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Medium Of Instructions	Mode Of Learning	Mode Of Delivery
English		Text Based

Course Overview

Design Thinking involves the utilization of empathy and careful observations to deal with the problems and issues that happened in the past and were not noticed. The results in new possibilities which are then prototyped and tested, thereby forming creative solutions. This approach has been found to be useful for companies to solve ‘wicked problems’ that are difficult to define based on the available past data.

One of the main highlights of the Design Thinking Online course by IIM Ahmedabad is the Design Sprint, where participants identify a problem, analyze the situation in-depth and collect insightful points. They will then formulate a point of view, after multiple cycles of convergent and divergent thinking and brainstorming. After that, participants will operationalize the ideas into specific solutions, by using visualization techniques and story-telling.

IIM-Ahmedabad’s Design Thinking Certification Course includes a variety of discussions about some concepts that are existing in the field of innovation. In fact, the Design Thinking Online Course by IIM Ahmedabad curriculum is designed in a way that the participants get in-depth knowledge about the latest techniques and tools used for solving problems pertaining to the business.

The Highlights

4-day programme
Interactive and experiential online classes
The human-centered approach to learning methodology
Certification by IIM Ahmedabad

Programme Offerings

Case Studies
Lecture
discussions
hands on group exercise

Courses and Certificate Fees

Certificate Availability	Certificate Providing Authority
yes	IIM Ahmedabad

The Design Thinking Course Fees

Type of Fee	Amount in INR
Programme Fees	Rs. 1,40,000 plus GST
Early Bird Fee	Rs. 1,30,200 plus GST

To find out more about the payment gateway, participants need to visit the program webpage.

Eligibility Criteria

Work Experience

The programme is eligible for candidates who are either:

Senior Management professionals
Designers
Strategy Heads
Entrepreneurs
Managers

Certification Qualifying Details

Candidates willing to get a certificate of participation must complete the programme. If found absent, the certificate will not be issued.

What you will learn

Analytical skillsProblem Solving AbilityInnovative

During the Design Thinking Online Course by IIM Ahmedabad, candidates will be able to work on a variety of topics. During the course, they will be trained mainly in the following areas.

The programme aims to make candidates understand the process of Design Thinking, and utilise them for nurturing innovation
Candidates will be prepared to be creative and at the same analytical to come up with solutions for problems that need to be dealt in a different manner.
The programme inculcates a unique methodology to solve ‘wicked problems’ (problems lacking a clear definition, from past data).

Who it is for

Entrepreneur

Senior management who have accelerating innovation in their organizations
Strategy heads who are looking for a competitive advantage
Designers wanting to rejuvenate and hone their presentation skills
Entrepreneurs and Managers who want to grow their businesses

Application Details

Candidates seeking admission in this programme need to follow the below-mentioned process:

Step 1: Visit the programme page https://web.iima.ac.in/exed/programme-details.php?id=ODEw

Step 2: After clicking you will be directed to the main programme page. Click on Apply Online. A form will appear which needs to be filled and submitted.

Step 3: Once submitted, the candidate needs to wait until it gets shortlisted.

Step 4: Then the selected candidates will be mentioned. They need to then make the payment online. Click on Pay Now tab and make the payment. The payment can be made via Payment Gateway or Electronic Fund transfer.

Step 5: Once payment is done, candidates need to then email the transaction slip for confirmation.

The Syllabus

Instructors

IIM Ahmedabad Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ's)

1: What is the total time needed to complete the Design Thinking Programme by IIM Ahmedabad?

Design Thinking Programme by IIM Ahmedabad is a 4 day programme.

2: What is the pedagogy of this programme?

The programme will be imparted in an interactive manner. There will be discussions, lectures, design print, case studies and hands-on group exercises.

3: Is this an online programme or on-campus programme?

This is an on-campus residential programme. The participants need to stay on campus for whom accommodation, boarding and lodging will be provided.

4: Is it compulsory to attend all the classes in this programme?

Yes, it is definitely compulsory to be present in all the sessions. In case you are absent in any of the classes, you will not be given certification for the same.