Dipl. Head of Process & Product Innovation NDS HF

As Head of Product & Process Innovation NDS HF, you actively drive change in the area of innovation and design of operational products and processes. This degree program shows you the modern technological possibilities and the latest trends and drivers of digitalization. Combined with your profound know-how, you will be a sought-after expert on the job market.

Terms such as vision, analysis, product and process design are used to describe the design of innovative products and services. Lean processes, high quality and ultimately the right decision are central competencies that you have as an expert in product and process innovation NDS HF. This is because product and process innovations require a sound knowledge of product and process design and place high demands on social skills in order to successfully accompany people in the change process. In the development and design of the offer, you act professionally and lead through the entire process: from the clear clarification of needs, through support in the validation process, to the final decision to implement. You know the possibilities and the potential of the digitalized world for every new and re-invention. You are a decision maker and contribute to the efficient design of an attractive offer through skillful communication and coordination of all parties involved.

The course is designed to be industry-independent and focused on practical implementation; you will acquire theoretical knowledge through guided self-study.

You will acquire a wide range of valuable skills. Here is an overview of the central topics:
(You can find a detailed overview of the teaching concept on the factsheet in the download area).

Products and processes:

• Requirements elicitation - and evaluation
• Production design, quality management
• Supply Chain Management
• Successfully communicating and guiding through change
• Decision management

Digitalization:

• E-Business / E-Commerce
• Digital Management
• Innovation management

General professional field competencies:

• Financial management: controlling, KP factors
• Leadership principles
• Self-management, writing comprehensive documents