Course Description

Unleashing Your Creative Genius: The "Innovative Thinking" Odyssey

Step into the vibrant universe of "Innovative Thinking," a transformative course curated meticulously to unfurl the boundless power of your mind. We beckon you to a universe where convention meets creativity, where boundaries blur to birth brilliance. Over an immersive twelve-lesson journey, we challenge you to dismantle the familiar and embrace the extraordinary.

Every groundbreaking idea, every revolutionary product, and every industry-shifting service began as a flicker of thought in an imaginative mind. With "Innovative Thinking," we empower you to be the mastermind behind tomorrow's innovations.

Here's a glimpse of what awaits:

  1. The Innovation Landscape: Embark on a panoramic tour of the vast and varied world of innovation. Understand its multifaceted nature, from incremental changes to disruptive shifts.

  2. Innovation Ecosystems: Dive deep into what makes organizations breeding grounds for pioneering ideas. As a leader, be the torchbearer who illuminates the path to a culture that values and nurtures innovation.

  3. The Roadblocks Within: Often, the most formidable barriers to innovation are internal. Confront and conquer personal inhibitors that stifle creativity, ensuring you’re consistently at your innovative best.

  4. A Leader's Guide: Learn to infuse your leadership with an innovative spirit. Guide your teams, stimulate groundbreaking ideas, and build an environment where creativity is the norm, not the exception.

  5. Self-Discovery and Empowerment: Tap into the reservoir of your innate strengths, refining them to amplify your innovative capabilities. Discover pathways that resonate with your passion and drive.

  6. Innovation as a Way of Life: Innovation isn't just for the boardroom. Integrate it into every facet of your existence. From personal pursuits to professional endeavors, reimagine every journey with an innovative lens.

The post-course transformation promises to be palpable. With a rejuvenated mindset, you'll be poised to navigate challenges with newfound creativity. Your leadership will be characterized by an invigorating energy, propelling those around you towards higher echelons of achievement. And personally? Prepare to rediscover yourself, as you embrace change, challenge convention, and champion creativity.

Because at its core, "Innovative Thinking" isn’t just a course. It’s a clarion call to every dreamer, every leader, every individual. It's an invitation to break the mold, to redefine boundaries, and to etch an indelible mark on the annals of innovation.

Dare to dream. Dare to disrupt. Dare to define the future. Equip yourself with the formidable weapon of "Innovative Thinking" and architect a tomorrow brimming with potential. After all, greatness isn't just about reaching destinations; it's about charting paths unknown. Join us, and let's co-author the future!

 

  • Completely Online
  • Self-Paced
  • Printable Lessons
  • Full HD Video  
  • 6 Months to Complete
  • 24/7 Availability
  • Start Anytime
  • PC & Mac Compatible
  • Android & iOS Friendly
  • Accredited CEUs
Universal Class is an IACET Accredited Provider
 

Learning Outcomes

By successfully completing this course, students will be able to:
  • Define the key characteristics of innovative thinking and identify strategies to cultivate such a mindset.
  • Demonstrate an understanding of the relationship between diverse experiences and the enhancement of creative thinking skills in problem-solving.
  • Define sustainable innovation by identifying and describing incremental changes within a product, process, or service to enhance its market relevance and user experience.
  • Differentiate between breakout, disruptive, and sustainable innovation by categorizing case study examples, highlighting their key characteristics and impacts on industries.
  • Define the importance of innovation in modern business environments by identifying how brainstorming, development, and prototyping contribute to successful innovation outcomes.
  • Demonstrate the ability to create and refine ideas into viable strategies using structured methodologies like brainstorming and prototyping to foster innovation in a team or individual setting.
  • Define the role of Idea Champions in advancing innovation by illustrating their ability to shepherd projects from inception to implementation through dedication and perseverance.
  • Identify key characteristics and functions of New Venture Teams in fostering innovation, focusing on their ability to autonomously develop and market novel solutions while maintaining alignment with corporate goals.
  • Demonstrate the ability to generate creative solutions to a given problem by applying the skills of thinking outside the box and viewing circumstances from various perspectives, resulting in at least two unique solutions.
  • Define innovative thinking by identifying and describing its key components, including creative problem-solving and embracing failure as a learning tool, with 90% accuracy.
  • Define the essential components of a creative work environment by identifying elements that stimulate and support innovation, such as physical layout and team diversity.
  • Demonstrate how team dynamics and collaborative exercises like brainstorming contribute to creative problem-solving by actively participating in group activities and producing innovative outcomes.
  • Identify and categorize brainstormed ideas based on shared attributes, ensuring a focused progression towards a unified concept.
  • Demonstrate mastery of lesson content at levels of 70% or higher.
 
 

Assessment Guide

Assessment Points
Lesson 1 Assignment 1 points
Notebook Activity 1 points
Exam 1 11 points
Lesson 2 Assignment 1 points
Exam 2 10 points
Lesson 3 Assignment 1 points
Exam 3 10 points
Lesson 4 Assignment 1 points
Exam 4 10 points
Exam 5 10 points
Lesson 6 Assignment 1 points
Exam 6 10 points
Lesson 7 Assignment 1 points
Exam 7 10 points
Lesson 8 Assignment 1 points
Exam 8 10 points
Lesson 9 Assignment 1 points
Exam 10 10 points
Lesson 12 Assignment 1 points
Exam 12 10 points
The Final Exam 51 points
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