Course Overview:
Creative Thinking Training Course is designed to unlock participants' creative potential and provide them with the tools and techniques to approach problems from different angles, generate fresh ideas, and foster a culture of innovation. Through hands-on activities, brainstorming sessions, and real-world case studies, participants will learn how to think creatively, break free from conventional thinking patterns, and apply creativity in problem-solving and decision-making.
Course Duration:
5 Days
Target Audience:
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Professionals in roles requiring problem-solving and innovation
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Managers and team leaders seeking to enhance creativity within their teams
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Entrepreneurs and business owners looking to foster a creative work environment
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Anyone looking to improve their creative thinking skills
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Employees in fields like marketing, product development, R&D, and design
Personal Impact:
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Enhanced ability to generate new ideas and solutions
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Improved confidence in problem-solving and decision-making
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Broader perspective on challenges and opportunities
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Stronger adaptability and flexibility in approaching work
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Increased job satisfaction through engaging in innovative tasks
Organizational Impact:
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Increased innovation and creative problem-solving within teams
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Enhanced ability to adapt to changing markets and environments
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More effective brainstorming and idea generation processes
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Improved ability to meet customer needs through creative solutions
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Stronger organizational culture focused on innovation and continuous improvement
Course Level:
Course Objectives:
By the end of the course, participants will be able to:
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Understand and apply creative thinking models and techniques
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Break free from conventional thinking and embrace new perspectives
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Use creative problem-solving methods to address workplace challenges
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Apply brainstorming, lateral thinking, and mind-mapping to generate ideas
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Foster a culture of creativity and innovation within their teams or organizations
Course Outline
Module 1 – Introduction to Creative Thinking and Innovation
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What is creative thinking and why is it important?
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The difference between creativity, innovation, and invention
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Overcoming mental blocks and challenges to creativity
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How creativity can be developed and enhanced over time
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The role of environment and mindset in fostering creativity
Case Study/Project:Creative Problem-Solving in Action – Participants analyze a real-life company or industry case where creative thinking led to breakthrough solutions or innovations.
Module 2 – Techniques for Generating Ideas
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Brainstorming and idea generation techniques
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Mind mapping and how to use it for creativity
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Lateral thinking: Challenging assumptions and thinking differently
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The SCAMPER technique for idea enhancement and modification
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Overcoming groupthink and fostering independent thought
Case Study/Project:Brainstorming Session – Teams engage in a facilitated brainstorming session using various techniques (e.g., mind mapping, SCAMPER) to solve a business-related problem.
Module 3 – Problem-Solving and Creative Decision-Making
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The role of creative thinking in problem-solving
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Using creativity to identify and frame problems in new ways
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Creative decision-making frameworks
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Divergent vs. convergent thinking: Balancing idea generation and selection
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The importance of testing and prototyping ideas
Case Study/Project:Creative Problem-Solving Exercise – Participants work in small groups to address a complex organizational problem using creative thinking tools, then present their innovative solutions.
Module 4 – Innovation and Overcoming Challenges
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The relationship between creativity and innovation
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How to implement creative ideas effectively within an organization
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Overcoming common barriers to creativity (e.g., fear of failure, time constraints)
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The role of collaboration in fostering innovation
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Building a culture that supports continuous innovation
Case Study/Project:Innovating Under Constraints– Participants are given a limited set of resources or constraints and must come up with innovative solutions to a given challenge.
Module 5 – Applying Creative Thinking in the Workplace
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Translating creative ideas into actionable plans
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How to pitch and present creative ideas to stakeholders
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Building a creative work environment
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Encouraging team creativity and managing diverse thinking styles
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The future of creative thinking in the workplace and leadership
Case Study/Project:Final Creative Solution Presentation – Each participant presents a creative solution to a real-world business challenge, applying techniques learned throughout the course.
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Course Administration Details:
METHODOLOGY
The instructor-led trainings are delivered using a blended learning approach and comprise presentations, guided sessions of practical exercise, web-based tutorials, and group work. Our facilitators are seasoned industry experts with years of experience, working as professionals and trainers in these fields. All facilitation and course materials will be offered in English. The participants should be reasonably proficient in English.
ACCREDITATION
Upon successful completion of this training, participants will be issued an Indepth Research Institute (IRES) certificate certified by the National Industrial Training Authority (NITA).
TRAINING VENUE
The training will be held at IRES Training Centre. The course fee covers the course tuition, training materials, two break refreshments, and lunch. All participants will additionally cater to their travel expenses, visa application, insurance, and other personal expenses.
ACCOMMODATION AND AIRPORT PICKUP
Accommodation and airport pickup are arranged upon request. For reservations contact the Training Officer.
- Email: [email protected]
- Phone: +254715 077 817
TAILOR-MADE
This training can also be customized to suit the needs of your institution upon request. You can have it delivered in our IRES Training Centre or at a convenient location. For further inquiries, please contact us on:
- Email: [email protected]
- Phone: +254715 077 817
PAYMENT
Payment should be transferred to the IRES account through a bank on or before the start of the course. Send proof of payment to [email protected]
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