EXECUTIVE SUMMARY
This course equips professionals with essential skills in creative thinking and structured problem-solving. Participants will explore proven frameworks and techniques that unlock innovative solutions in complex business environments. Through case studies, role plays, and hands-on activities, the course empowers individuals and teams to address challenges creatively and make better decisions. It is designed to enhance innovation culture, especially within fast-paced organizations and industries across the GCC.
INTRODUCTION
In an era of disruption and uncertainty, traditional problem-solving is no longer enough. Creative problem-solving requires a shift in mindset—one that values divergent thinking, encourages experimentation, and embraces ambiguity. This course introduces participants to practical tools that boost creative confidence and unlock their potential to innovate. It covers techniques like design thinking, lateral thinking, and structured ideation. Learners will gain insights into overcoming mental blocks and applying creative solutions in real work situations.
COURSE OBJECTIVES
- Define and apply creative problem-solving techniques to business challenges
- Identify and break through mental blocks and cognitive biases
- Utilize brainstorming and ideation tools to generate innovative ideas
- Apply structured frameworks like design thinking to real-life scenarios
- Improve decision-making through creative analysis and evaluation
- Strengthen collaboration within diverse teams to solve complex issues
TARGET AUDIENCE
- Mid to senior-level professionals and team leaders
- Strategic planners and innovation managers
- Problem-solving facilitators and HR professionals
- Project managers and product developers
- Professionals in fast-growing GCC companies seeking innovation culture
COURSE OUTLINE
DAY 1: Foundations of Creative Thinking
- Understanding the innovation mindset
- Exploring the difference between critical and creative thinking
- Identifying common mental blocks
- Introduction to divergent and convergent thinking
DAY 2: Tools for Structured Problem Solving
- The 6-step problem-solving model
- Root cause analysis (5 Whys, Fishbone diagram)
- SCAMPER and mind mapping for idea generation
- Choosing the right approach for each challenge
DAY 3: Design Thinking in Action
- Stages of design thinking: empathize, define, ideate, prototype, test
- Applying human-centered design in business contexts
- Using empathy maps and journey mapping
- Group prototyping exercise and feedback
DAY 4: Creative Decision Making
- Integrating logic and intuition in decision-making
- Prioritization matrices and evaluation grids
- Overcoming decision paralysis and risk aversion
- Balancing creativity with feasibility and impact
DAY 5: Driving Innovation in the Workplace
- Building a culture that supports creative thinking
- Techniques to encourage innovation in teams
- Turning ideas into executable solutions
- Action planning and personal development roadmap
COURSE DURATION
This course is available in different formats:
- 1 week (intensive training)
- 2 weeks (moderate pace with additional practice)
- 3 weeks (comprehensive learning experience)
Participants can join in-person or attend online based on their preference.
INSTRUCTOR INFORMATION
The course is delivered by expert trainers from various regions, bringing diverse global experience in creativity, innovation, and business transformation. Trainers have facilitated similar programs for both corporate and government sectors in the GCC and beyond.
F&Q
- Who should attend this course? Mid to senior-level managers, aspiring leaders, and professionals involved in innovation, strategy, or change initiatives.
- What are the key benefits of this training? Enhanced creative thinking skills, practical problem-solving frameworks, and greater confidence in leading innovation.
- Do participants receive a certificate? Yes, a certificate is awarded upon successful course completion.
- What language is the course delivered in? The course is available in English and Arabic.
- Can I attend online? Yes, you may attend in-person, online, or request an in-house program for your organization.
CONCLUSION
Organizations that foster creative thinking stay ahead in the market. This course empowers professionals with the mindset and tools needed to turn challenges into opportunities. By the end of the program, participants will be able to generate breakthrough ideas, navigate ambiguity, and lead innovation in their teams.
