This module considers the complex relationship between design and business and explores this relationship in historical and contemporary contexts. In this module we consider the manner in which design can contribute to sustainable and commercially viable propositions and the resultant relationship to organisational agendas. The role of design in business is moving towards more strategic positions increasingly working on complex systems and intangible objects. This module introduces you to design as a key area of intervention in business and aims to develop creative professionals able to navigate complex issues, envision possible futures, mediate between creative, commercial and triple bottom line imperatives, and connect organisations to stakeholders groups. Ultimately this module aims to develop an understanding of the scope, nature and role of design in business and the mechanisms by which it is employed.