Creative-thinking techniques

At the end of the course, you will earn a Certificate of Completion from Spirit in Projects.

Do you enjoy being part of the creative process, reflecting on the status quo with a critical eye? If you’re keen to explore different approaches to generating fresh ideas, this training course is just what you need. Together, we will explore various methods to structure the creative process effectively, while also leaving space for genuine innovation.

Objectives

  • Learn and apply various creative-thinking methods
  • Develop the skills to design and build prototypes efficiently
  • Understand how to spot opportunities for innovation within current business processes and organizational structures
  • Implement new ideas and concepts by utilizing established creative methods
  • Develop ideas creatively and present them convincingly

Target groups:

Business Analyst, Requirements Engineer, Usability Expert, Scrum Master, AI Expert, Project Manager, Project Director, Demand Manager, Portfolio Manager, IT Project Director, Test Manager, Tester, Test Automation Specialist, Test Engineer, Enterprise Architect, System Architect, Software Architect, Software Designer, Software Developer, Product Owner and for all who are ready to explore the possibilities.

Syllabus

1. An introduction to creative-thinking techniques

  • Meaning of creativity in IT
  • Advantages of applying creative-thinking techniques integrating problem-solving and innovation

2. Approaches and creative methods

  • Difference between divergent and convergent thinking
  • Brainstorming
  • Mind Mapping
  • SCAMPER
  • 6-3-5 Method (brainwriting)
  • Osborn checklist
  • Walt Disney method
  • Scenario technqiue

3. Design Thinking

  • Techniques such as empathy, definition, ideation, prototyping and testing.
  • Technique 1 – Empathy – Understand the user
  • Technique 2 – Clarify – Clarify the problem
  • Technique 3 – Ideation – Generate creative ideas for solutions
  • Technique 4 – Prototyping – Generate first drafts for solutions quickly
  • Technique 5 – Testing – Implement feedback and improve the solution
  • Reflection and put design thinking into action
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