Innovative Leadership through Design Thinking Training Course
Design Thinking is an iterative, human-centered methodology for problem-solving that leverages the designer’s toolkit to harmonize user needs, technological possibilities, and business imperatives. It prioritizes a deep understanding of user requirements, challenges existing assumptions, reframes problems, and drives the creation of innovative solutions that can be prototyped and validated.
This instructor-led live training, available online or on-site, targets beginner-level leaders and HR professionals eager to learn and apply Design Thinking methodologies. The goal is to foster innovation, strengthen problem-solving abilities, and enhance team engagement.
Upon completion of this training, participants will be able to:
- Utilize specific tools and methodologies to drive innovation and boost team engagement.
- Cultivate skills in empathy mapping, ideation, and prototyping to address complex challenges.
- Apply Design Thinking principles effectively in leadership and HR contexts.
- Champion a culture of innovation within technical teams.
Course Format
- Interactive lectures and group discussions.
- Extensive exercises and practical application.
- Hands-on implementation within a live-lab environment.
Customization Options
- For tailored training arrangements, please contact us directly.
Course Outline
Introduction to Design Thinking in Leadership
- Overview of core Design Thinking principles
- Case studies demonstrating Design Thinking in leadership and HR
- The importance of a collaborative and innovative mindset
Empathy & Problem Identification
- Techniques for understanding team and stakeholder needs
- Interactive session: Conducting empathy interviews and creating empathy maps
- Reframing problems from multiple perspectives for greater clarity
Ideation & Solution Development
- Tools and methods for effective brainstorming
- Prototyping fundamentals: Converting ideas into tangible, testable concepts
- Collaborative generation and evaluation of ideas
Implementation & Iteration in Leadership
- Methods for testing and refining solutions via feedback loops
- Strategies for nurturing a culture of continuous feedback and innovation
- Applying iterative approaches to real-world leadership challenges
Summary and Next Steps
Requirements
- Foundational knowledge of leadership and team management
Target Audience
- Leaders
- HR professionals
- Innovation facilitators
Open Training Courses require 5+ participants.
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Jochen Jung - Bachem
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