Design Thinking (DTMethod Foundation)

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The Programme

DTMethod® is an APMG accredited Design Thinking approach which comprises a set of rules, guidelines and tools that help structure a Design Thinking initiative. The DTMethod® brings a predictable and easy to implement process to a highly dynamic environment.

The DTMethod® Foundation Course certification scheme supports the learning requirements of individuals and organizations who want to understand, adopt, and adapt the DTMethod®.

Design Thinking is an approach gaining more and more recognition around the world. It serves to raise creativity levels while designing new products and processes while minimising cost. Design Thinking is a tool which helps create innovations and improvements to existing products to meet the needs and changing expectations of users. It is recognised as one of the most reliable methods used in the pre-project phase to assess the cost-effectiveness of a proposal and how the project deliverable will deliver as many benefits to the organization and customer as possible.

The DTMethod® is based on three core elements: 

• DTTools, with up to 20 tools available
• DTRules and DTRoles, consisting of the rules and roles to follow when applying the DTMethod®
• DTMethod® Implementation, or the process for combining the Tools, Rule and Roles.  
   

Who is this for?

Design Thinking (DTMethod Foundation) will be of benefit to:

• Project Managers
• SCRUM Masters, Product Owners
• Project Team Members, Sponsors
• Problem Solvers, Moderators
• Continuous Improvement Team Members
• Management and Strategy Organisers
• Trainers and Facilitators
   

Learning Outcomes

The learning objectives of this Design Thinking (DTMethod® Foundation) Course include:

• Understanding the Design Thinking process 
• Learning and applying DTTools, tools which enhance creative processes
• Understanding DTRules, that are needed for successful implementation
• Understanding how the Design Thinking process sits within the organisation approach
• Know the DTRoles – the roles and responsibilities in the Design Thinking process
• Know how to run a Design Thinking process
• Be ready to take the APMG DTMethod® Foundation exam

Course Content

Design Thinking (DTMethod Foundation) will cover the following:

• Introduction to Design Thinking
• Introduction to DTMethod®
• Workshops Session One: beginning DTMethod® Process and Exploration Phase
  • Stakeholder research: interviews, questionnaires and observations
  • Desk research
  • Stakeholder research planning
• Workshops Session Two: Exploration Phase
  • Course of exploration phase; principles of DTMethod® in exploration phase
  • Workshop Activity Explore ideas
• Workshops Session Three: Creative Phase
  • Course of creative phase; principles of DTMethod® in creative phase
  • Assess, Align & Agree workshop
• Workshops Sessions Four & Five: Construction Phase
  • Design of Experiments
  • Feedback mechanisms
• Exam Preparation

Assessment

The Exam is held as part of the course on the final day. This is a 40 Minute choice closed-book examination with 50 questions. Participants must achieve a 65% score to pass. You will receive a Certificate from APMG on successful completion of the exam.

Other Information

APMG is an international organisation that provides best practice certifications that deliver better outcomes by providing the skills, processes and frameworks needed to help individuals and their organisations to grow. Their certifications are delivered by training partners, including Althris and the IPA, who are recognized for their commitment to delivering exceptional service. They have a diverse portfolio of certification schemes including internationally renowned solutions for Project, Business and Information & Technology Management and Cyber Security.

Course Leader

The workshop leader is David McCreery (Althris) who will bring many years of practical knowledge, expertise and unique insights to enrich the formal learning of the class.