Kickstart your career with a BDes.

This Program is module-based. All official certified products are transmitted within 24 hours. For more details on ECA and its initiatives with the EU Social Fund, click here.

$495

Awardee, 2019 Career Strategy Awards

Top Accreditor, 2019 Geneva Human Resources Convention

Awardee, 2019 Career Strategy Awards Top Accreditor, 2019 Geneva Human Resources Convention

Package Inclusions | Downloadable PDF files of Complete Program Module, One (1) Bachelor of Design (BDes) Credential Certificate + One (1) Transcript of Records. Both certified by the IGS International Global Standard and EURO-9001.

What To Expect | After completing payment, ECA will send your course modules, along with your program certificate to your registered email address within 24 hours.

Note: No prerequisite courses or online programs are required to pursue this certification. This is a direct-to-purchase product. Click here for more information on ECA Certificates & Credentials.

▶ Complete a Learning Path | Here is the most popular learning path to obtaining a Bachelor of Design (BDes):

Bachelor's of Design (BDes) → Master of Fine Arts (MFA) → Doctor of Arts (DA): This traditional path provides comprehensive training in a specific artistic discipline, such as visual arts, creative writing, or performing arts, culminating in the highest level of creative practice and research.
Some programs or courses in this learning path may already be offered by ECA. To complete this learning path, explore the recommended add-ons below.

About the Program À Propos Du Programme | A Bachelor of Design typically offered as a Bachelor of Design (BDes), is an undergraduate program degree in the field of visual communication, product design, and creative problem-solving. This multidisciplinary degree combines artistic skills with technical knowledge, focusing on areas such as graphic design, industrial design, user experience (UX) design, and digital media. Students learn to conceptualize, create, and implement innovative design solutions for various industries and platforms. The curriculum often includes courses in design theory, aesthetics, typography, branding, user interface design, and emerging technologies. Graduates are prepared for careers in advertising, marketing, product development, web design, and other creative industries that require a strong design foundation.

Tuition Assistance on Program Fee

First-time enrollees get USD 50 tuition assistance on program fee. Use code ECAEXEC0801 while applying. Limited discounts available. Reserve your spot today.

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What You Earn

Bachelor’s Credential: IGS & EURO 9001-certified credential for appraising the competency of skilled learners and professionals. Transmitted as a PDF document, with a unique QR ID.

Delivered in 24 Hours: The ECA Executive School confers undergraduate credentials upon individuals who successfully complete its modular programs. This credential enables professionals at all stages of their careers to propel their professional growth by acquiring a combination of essential and cutting-edge skills while also gaining access to an expansive international network of colleagues.

Important Note: All certificate images are for illustrative purposes only and may be subject to change at the discretion of the European Center for Accreditation (ECA) and the ECA Executive School. The duration of delivery of certificates is also subject to potential adjustments at the discretion of ECA. Learners are informed in cases of changes.

The ECA Executive School Experience

"ECA's Bachelor of Design (BDes) program was transformative. It honed my creative skills while teaching me to approach design challenges with a strategic mindset. The course's focus on user-centric design and emerging technologies has been invaluable in my work creating innovative digital experiences. It's essential for aspiring designers who want to shape the future of visual communication."

Viktor Kowalski, Lead UX/UI Designer at DigitalVision Studios, Paris taking Bachelor of Design (BDes)

Learning Outcomes

Expected Results: These learning outcomes focus on developing technical skills, creative problem-solving abilities, professional communication, and ethical considerations that are crucial for undergraduate-level design students. They also take into account the online nature of the course, emphasizing digital tools and virtual collaboration.

Demonstrate proficiency in utilizing industry-standard digital design tools and software to create visually compelling and functional designs across various mediums.
Apply fundamental principles of design theory, including color theory, typography, composition, and visual hierarchy, to effectively communicate ideas and solve design problems.
Analyze and interpret client briefs, market trends, and user needs to develop creative and strategic design solutions that meet project objectives.

Develop and present a cohesive portfolio of design work that showcases technical skills, creativity, and the ability to work across multiple design disciplines.
Collaborate effectively in virtual team environments, giving and receiving constructive feedback, and adapting to diverse perspectives in the design process.
Evaluate and incorporate ethical considerations, accessibility standards, and cultural sensitivity into design projects to create inclusive and responsible visual communications.

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The ECA Executive School

Funded by the EU Social Fund, ECA and the ECA Executive School implements a competency-based assessment framework to validate professional experience for higher educational learning. By evaluating existing expertise, the program addresses systemic barriers to higher education, facilitating academic and professional progression for skilled individuals trained outside the traditional education system. The initiative aims to optimize more inclusive career advancement pathways for freelancers and professionals within the global educational ecosystem.

Balthazar Anand. 2024 Photography by J. Lewis. Copyright by ECA Executive School, 2024.

Esteemed educator Balthazar Anand has created prize-winning modular programs for the ECA Executive School. These executive offerings, spanning masters and doctoral levels, aim to equip professionals with extensive, top-tier education and training done purely through modules. These educational innovations have established ECA as a premier source of executive education, drawing global students pursuing career growth and industry influence.