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Design Thinking Course
What is Design Thinking Course?
The Design Thinking Course is an innovative and engaging course designed to equip professionals with the creative problem-solving skills and human-centred approaches essential for tackling complex challenges in today’s dynamic environments. This course emphasises the principles of design thinking, enabling participants to empathise with users, redefine problems, and generate impactful, practical solutions.
Learners will gain comprehensive knowledge of key concepts, including empathy mapping, ideation techniques, prototyping, and user testing. The course also covers strategies for fostering creativity, enhancing collaboration, and cultivating a mindset of experimentation and iterative improvement. Participants will learn how to apply design thinking to drive innovation, improve user experiences, and create value across diverse industries.
This 1-Day Design Thinking Course by Oakwood International empowers professionals with the tools and methodologies to harness creativity, solve problems effectively, and lead innovation-driven initiatives. It is an invaluable course for those seeking to thrive in customer-centric, fast-evolving, and competitive workplaces.
Course Objectives
- Understand design thinking principles and apply them to real-world challenges
- Develop skills to empathise with users and identify their needs effectively
- Learn techniques for generating creative ideas and innovative solutions
- Master the art of rapid prototyping and iterative testing to refine ideas
- Foster a collaborative and user-centred approach to problem solving within teams
- Gain insights into integrating design thinking into organisational strategies
- Build a culture of experimentation, adaptability, and continuous learning
Upon completion, learners will gain creative problem-solving skills, enhance user satisfaction, and drive innovation, enabling them to create meaningful impact and lead transformative initiatives in their organisations.
Course Outline
Design Thinking Course
Module 1: Introduction
- What is Design Thinking?
- How do Design Thinking, Lean, and Agile Work Together?
- Benefits of Design Thinking at Work
- What is the Relationship Between Design Thinking and UX Design?
Module 2: Design Thinking Process
- Design Process
- Stages in Design Thinking
- Example Project
Module 3: Research
- Identifying Drivers
- Information Gathering
- Target Groups
- Sampling and Feedback
Module 4: Idea Generation
- Basic Design Directions
- Themes of Thinking
- Inspiration and References
- Brainstorming
- Value
- Inclusion
- Sketching
- Presenting Ideas
Module 5: Refinement
- Thinking in Signs
- Appropriation
- Humour
- Personification
- Visual Metaphors
- Modification
- Thinking in Words
- Words and Language
- Thinking in Shapes, Proportions, and Colour
Module 6: Prototyping
- Developing Designs
- "Types" of Prototypes
- Vocabulary
Module 7: Implementation
- Format
- Materials
- Finishing
- Media and Scale
Included
Included
- No course includes are available.
Offered In This Course:
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Video Content
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eLearning Materials
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Study Resources
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Completion Certificate
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Tutor Support
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Interactive Quizzes
Individual Training
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Corporate Training
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Learning Options
Discover a range of flexible learning options designed to meet your needs. Select the format that best supports your personal growth and goals.
Online Instructor-Led Training
- Live virtual classes led by experienced trainers, offering real-time interaction and guidance for optimal learning outcomes.
Online Self-Paced Training
- Flexible learning at your own pace, with access to comprehensive course materials and resources available anytime, anywhere.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Q. What is the primary focus of the Design Thinking Course?
The course focuses on teaching user-centred problem-solving,
creative ideation, and practical innovation techniques to address organisational
challenges effectively.
Q. What industries can benefit from the Design Thinking Course?
The course is valuable across industries, including technology,
healthcare, finance, retail, education, and more, where innovation and
user-centric solutions are essential.
Q. What skills will I gain from the Design Thinking Course?
You will develop skills in empathy mapping, ideation, prototyping,
user testing, and fostering a collaborative innovation mindset within teams.
Q. Who should register for the Design Thinking Course?
This course is ideal for professionals such as team leaders, product
managers, UX/UI designers, marketing professionals, and senior executives
aiming to enhance creativity and problem-solving.
Q. How does the Design Thinking Course drive innovation?
By equipping participants with frameworks to empathise with users,
generate creative ideas, and test solutions iteratively, the course fosters
impactful and sustainable innovation.
