Facilitating Design Thinking Towards Innovative Sustainability (SkillsFuture-supported)*
With this interactive training program, you will:
- Receive a recognised certificate from TÜV SÜD, demonstrating your proficiency in applying design thinking methods to drive innovative sustainability solutions.
- Gain essential knowledge of design thinking principles and their application in achieving sustainability goals, balancing economic, social, and environmental considerations.
- Develop practical skills in facilitating design thinking processes, enabling you to lead innovation initiatives focused on sustainable outcomes within your organization.
- Learn to apply design thinking methodologies to real-world sustainability challenges, enhancing your ability to create innovative solutions that address complex environmental and social issues.
- Acquire techniques for fostering creativity and collaboration in teams, driving the development of sustainable products, services, and processes.
- Network with professionals from various sectors interested in sustainable innovation, sharing experiences and building relationships with like-minded peers.
- Enhance your professional qualifications and broaden your career prospects in the growing fields of sustainability and innovation management.
- Prepare yourself to contribute significantly to your organization's sustainability efforts, equipped with the tools to facilitate innovative thinking and drive positive environmental and social impact.
TGS Code: TGS-2024042583
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At the end of the course, you will:
- Apply design thinking methodologies to define design problems and generate new ideas for the organisation
- Uncover opportunities for applying design thinking
- Utilise metrics to benchmark and measure outcomes of design ideas and solutions
- Implement plans to embed design thinking
- Facilitate the development and execution of design concepts through prototypes
- Present and communicate the design outcomes and process for design idea
In this program, you will learn the following:
- Concepts, principles and importance of design thinking
- Stages in the design thinking process
- Design thinking methodologies to achieve sustainable innovation
- Prototyping methodologies
The course is specially designed for:
- Sustainability Officers
- Facility managers
- Sustainability consultants
- Product managers
- Program managers
- Operations Managers
- Strategy consultants
- Environment professionals
- Finance managers
The career prospects for the Facilitating Design Thinking Towards Innovative Sustainability (SSG) Training Programme are highly promising. As organisations seek innovative solutions for sustainable practices, there is an increasing demand for professionals skilled in applying design thinking to sustainability challenges.
Career prospects include:
- Sustainability Consultant
- Innovation Manager
- Design Thinking Facilitator
- Sustainable Product Designer
- Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) Specialist
- Environmental Project Manager
- Sustainability Trainer and Educator
The course content and structure are developed by the domain experts from TÜV SÜD. With immense experience and knowledge of the relevant standards, our team of product specialists and technical experts at TÜV SÜD have developed the course content based on the current business landscape and market requirements.
You will receive a certificate of completion from TÜV SÜD at the end of the course. You will also receive a Statement of Attainment from SSG subject to your achievement of a Competency grading for the final assessments.
1. Can I also attend e-learning courses on top of attending the Facilitating Design Thinking Towards Innovative Sustainability (SSG) course?
Yes, you can register for any e-learning course at TÜV SÜD.
2. What is the funding eligibility criteria?
Self-sponsored learners: Up to 50% of course fees for Singapore Citizens and Permanent Residents between 21 and 39 years old, and up to 70% of course fees for Singapore Citizens above 40 years old.
Company-sponsored learners:
1. SME employers who sponsor the following persons can apply for up to 70% funding
2. All employers can apply for absentee payroll
a. Singapore Citizens and PR: $4.50 per hour, capped at $100,000 per enterprise per calendar year
b. Singapore Citizens aged 30 and above (or Persons with Special Needs aged 13 and above), earning a monthly salary ≤$2,500: 95% of hourly basic salary, capped at $13 per hour
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3. What is UTAP and how can I use it for course fee funding?
UTAP is a training benefit and shall apply for NTUC members/ NTUC Starter members only. NTUC and NTUC Starter members shall enjoy 50% off balance course fee payable.
- NTUC Starter members (aged 18-25 years old) shall be eligible for a cap of up to $200 per year.
- NTUC members 39 years old and below shall be eligible for a cap of up to $250 per year.
- NTUC members aged 40 years old and above shall be eligible for a cap of up to $500 per year.
NTUC Members and Starter members shall not be eligible if they have been company sponsored. NTUC member/ NTUC Starter member shall submit claim via UTAP system within 6 months after course/assessment completion.
4. How do I enroll for the Facilitating Design Thinking Towards Innovative Sustainability (SSG) course?
To enrol and check your eligibility for SSG funding, please click on ‘Request training schedule’ button and fill up the form. Our team will contact you for the next steps to evaluate your eligibility for this course and enrolment procedures.
Non-Refundable Application Fee: The total course fee includes a non-refundable application fee of 5%. This fee will be collected during the online checkout process. The Applicant acknowledges and agrees that the application fee is non-refundable under any circumstances, regardless of the outcome of the application.
5. What is the Facilitating Design Thinking Towards Innovative Sustainability (SSG) course methodology?
Participants will learn through lectures, case studies, group exercises and discussions.
6. Can I get a refund if I cancel my enrolment?
Yes, please contact us at [email protected] for more details. Terms and conditions apply.
7. Are there any tests in the middle of the course?
There will be formative assessments (class activities) during the class. There will be two modes of assessment at the end of the class, namely, a written test and a case study assessment. The achievement of a Competency grading is required in order to obtain a Statement of Attainment from SSG.