faculty-led discussions and talks

ISDI has an exclusive campus. Renowned for its infrastructure and thoroughly curated curriculum, the institution allows students to widen their area of learning. With our recent NAAC A Grade certification, our campus provides its students with:

  • The campus features large laboratories, designer studios, fashion technology zones, and various other spaces where students can explore and showcase their creativity.

  • Immersive workshops for strengthening design principles, along with frequent visits to design studios, inspire the students.

  • Students can learn from experts through frequent immersive workshops held in design studios.

  • Design Studios

  • Fashion Lab

  • Product Lab (Workshop)

  • Fashion Studio

  • Digital + UX Labs

  • Maker Spaces

ISDI offers its students a variety of events for them to participate in and cherish their campus life. From flagship events to cultural events, ATLAS ISDI is always thriving throughout the year. Extracurricular activities offered by ATLAS ISDI are:

  • Design Events

  • Startup-Streets

  • Industry Masterclasses, Workshops, RTCs

  • Master’s Admissions Events

  • Placement & Career Events

  • Fests & Cultural Showcase

  • Hackathons & Challenges

  • Podcasts & Fireside Chats etc.

These interactions boost engagement by allowing students to display projects, share ideas, and connect with visitors.

Yes, ISDI requires an entrance exam for design programmes. The admission process has been designed to gauge the design skills and communication skills of the students. The ISDI admission entrance exam consists of:

  • Portfolio upload or design project holding a 40% weightage

  • The online aptitude test holds a substantial weightage of 40%.

  • Along with tests, there is a round of private interviews as well, which test the students' reasoning and analytical skills.

The process to apply for ISDI’s B.Des program is extremely simple. ISDI focuses on inclusivity, and our admissions process has been designed for individuals to seek their desired design specialisation. The admission process follows these steps:

  • Submitting the portfolio

  • Those students who do not have a portfolio can also complete a design project listed by ATLAS ISDI.

  • Along with submitting a portfolio and/or design project, there is an aptitude test which gauges the student’s communication skills.

  • The last test is the private interview test. This test allows our panel to understand the ambitions and goals of the students.

ISDI is among the renowned institutions for the B. Des Program. The eligibility criteria for ISDI are:

Students currently studying in Grade 12 and appearing for their 10+2 board exams are eligible to apply. This includes boards like:

  1. CBSE

  2. ICSE

  3. HSC (Maharashtra)

  4. IGCSE A-Levels

  5. The IB Diploma Program (IBDP) 

  6. Any recognised national or international equivalent.

At ISDI, there is no stream restriction; students from Arts, Commerce, or Science backgrounds are welcome. What matters most is your interest in design, creativity, and innovation. So if you are a science student with a profound interest in design and art, you can give wings to your dreams here at ISDI.

Yes, students are required to submit their design portfolio. Students can:

  • Upload their portfolio while working on their IDSI Challenge

  • The portfolio should contain eight to ten pieces of your best work that proficiently display your design skills. 

  • These pieces can be animated, painted, or sketched according to the student's preference.

Those students who do not have a portfolio can simply:

  • Complete the ISDI Design Project

  • Create a visual work inspired by any ONE of the given themes: One World | Tracing Nature | Translating Tomorrow

  • All forms of design are acceptable, including drawing, video, photography, sculpture, 3D work, collage, and digital images. 

  • Support your project by writing a 500-word essay describing how you developed your ideas.

A. Yes, students who are not in a design program can also apply to study ISDI. We have always believed in inclusivity, and our dynamic selection process ensures that students from diverse backgrounds, including those without a design background, can apply.

Career opportunities after graduating from ISDI are innumerable. Graduates can work as:

  • Art Director

  • Brand Manager

  • Digital Transformation Analyst

  • E?commerce Brand Strategist

  • Design Consultant

  • UX Research Analyst

  • Strategy Consultant

  • Fashion Designer

ISDI has always believed in supporting students beyond their campus as well. Our committee works diligently to help students secure their desired jobs. ISDI assists students in building a strong portfolio by providing:

  • Hands-on experience working in a state-of-the-art lab with cutting-edge design tools.

  • A curriculum that emphasises experiential learning and interdisciplinary approaches will introduce projects that enable students to learn and overcome the challenges they regularly face in their field of study.

  • Our guidance and placement committee provides comprehensive support to help students secure the right internship and lucrative opportunities.

A. ISDI helps the students in building a portfolio and guiding them through job placements as well. We help students by:

  • Having projects which enhance their portfolio

  • Guest lectures and masterclasses

  • SOPs

  • Projects which are a compulsory part of modules

  • Documentation of the project as a part of the portfolio

ISDI always ensures a promising future for its students. Our committee oversees every student's secure internships with top organisations that match their specialisations and career goals. 

  • Interns can work with renowned companies.

  • Work for esteemed designers

  • Gain hands-on experience with live projects and internships

  • Committees are made to make job hunting easy.

ISDI has an astounding record for placements. ATLAS ISDI has a placement committee which works dedicatedly for every student to ensure their placements. The committee guides the students to reach out to a job where their expertise can shine. The curriculum allows students to gain skills, which are:

  • Work for alumni organisations.

  • Work on certifications, which strengthen their credibility.

  • They should maintain an attractive portfolio that aids in securing better placements.

Yes, ATLAS ISDI supports entrepreneurship. The thoughtfully curated module, in collaboration with Parsons School of Design, is designed for students to learn about the principles as well as the dynamics of business. The curriculum is mostly aimed at:

  • The curriculum aims to integrate management with technology and emerging design principles in order to enhance students' skills.

  • Students are encouraged to join the evolving design ecosystem and become innovative designers or entrepreneurs.

  • The global immersion curriculum helps students understand the complexities of the business field, which arise in the design landscape.

Yes, ISDI graduates who have completed their design programme can effortlessly open their own ventures. This can be easily achieved because:

  • ISDI curates a curriculum that includes modules on entrepreneurial leadership. The modules encourage a business mindset with innovation and design in the lead. 

  • The learning environment at ISDI is nurtured by a mentorship ecosystem where industry stalwarts lead masterclasses for students.

  • Students gain comprehensive knowledge about innovation, entrepreneurship, and practical challenges.

  • Graduates graduate with a mindset that combines design and entrepreneurship skills, which are crucial for their venture. 

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