The Fundamentals of Design Management

The Fundamentals of Design Management is a comprehensive reference book for anyone seeking an introduction to the basic concepts and principles that inform the management of design projects, teams and processes within the creative industries. Broken down into six chapters, The Fundamentals of Design Management introduces the interdisciplinary nature of the creative industries; the integrated nature of design management and the relationships between people; the basics of business and enterprise; legal, financial and economic procedures and marketing and brand communications. Contextual perspectives and case studies appear throughout, which help give a better understanding of the design management challenges faced by clients, consultancies and customers in the area of design, business, creativity and innovation. The Fundamentals of Design Management is an invaluable resource tool students studying design management, and for other professionals who work in the creative industries. The Fundamentals of Design Management is a comprehensive reference book for anyone seeking an introduction to the basic concepts and principles that inform the management of design projects, teams and processes within the creative industries. Broken down into six chapters, The Fundamentals of Design Management introduces the interdisciplinary nature of the creative industries; the integrated nature of design management and the relationships between people; the basics of business and enterprise; legal, financial and economic procedures and marketing and brand communications. Contextual perspectives and case studies appear throughout the book, which help give a better understanding of the design management challenges faced by clients, consultancies and customers in the areas of design, business, creativity and innovation. Publisher's description "The book explicitly places the principles and processes of design within the context of a business or enterprise, explaining how design management can relate to the cultural, environmental, political and social impact of an enterprise. It emphasises the inter-disciplinary nature of design management, and as such is of relevance to students of a number of disciplines: from art and design to business, marketing or media. The Fundamentals of Design Management is supported throughout by a range of interviews and case studies, taken from design practitioners and industry experts."--Bloomsbury Publishing This is a comprehensive guide to managing people, projects, processes and procedures behind the design of our everyday products, services, environments and experiences