PROGRAM OBJECTIVE
Having an innovation rich culture is an authentic claim many companies can make. And, most business analysts would agree that a culture that truly embraces innovation cannot be achieved unless the executive leadership team embraces innovation and the practices required to embed creativity.
Design Thinking for Leaders is a three-day course that will introduce participants to new methodologies in creative process, team dynamics, project framing, consumer research, scenario development, brainstorming, visualization techniques, and critique.
COURSE DESCRIPTION
This class is designed for leaders eager to cultivate an innovation culture by first themselves participating an intense,
hands-on demonstration of innovation methods and tools.
Day One: Observation & Investigation
- Design process & methodology
- Understanding cultural context
- Environment, expectations & performance
- Scenario development
Day Two: Ideation
- Tools for concept creation
- Effective methods for brainstorming
- Ideation in action
Day Three: Decision & Validation
- The art of critique
- Selling ideas
- Decision-making
- Retrospective learning
Participants
Executives, Leaders & Influencers
Class minimum of 6 participants must be met in order to conduct course
Class will not to exceed 12 participants
Class Format
- The class is held over three consecutive days
- Each session will provide a vibrant mix of subject matter, presentation, participation and interaction
- NewNorth staff and faculty as well as special guests will be involved
Cost
$5,000 per participant
NewNorth Center requires 50% deposit at time of sign up with the remainder to be paid by commencement of class. Please see ‘terms & conditions’
Make It Stick
Commitment to real change requires a whole new way of thinking and behaving.
Change. Changing. Changed.