An Intensive 5-day Training Course
Certificate in Design Thinking for Innovation
Unlocking Creativity and Problem-Solving for Transformative Change
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INTRODUCTION
Design Thinking is a powerful problem-solving methodology that focuses on understanding user needs, challenging assumptions, and redefining problems to identify innovative solutions. This EuroMaTech training course equips participants with the tools and techniques of design thinking, enabling them to drive innovation and create value in their organizations. By exploring real-world applications, participants will gain the confidence to tackle complex challenges and foster a culture of creativity and collaboration.
This Design Thinking for Innovation training course combines theoretical insights with practical exercises to immerse participants in the design thinking process. From empathizing with users to testing prototypes, participants will learn to approach problems creatively and strategically, paving the way for transformative innovation.
TRAINING OBJECTIVES
By the end of this Certificate in Design Thinking for Innovation training course, participants will:
- Understand the principles and core stages of the design thinking process
- Develop skills in empathy mapping, problem framing, and ideation techniques
- Learn how to create prototypes and conduct effective user testing
- Apply design thinking tools to solve complex, real-world problems
- Foster a mindset of creativity, collaboration, and innovation
- Earn a certificate that validates their knowledge and application of design thinking for innovation
WHO SHOULD ATTEND?
This Design Thinking for Innovation training course is ideal for:
- Professionals Seeking to Enhance Creativity and Problem-Solving Skills
- Business Leaders Aiming to Foster Innovation Within Their Teams
- Product Managers, UX/UI Designers, and Engineers
- Entrepreneurs and Startups Looking to Create User-Centric Solutions
- Anyone Interested in Adopting Design Thinking Principles in Their Work or Organization
TRAINING OUTLINE
Day 1: Introduction to Design Thinking
- Overview of Design Thinking: History and Evolution
- The Importance of User-Centered Innovation
- Key Principles and Mindsets of Design Thinking
- Understanding the 5-Stage Design Thinking Model:
- Empathize
- Define
- Ideate
- Prototype
- Test
- Case Studies of Successful Design Thinking Applications
Day 2: Empathy and Problem Definition
- Developing Empathy: Tools and Techniques
- User Interviews
- Journey Mapping
- Empathy Mapping
- Identifying and Understanding User Pain Points
- Framing the Problem: How Might We (HMW) Statements
- Group Exercises: Conducting Interviews and Creating Empathy Maps
- Real-World Examples of Problem Definition in Design Thinking
Day 3: Ideation and Creative Problem-Solving
- Exploring Ideation Techniques:
- Brainstorming
- Mind Mapping
- SCAMPER Technique
- Encouraging Divergent and Convergent Thinking
- Generating and Evaluating Innovative Ideas
- Group Workshop: Ideating Solutions for a Real-World Challenge
- Best Practices for Fostering Creativity in Teams
Day 4: Prototyping and Testing
- Importance of Prototyping in the Design Thinking Process
- Creating Low-Fidelity and High-Fidelity Prototypes
- Tools and Methods for Prototyping:
- Paper Prototypes
- Digital Prototyping Tools
- Conducting User Testing:
- Planning and Facilitating Testing Sessions
- Collecting and Analyzing User Feedback
- Iterative Design: Refining Solutions Based on Feedback
- Group Activity: Building and Testing Prototypes
Day 5: Applying Design Thinking in the Real World
- Integrating Design Thinking into Organizational Processes
- Scaling Design Thinking for Team and Organizational Innovation
- Measuring the Impact of Design Thinking Initiatives
- Group Project: Solving a Business Challenge Using Design Thinking
- Presentation of Solutions and Peer Feedback
- Certification Assessment and Course Wrap-Up
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ACCREDITATION
EuroMaTech is registered with the National Association of State Boards of Accountancy (NASBA) as a sponsor of continuing professional education on the National Registry of CPE Sponsors. State boards of accountancy have final authority on the acceptance of individual courses for CPE credit. Complaints regarding registered sponsors may be submitted to the National Registry of CPE Sponsors through its website: www.NASBARegistry.org.
Euromatech is a Knowledge & Human Development Authority (KHDA) approved training institute in Dubai, licensed and approved to deliver training courses in the UAE.
The KHDA is the regulatory authority in the UAE, that oversees administering, approving, supervising, and controlling the activities of various education providers in the UAE. We are proud of our commitment to ensuring quality training courses and status as a KHDA-approved training provider.
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