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Certified Design Thinking Professional (CDTP)®

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Course Overview

Certified Design Thinking Professional (CDTP)® is GInI’s recognition of innovation professionals who have demonstrated an advanced understanding of the key topics relating to Human-Centered Design, Design Thinking, the Design Thinking process, and Design Methods. CDTP certification affirms an individual's proficiency at this most crucial of innovation methods. This includes: the Human-Centered Des

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Key Takeaways

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Apply the principles of Human-Centered Design (HCD) to reframe problems and identify user-driven insights. Participants will practice viewing challenges from multiple perspectives, enabling them to redefine problems in ways that unlock more innovative solutions
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Demonstrate proficiency in the full Design Thinking process, from empathy and problem definition to ideation, prototyping, and testing. Learners will gain hands-on experience in guiding ideas through each phase, ensuring solutions are both desirable and viable
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Select and utilize appropriate Design Methods (Observe, Question, Experiment, and Study) to generate insights and foster creativity. Participants will learn when and how to apply specific methods within the Design Thinking process to drive evidence-based innovation
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Develop and test prototypes that serve distinct purposes—such as learning, empathizing, communicating, or decision-making—using diverse prototyping techniques. Learners will explore multiple forms of prototypes, from paper and conceptual models to functional and experiential ones, and evaluate their effectiveness
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Integrate the role of a design thinker within organizational contexts by facilitating innovation, collaborating across functions, and driving solutions toward measurable business impact. Participants will understand how to act as facilitators, project leaders, and innovation enablers to embed Design Thinking practices into their workplace .

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GInI is the world’s leading professional certification, business accreditation, and membership organization in the field of Applied Business Innovation. GInI works to develop individual careers and transform organizational achievements by advancing the professions of Innovation and Innovation Leadership. It does this through its globally recognized standards, tools, publications, research, resources, professional development courses, professional certifications, business accreditations, and networking opportunities. All certifications and accreditations available from GInI reflect the most current methods, trends, and strategies in these fields.

Course Outline

Part 1
Introduction to Design Thinking

• Design Thinking Defined 
• Some History - Good Design 
• Some More History - The Leading Design Theories That Emerged 
• Human-Centric Design - The Undergirding Philosophy of Design Thinking 
• Reframing Problems - The Secret Sauce of Design Thinking 
• The Impact of Design Thinking and Good Design on Business 
• The Various Applications of Design Thinking 
• When, Where, & How to Apply Design Thinking (& When, Where, & How Not To) 
• The Procedural Approach to Design Thinking 
• Design Methods - The Toolbox of Design Thinking 
• Two Critical Skills in Design Thinking

Part 2
The Design Thinking Process

• The Complete Design Thinking Process 
• Problem Owning - Stating & Owning the Problem 
• Problem Clarity - Unpacking & Reframing the Problem - Empathize - Hypothesis Formation - Business Experimentation - Define - Hypothesis Convergence 
• Stating the Point of View - Insights that Flow Out of Empathy 
• Defining the Design Principles - Guiding Directives That Flow Out of Understanding 
• Value Definition 
- Conceiving the Right Solution 
- Solution Ideation 
-Solution Testing 
-Solution Convergence
• The Winning Value Proposition & Business Model 
• Additional Considerations for HCD & The Design Thinking Process 
• Post Design Thinking - Strategizing & Executing

Part 3
Prototyping for Design Thinking

• The Role of Prototyping in Design Thinking 
• The Benefits of Prototyping 
• The Twelve Purposes of Prototyping 
- Build to Learn 
- Build to Empathize 
- Build to Clarify 
- Build to Think 
- Build to Engage 
- Build to Collaborate 
- Build to Communicate 
- Build to Compare 
- Build to Iterate 
- Build to Decide / Decision Prototypes 
- Build to Test / Build to Prove - Build to Inspire 
• Prototype Types & Concepts 
- Prototype With A Purpose 
- OFAT Testing - Prototype Fidelity & Resolution 
- Conceptual Prototypes 
- Paper Prototypes 
- Frugal Prototypes / Quick & Dirty Prototypes 
- Scale Model Prototypes 
- Appearance / "Looks-Like" Prototypes 
- Wizard of Oz Prototypes 
- Functional / "Works-Like" Prototypes 
- Behavioral Prototypes 
- Experience Prototypes 
- User-Driven Prototypes 
• Conclusions

Part 4
Design Methods

• Overview of Design Methods 

• The Observe Methods 

• The Question Methods 

• The Experiment Methods 

• The Study Methods 

• Using Method Guides 

• Where to Apply Specific Design Methods in the Design Thinking Process 

• Developing the Insights Plan

The Design Thinker's Role in the Business

• As an i-Coach / i-Mentor / Innovation Facilitator 

• As a Project Leader 

• Interacting With Other Functions • Leveraging this Role to Move Ahead

Part 5
Integration

• Recap of the Human-Centric Design Philosophy 

• Recap of Design Thinking - An Approach & A Process • Recap of Reframing for 10X Breakthrough Impact! 

• Recap of Becoming Masters of Empathy 

• Recap of the Design Methods / Where & How to Use Them Effectively 

• Driving to Optimal Solutions - The Innovator's End Game 

• Pulling It Together / Applying It

Who Should Attend?

CDTP certification is for professionals who desire or intend to take on the role of Innovation Specialist within a business, and thus wish to develop a deeper insight into the highly-critical Design Thinking approach to Innovation. This person will in many cases work as an internal consultant serving numerous Innovation Teams within a business, often as a part of the business' Core Innovation Group or Innovation Lab. CDTP certification is also for anyone who simply wishes to demonstrate a deeper understanding of the Human-Centered Design philosophy, the Design Thinking process, and the affiliated Design Methods. CDTP certification is intended for front-line professionals and mid-level managers with several years' experience working directly in Innovation. If one has less than two years' experience working in Innovation or a related area, they should first seek CInP certification and at least two years' experience working in Innovation or a related area prior to pursuing CDTP certification.

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What language will the course be taught in and what level of English do I need to take part in an LEORON training program?
Most of our public courses are delivered in English language. You need to be proficient in English to be able to fully participate in the workshop and network with other delegates. For in-house courses we have the capability to train in Arabic, Dutch, German and Portuguese.
Are LEORON Public courses certified by an official body/organization?
LEORON Institute partners with 20+ international bodies and associations.We also award continuing professional development credits (CPE/PDUs) for:1. NASBA (National Association of State Boards of Accountancy) 2. Project Management Institute PDUs 3. CISI credits 4. GARP credits 5. HRCI recertification credits 6. SHRM recertification credits
What is the deadline for registering to a public course?
The deadline to register for a public course is 14 days before the course starts. Kindly note that occasionally we do accept late registrations as well, but this needs to be confirmed with the project manager of the training program or with our registration desk that can be reached at +1071 4 1075 5711 or [email protected].
What does the course fee cover?
The course fee covers a premium training experience in a 5-star hotel, learning materials, lunches & refreshments, and for some courses, the certification fee and membership with the accrediting bodies.
Does LEORON give discounts?
Yes, we can provide discounts for group bookings. If you would like to discuss a discount on a corporate level, we will be happy to talk to you.

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