Design Thinking and Innovation
Design Thinking and Innovation focuses on applying design thinking methodologies to foster creativity and drive innovation in various industries.
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Online
Mentor Based
Moderate
3 Months
About
This program introduces participants to design thinking as a problem-solving approach that emphasizes understanding user needs, ideation, prototyping, and testing. It explores how these principles can be applied to develop innovative solutions in business, technology, healthcare, and more, enhancing the ability to tackle complex challenges creatively.
Aim
The aim of Design Thinking and Innovation is to empower participants with comprehensive design thinking skills, enabling them to lead and implement innovative solutions across various industries. The program focuses on cultivating creativity, empathy, and a user-centered approach to problem-solving, driving impactful and sustainable improvements in products and services.
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Program Objectives
- Understand the five stages of design thinking: empathize, define, ideate, prototype, and test.
- Develop practical skills in ideation and prototyping to create innovative solutions.
- Learn to apply design thinking in real-world scenarios to improve products, services, and processes.
Program Structure
Module 1: Introduction to UX/UI Design
Section 1: Fundamentals of UX Design
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- Definitions and Overview of UX Design
- Key Principles and Best Practices
Section 2: Fundamentals of UI Design
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- Definitions and Overview of UI Design
- Visual Design Basics and Elements
Module 2: User Research and Analysis
Section 1: Understanding User Needs
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- Conducting User Interviews and Surveys
- Analyzing User Behavior and Preferences
Section 2: User Personas and Journey Mapping
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- Creating User Personas
- Mapping User Journeys
Module 3: Information Architecture and Wireframing
Section 1: Information Architecture
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- Structuring Information for User-Friendly Navigation
- Techniques for Organizing Content
Section 2: Wireframing Basics
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- Tools and Methods for Wireframing
- Creating Effective Wireframes
Module 4: Interaction Design and Prototyping
Section 1: Interaction Design Principles
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- Designing Interactive Elements
- Usability and Accessibility Considerations
Section 2: Prototyping Techniques
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- Low-Fidelity vs. High-Fidelity Prototypes
- Tools for Prototyping and Iteration
Module 5: Design Thinking and Innovation
Section 1: Principles of Design Thinking (Weeks 1-2)
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- Understanding Design Thinking Methodology
- Applying Design Thinking in UX/UI Design
Section 2: Empathy and User Insights (Weeks 3-4)
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- Techniques for Building Empathy
- Gathering and Interpreting User Insights
Section 3: Ideation and Concept Development (Weeks 5-6)
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- Brainstorming and Idea Generation
- Developing and Refining Design Concepts
Section 4: Rapid Prototyping and Feedback Loops (Weeks 7-8)
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- Techniques for Rapid Prototyping
- Incorporating User Feedback
Section 5: Implementation and Real-world Application (Weeks 9-10)
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- Transitioning from Prototype to Product
- Case Studies of Successful Implementations
Section 6: Collaborative Design Sprint and Final Presentation (Weeks 11-12)
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- Conducting a Design Sprint
- Presenting Final Designs and Solutions
Module 6: Visual Design and Aesthetics
Section 1: Visual Design Principles
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- Typography, Color Theory, and Layout
- Creating Visual Hierarchy
Section 2: UI Components and Patterns
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- Designing Common UI Components
- Best Practices for UI Patterns
Module 7: Usability Testing and Evaluation
Section 1: Planning and Conducting Usability Tests
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- Methods for Usability Testing
- Analyzing Test Results
Section 2: Iterative Design and Improvement
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- Implementing Feedback for Continuous Improvement
- Case Studies of Iterative Design Processes
Module 8: Advanced Topics and Emerging Trends
Section 1: Mobile and Responsive Design
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- Principles of Mobile UX/UI Design
- Techniques for Responsive Design
Section 2: Emerging Technologies and Trends
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- UX/UI for AR/VR and AI-Driven Interfaces
- Future Trends in UX/UI Design
Final Assessment and Project
Capstone Project:
- Development of a Comprehensive UX/UI Design Project for a Real-world Scenario
Final Examination:
- Comprehensive Test to Evaluate Understanding of UX/UI Design Principles, Methods, and Applications
Participant’s Eligibility
- Students, PhD scholars, academicians, and industry professionals interested in enhancing their innovation capabilities.
- Aspiring innovators, product managers, and designers seeking to apply design thinking in their work.
- Professionals from any field, such as business, engineering, or healthcare, looking to integrate creative problem-solving techniques into their practice.
Program Outcomes
- Empathetic Understanding: Ability to deeply understand customer and user needs through empathetic engagement.
- Creative Ideation: Skills in generating innovative ideas that address real-world problems.
- Rapid Prototyping: Proficiency in quickly creating prototypes to visualize and test ideas.
- Iterative Testing: Competence in testing and refining solutions based on user feedback.
- Interdisciplinary Collaboration: Enhanced ability to collaborate across various disciplines to integrate diverse insights into the design process.
- Problem Solving: Improved problem-solving skills using a structured, user-centered approach.
- Leadership in Innovation: Ability to lead and manage teams through the innovation process.
Fee Structure
Standard Fees: INR 58,998 USD 1,700
Discounted Fee: INR 29499 USD 850
Offer Fee: INR 22,124 USD 638
Batches
Certificate
Program Assessment
Certification to this program will be based on the evaluation of following assignment (s)/ examinations:
| Exam | Weightage |
|---|---|
| Mid Term Assignments | 20 % |
| Final Online Exam | 30 % |
| Project Report Submission (Includes Mandatory Paper Publication) | 50 % |
To study the printed/online course material, submit and clear, the mid term assignments, project work/research study (in completion of project work/research study, a final report must be submitted) and the online examination, you are allotted a 1-month period. You will be awarded a certificate, only after successful completion/ and clearance of all the aforesaid assignment(s) and examinations.
Program Deliverables
- Access to e-LMS
- Real Time Project for Dissertation
- Project Guidance
- Paper Publication Opportunity
- Self Assessment
- Final Examination
- e-Certification
- e-Marksheet
Future Career Prospects
- Leadership Roles in Innovation: Opportunities to lead innovation initiatives and departments.
- Consulting and Freelancing: High demand for design thinking consultants in various industries.
- Entrepreneurial Ventures: Potential to start innovative businesses or services.
- Cross-Functional Team Leadership: Roles that require leading interdisciplinary teams to solve complex challenges.
- Corporate Training and Workshops: Engagements to train others in applying design thinking.
- Global Project Management: Opportunities to manage international projects focusing on user-centered innovation.
- Academic and Research Positions: Teaching and research roles in universities focusing on design methodologies.
- Strategic Development: Involvement in strategic planning using design thinking principles.
Job Opportunities
- Innovation Manager
- Design Thinking Consultant
- Product Designer
- UX/UI Designer
- Project Manager
- Business Strategist
- Corporate Trainer in Innovation
- Research and Development Specialist
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