Course Information

Introduction

This 35-day Innovation Management Executive Mini Master develops advanced knowledge and practical skills required to create, manage and implement innovation initiatives that support organizational growth and competitiveness.

The program focuses on creative thinking, innovation tools, innovation culture, design thinking, product ideas and innovation planning. Participants will learn how to generate new ideas, apply structured innovation methods, build supportive innovation environments, understand customer needs and transform ideas into practical solutions.

Through practical frameworks, innovation methodologies, case studies and applied projects, participants will develop the ability to lead innovation activities, improve problem-solving approaches and create value through new products, services and processes.

The final five days are dedicated to a thesis project, where participants apply the innovation management concepts and tools learned throughout the Mini Master to analyze a real organizational innovation challenge and develop a structured improvement plan.

Objectives

By the end of this Executive Mini Master, participants will be able to:

1. Apply creative thinking methods to generate ideas and develop innovative solutions to organizational challenges.

2. Use innovation tools and frameworks to identify opportunities, evaluate ideas and support innovation processes.

3. Develop an innovation culture that encourages creativity, collaboration and continuous improvement.

4. Apply design thinking approaches to understand user needs and create customer-focused solutions.

5. Develop and evaluate product ideas based on market needs, feasibility and organizational objectives.

6. Create innovation plans that define priorities, resources, implementation steps and performance measures.

7. Complete a practical thesis project that applies innovation management concepts, tools and frameworks to an organizational innovation challenge and presents an improvement plan.

Who Should Attend?

This Executive Mini Master is designed for:

1. Executives, senior managers and business leaders responsible for organizational growth and innovation initiatives.

2. Innovation managers and professionals leading improvement and transformation projects.

3. Product managers, business development professionals and entrepreneurs developing new products or services.

4. Marketing, customer experience and strategy professionals seeking to create customer-focused innovations.

5. Professionals and managers seeking to strengthen their creativity, innovation and problem-solving capabilities.

Training Method

• Pre-assessment
• Live group instruction
• Use of real-world examples, case studies and exercises
• Interactive participation and discussion
• Power point presentation, LCD and flip chart
• Group activities and tests
• Post-assessment
If Applicable:
• Each participant receives a 7” Tablet containing a copy of the presentation, slides and handouts

Program Support

This program is supported by:
* Interactive discussions
* Role-play
* Case studies and highlight the techniques available to the participants.

Daily Agenda

Daily Schedule (Monday to Friday)
- 09:00 AM – 10:30 AM Technical Session 1
- 10:30 AM – 12:00 PM Technical Session 2
- 12:00 PM – 01:00 PM Technical Session 3
- 01:00 PM – 02:00 PM Lunch Break (If Applicable)
- Participants are expected to engage in guided self-study, reading, or personal reflection on the day’s content. This contributes toward the CPD accreditation and deepens conceptual understanding.
- 02:00 PM – 04:00 PM Self-Study & Reflection

Please Note:
- All training sessions are conducted from Monday to Friday, following the standard working week observed in the United Kingdom and European Union. Saturday and Sunday are official weekends and are not counted as part of the course duration.
- Coffee and refreshments are available on a floating basis throughout the morning. Participants may help themselves at their convenience to ensure an uninterrupted learning experience Provided if applicable and subject to course delivery arrangements.
- Lunch Provided if applicable and subject to course delivery arrangements.

Part 2 / 7

Understanding Innovation Frameworks

- Exploring structured approaches used to manage innovation.
- Understanding different innovation methods and their applications.
- Selecting suitable tools based on innovation objectives.


Applying Innovation Tools

- Using tools to identify opportunities and generate ideas.
- Evaluating ideas based on value, feasibility and impact.
- Supporting innovation decisions through structured analysis.


Managing Innovation Processes

- Developing innovation workflows from idea generation to implementation.
- Organizing innovation activities and responsibilities.
- Improving innovation outcomes through effective processes.

Part 3 / 7

Understanding Innovation Culture

- Exploring the role of organizational culture in supporting innovation.
- Understanding behaviours that encourage creativity and experimentation.
- Identifying cultural barriers that limit innovation.


Building an Innovative Organization

- Developing practices that encourage employee participation.
- Supporting collaboration, learning and knowledge sharing.
- Creating environments that allow new ideas to develop.


Leading Innovation Change

- Understanding leadership responsibilities in innovation development.
- Encouraging innovation adoption across teams.
- Sustaining innovation through continuous improvement practices.

Part 4 / 7

Understanding Design Thinking Principles

- Exploring the design thinking approach to solving complex problems.
- Understanding the importance of user needs and experiences.
- Recognizing the stages of the design thinking process.


Applying Design Thinking Methods

- Identifying user challenges and opportunities.
- Developing ideas based on customer insights.
- Creating solutions through collaboration and experimentation.


Testing and Improving Solutions

- Developing prototypes and testing ideas.
- Collecting feedback to improve solutions.
- Refining concepts before implementation.

Part 5 / 7

Developing Product Ideas

- Understanding the process of transforming opportunities into product concepts.
- Identifying customer needs and market opportunities.
- Evaluating ideas based on organizational objectives.


Assessing Product Opportunities

- Analyzing feasibility, value and potential impact.
- Understanding customer expectations and market requirements.
- Selecting promising ideas for further development.


Creating Product Development Approaches

- Defining product concepts and value propositions.
- Aligning product ideas with business strategy.
- Preparing ideas for implementation and market introduction.

Part 6 / 7

Understanding Innovation Planning

- Exploring the role of planning in successful innovation initiatives.
- Defining innovation objectives, priorities and expected outcomes.
- Aligning innovation activities with organizational strategy.


Developing Innovation Plans

- Creating structured innovation roadmaps.
- Defining resources, responsibilities and implementation steps.
- Establishing timelines and milestones for innovation initiatives.


Managing Innovation Performance

- Measuring innovation progress and outcomes.
- Identifying improvement opportunities during implementation.
- Supporting continuous innovation development.

Part 7 / 7 Executive Mini Masters Thesis

Innovation Management Improvement Thesis

Day 31: Thesis Definition and Planning

- Identify an organizational innovation challenge related to the topics covered during the Mini Master.
- Define the thesis problem statement, objectives and expected outcomes.
- Establish the scope, methodology and approach for the thesis project.


Day 32: Research and Innovation Analysis

- Collect relevant information about the selected innovation challenge.
- Apply creative thinking, innovation tools, innovation culture, design thinking, product ideas and innovation planning frameworks learned during the program.
- Analyze current innovation practices, gaps and improvement opportunities.


Day 33: Developing Innovation Solutions

- Develop recommendations to improve innovation effectiveness.
- Create an implementation roadmap with actions and responsibilities.
- Define measures to evaluate innovation improvement outcomes.


Day 34: Thesis Writing and Final Review

- Structure the thesis document using a professional format.
- Review analysis, recommendations and innovation improvement approach.
- Prepare the executive summary and final presentation materials.


Day 35: Thesis Presentation and Evaluation

- Present the completed innovation management improvement thesis project.
- Receive feedback and evaluation on the proposed solutions.
- Finalize practical actions for applying innovation improvements within the organization.