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D603

Innovation & Design Thinking

Foster a culture of innovation and customer-centric problem solving

Intermediate Blended 5 weeks 25 CPD Hours

Learn innovation leadership, the design thinking process, customer-centric innovation, lean startup methods, and how to build an innovation culture.

Learning Outcomes

  • Lead innovation as a strategic organisational capability
  • Apply design thinking to solve complex problems
  • Build an organisational culture that supports innovation
  • Validate ideas rapidly using lean startup methods

Course Modules

Lead innovation as a strategic capability, not a buzzword.

Apply the five-stage design thinking process to real challenges.

Put the customer at the centre of your innovation efforts.

Build an organisational culture that supports experimentation and learning.

Validate ideas quickly with MVP, pivots, and rapid iteration.

Assessments

Assignment
Design Thinking Sprint

Complete a design thinking sprint on a real business challenge.

40%
Project
Innovation Strategy

Design an innovation strategy and culture plan for your organisation.

40%
Participation
Innovation Pitch

Pitch an innovative solution to a panel of peers and mentors.

20%