Module 1: Foundations of Creativity and Innovation

·       Defining creativity and innovation in the workplace

·       The difference between incremental and disruptive innovation

·       The core principles of creative thinking

·       The role of curiosity and open-mindedness

·       Practical session: A group activity to explore the differences between creativity and innovation through a simple hands-on challenge.

Module 2: The Creative Mindset

·       The importance of a growth mindset

·       Overcoming the fear of failure

·       The concept of "intellectual courage"

·       Unlocking your inner creative genius

·       Practical session: A self-assessment quiz to identify personal biases and a facilitated discussion on overcoming them.

Module 3: Structured Ideation Techniques

·       Brainstorming rules and best practices

·       Structured ideation methods (e.g., SCAMPER, mind mapping)

·       Reverse brainstorming to find new opportunities

·       Using prompts and constraints to spark ideas

·       Practical session: A facilitated creative brainstorming session using a structured ideation technique to generate a wide range of solutions for a challenging problem.

Module 4: Creative Problem-Solving

·       The four-step creative problem-solving process

·       How to reframe a problem to find a new solution

·       Using analogies and metaphors to generate new ideas

·       The importance of a "beginner's mind"

·       Practical session: A team-based problem-solving challenge that requires a creative, non-traditional solution.

Module 5: Prototyping and Experimentation

·       The importance of "failing fast" and iterative design

·       Low-fidelity vs. high-fidelity prototypes

·       Creating a simple prototype to test an idea

·       Gathering feedback and learning from prototypes

·       Practical session: A hands-on activity where teams create a physical prototype for a new product or process using simple materials.

Module 6: Cultivating a Culture of Innovation

·       The role of leadership in fostering innovation

·       How to encourage a "no-blame" environment

·       Creating psychological safety for risk-taking

·       Celebrating small wins and rewarding creative efforts

·       Practical session: A group workshop to develop a "Team Charter" focused on shared innovation values and norms.

Module 7: Overcoming Barriers to Creativity

·       Identifying common organizational and personal barriers

·       Strategies for navigating resistance and skepticism

·       Dealing with negative feedback and criticism

·       The importance of resilience in the face of setbacks

·       Practical session: A role-playing scenario where participants practice responding to common barriers to new ideas.

Module 8: Communicating and Selling Ideas

·       The importance of telling a compelling story

·       Structuring a clear and concise pitch

·       Tailoring your message to your audience

·       Handling difficult questions and objections

·       Practical session: Participants prepare and deliver a short pitch for a new idea, receiving feedback from their peers.

Module 9: The Role of Technology in Innovation

·       Leveraging digital tools for collaboration and ideation

·       How new technologies can enable innovation

·       The importance of staying up-to-date with emerging trends

·       The ethics of technology and innovation

·       Practical session: A group activity to research and present on an emerging technology and its potential for innovation.

Module 10: Creating a Personal Innovation Plan

·       Summarizing key learnings and identifying personal strengths

·       Building a personalized action plan for ongoing development

·       Setting specific, measurable goals for continuous growth

·       Accountability and support strategies for maintaining new habits

·       Practical session: Individual and peer review sessions focused on refining and committing to a personal innovation development plan.

Requirements:

·       Participants should be reasonably proficient in English.

·       Applicants must live up to Armstrong Global Institute admission criteria.

Terms and Conditions

1. Discounts: Organizations sponsoring Four Participants will have the 5th attend Free

2. What is catered for by the Course Fees: Fees cater for all requirements for the training – Learning materials, Lunches, Teas, Snacks and Certification. All participants will additionally cater for their travel and accommodation expenses, visa application, insurance, and other personal expenses.

3. Certificate Awarded: Participants are awarded Certificates of Participation at the end of the training.

4. The program content shown here is for guidance purposes only. Our continuous course improvement process may lead to changes in topics and course structure.

5. Approval of Course: Our Programs are NITA Approved. Participating organizations can therefore claim reimbursement on fees paid in accordance with NITA Rules.

Booking for Training

Simply send an email to the Training Officer on training@armstrongglobalinstitute.com and we will send you a registration form. We advise you to book early to avoid missing a seat to this training.

Or call us on +254720272325 / +254725012095 / +254724452588

Payment Options

We provide 3 payment options, choose one for your convenience, and kindly make payments at least 5 days before the Training start date to reserve your seat:

1. Groups of 5 People and Above – Cheque Payments to: Armstrong Global Training & Development Center Limited should be paid in advance, 5 days to the training.

2. Invoice: We can send a bill directly to you or your company.

3. Deposit directly into Bank Account (Account details provided upon request)

Cancellation Policy

1. Payment for all courses includes a registration fee, which is non-refundable, and equals 15% of the total sum of the course fee.

2. Participants may cancel attendance 14 days or more prior to the training commencement date.

3. No refunds will be made 14 days or less before the training commencement date. However, participants who are unable to attend may opt to attend a similar training course at a later date or send a substitute participant provided the participation criteria have been met.

Tailor Made Courses

This training course can also be customized for your institution upon request for a minimum of 5 participants. You can have it conducted at our Training Centre or at a convenient location. For further inquiries, please contact us on Tel: +254720272325 / +254725012095 / +254724452588 or Email training@armstrongglobalinstitute.com

Accommodation and Airport Transfer

Accommodation and Airport Transfer is arranged upon request and at extra cost. For reservations contact the Training Officer on Email: training@armstrongglobalinstitute.com or on Tel: +254720272325 / +254725012095 / +254724452588