Design Thinking

Design thinking is a unique, non-linear approach to considering problems. This methodology is particularly well suited to address tough challenges facing business and even tackling society’s most intractable “wicked problems” to produce innovative and thought-provoking solutions. Design thinking’s key strength is its emphasis on reframing to solving the right problem. Develop the design thinking mindset through the introduction of the human-centered design and creative problem-solving approach which offers the promise of new, more effective solutions.

What You’ll Learn

• Recognize design thinking frameworks, concepts, and theories.
• Apply design thinking models and techniques that lead to solving problems and identifying opportunities.
• Describe at least three design thinking techniques to help groups generate more solutions to problems.
• Evaluate the potential value creation and risks of ideas using evidence, analysis, and logical argument.
• Explain how design thinking is relevant to addressing challenges facing business and social problems.
• Develop a design thinking mindset through human-centered design and creative problem-solving approach.