Overview
Traditionally, design thinking was thought to be an important tool for designers and engineers and technologists. However, design thinking can be used for any aspect of human endeavour and all industries.
Design thinking embraces both the physiological and psychological aspect of a product or service from the perspective of the user. Instead of focusing on standardization of products or services, a design thinker will see ways to humanize them.
This would require two very important components that gives the formula for design thinking which is creativity and empathy. This Design Thinking for Problem Solving and Innovation - Achieve Breakthrough Solutions course is offered at Nanyang Technological University.
Programme Structure
By the end of this program, participants will learn:- Design thinking for short-term and long-range planning
- Apply the five tenets of design thinking
- The 10 principles of design thinking and how to adapt this to your organization
- Use ethnographic research tools to identify the real needs of internal and external customers
- Begin to integrate the Six Human Needs into design thinking
- Design thinking to address the nature of the problem
- NLP™ Neuro Logical Level in designing your thinking for breakthrough solutions and human-centric innovation
- Classifying problems as either being fuzzy or clear-cut and using design thinking to consider options
- Recognise systems in design thinking
- To look at the big picture with design thinking
- How to create a design thinking culture within your organization
Key information
Duration
- Full-time
- 2 days
Start dates & application deadlines
Language
Delivered
Campus Location
- Singapore, Singapore
Disciplines
Design Innovation Management View 3 other Short Courses in Design in SingaporeWhat students do after studying
Academic requirements
We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.
English requirements
We are not aware of any English requirements for this programme.
Other requirements
General requirements
- This workshop has been intricately designed for all levels of management in an organization. It is especially valuable workshop for policy makers, administrators, educators and managers.
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Tuition Fees
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International Applies to you
Applies to youNon-residents1308 SGD / full≈ 1308 SGD / full -
Domestic Applies to you
Applies to youCitizens or residents1308 SGD / full≈ 1308 SGD / full
Living costs
Singapore
The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.