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Trend Seminar

An entire CDTM class of students from interdisciplinary backgrounds conducts holistic trend research over seven week (full-time) related to a specific topic. An extensive trend analysis leads to the creation of four future scenarios as well as five innova

How Trend Seminar Works

Description

  • 25 young innovators from interdisciplinary backgrounds will tackle your central question in three phases over seven weeks: The Basic Phase, the Scenario Phase, and the Ideation Phase.
  • You can expect to get a holistic overview of current trends and future scenarios as well as ideas for future-proof digital business models.
  • The topic and scope of the project can be customized to your needs.
  • Results are captured in an interactive trend report providing an ideal knowledge basis for subsequent discussions.
  • Input sessions by experts and regular coaching ensure a fast deep-dive into the topic and equip the students with the necessary knowledge and tools to work on the project.

Facts & Figures

  • 1 exclusive project
  • 25 students per project
  • 2  supervising PhD candidates
  • 7 weeks project time
  • 5 disruptive business models
  • 1 trend report

Example Projects & Contact

Example Projects

  • Independent Living for the Elderly – Alley VBMC value based managed care
  • The Future of Public Administration – Tech4Germany and Work4Germany
  • The Future of Parenting – Better Ventures Group
  • Fighting Hunger in the Digital Era – UN World Food Programme
  • Creating and Sustaining Healthy Habits – Adidas Anticipation
  • Future of Entrepreneurship in Bavaria – Zentrum Digitalisierung Bayern
  • Sensor-Based Authentication – Siemens
  • Future of Individual Mobility – Audi

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Contact Us

Adrián Villanueva Martínez Background Removed
Adrián Villanueva
vlc.trend@cdtm.de