
Beschrijving
Design Thinking is widely used in different industries, including product design, service design, and social innovation. It's a powerful tool that allows businesses and organizations to create products and services that meet the needs of their customers. Design Thinking is also a collaborative approach that encourages cross-functional teams to work together to create innovative solutions. By involving different perspectives, Design Thinking ensures that solutions are well-rounded and well-suited to the needs of users. Design Thinking is an iterative process, meaning that it can be used repeatedly to refine and improve solutions over time. Overall, Design Thinking is a valuable approach for anyone looking to create innovative solutions to complex problems, with a strong focus on user needs and collaboration.
Program
Title: Design Thinking 101: Innovating with Empathy. . Program Overview:. Design Thinking is a human-centered approach to problem-solving that emphasizes empathy, creativity, and collaboration. In this training program, you'll learn the principles and practices of Design Thinking and how to apply them to real-world challenges. Through hands-on activities, case studies, and group discussions, you'll gain a deep understanding of the Design Thinking process and develop your skills in ideation, prototyping, and user testing.. . Program Objectives:. - Understand the principles and practices of Design Thinking. - Apply empathy to understand user needs and behaviors. - Generate creative ideas through ideation techniques. - Prototype and test solutions to real-world challenges. - Work collaboratively in a team to solve complex problems. . Program Duration: 2 days (16 hours). . Day 1:. Introduction to Design Thinking (2 hours). - Definition of Design Thinking and its core principles. - Overview of the Design Thinking process (Empathize, Define, Ideate, Prototype, Test). - Importance of empathy in Design Thinking. . Empathize (2 hours). - Understanding user needs and behaviors. - Methods for conducting user research (observation, interviews, surveys, etc.). - Developing empathy maps to capture user insights. . Define (2 hours). - Defining the problem statement. - Identifying user needs and pain points. - Creating user personas to represent target users. . Ideate (2 hours). - Techniques for generating creative ideas (brainstorming, mind mapping, SCAMPER, etc.). - Prioritizing and selecting ideas for further development. - Creating an idea board to visualize the ideation process. . Day 2:. Prototype (4 hours). - Creating low-fidelity prototypes to quickly test ideas. - Methods for prototyping (sketching, storyboarding, paper prototyping, etc.). - Feedback and iteration loops to refine prototypes. . Test (2 hours). - Methods for user testing (usability testing, A/B testing, etc.). - Creating test scenarios and collecting feedback. - Analyzing and synthesizing feedback to inform the next iteration. . Team Challenge (4 hours). - Working in teams, participants will apply the Design Thinking process to a real-world challenge. - Each team will present their solution and receive feedback from the group. - Debrief and discussion on the application of Design Thinking in the workplace. . Conclusion (2 hours). - Recap of key concepts and learning points. - Evaluation and feedback on the training program. - Action planning for applying Design Thinking to real-world challenges. . Training Methodology:. This training program will use a combination of interactive presentations, hands-on activities, case studies, and group discussions. Participants will work in teams throughout the program to apply the Design Thinking process to a real-world challenge. The training will be facilitated by an experienced Design Thinking practitioner who will provide guidance, feedback, and support throughout the program.. . Training Materials:. - Design Thinking Toolkit (includes templates, worksheets, and guidelines). - Handouts and slides for each session. - Prototyping materials (paper, markers, post-its, etc.). . Evaluation:. Participants will be evaluated based on their active participation, teamwork, and the quality of their solutions to the real-world challenge. A post-training evaluation will be conducted to assess the effectiveness of the training program and identify areas for improvement.
Prerequisites
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Who is this course for
For all
Duration
The duration of the course is flexible. Contact our educational managers for more information.
Course Format
Online,Hybrid,Blended
Evaluation procedures/Certification
This training is evaluated through a test scenario and multiple choice questions. To validate the course, it is necessary to validate all the skills. For information, there is no equivalence or bridge to validate this course. To download and take our quizzes for validation of acquired knowledge, please connect to the online storage platform with your login details.
Upcoming dates
December 2025
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When to access the course
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Administrative & Educational Contact
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"The Design Thinking course was a game changer for me! I learned a new way of thinking that has completely transformed the way I approach problems in my job."
"The course was an excellent introduction to Design ThinkingThe instructor was knowledgeable, engaging and provided practical insights on how to apply Design Thinking to real-world problems."
"I loved how the Design Thinking course was interactive and hands-onIt allowed me to work through real-world scenarios with other participants, which helped me to develop my problem-solving skills."
"The Design Thinking course helped me to become a more creative and innovative problem solverI learned new techniques and tools that I can now use in my work to come up with better solutions."
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"The course was highly engaging and practical, with lots of real-life examples and case studies that made it easy to understand and apply Design Thinking principles to my work."
"The Design Thinking course was one of the best professional development opportunities I have ever hadIt was a great chance to learn new skills and network with other professionals in my field."
"I highly recommend the Design Thinking course to anyone looking to improve their problem-solving skillsThe course content was well-organized and provided a solid foundation for applying Design Thinking principles to real-world problems."
"The Design Thinking course provided me with a new way of thinking about problems and solutionsI now have a more creative and innovative mindset that has helped me to approach challenges with a fresh perspective."
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