Course Description
1-Day Human-Centered Design Creative Facilitation Course (Certificate) *AI Included
Step into a high-energy 1-Day Creative Facilitation Course designed for leaders, innovators, and practitioners who want to master the art of facilitation. You’ll learn how to guide diverse groups with confidence, inspire creativity, and translate collaboration into strategic insights.
Those guiding innovation often face unique challenges. They must navigate complex stakeholder dynamics while balancing bold creativity with strategic outcomes. At the same time, they need to maintain energy and engagement in high-level settings and ensure that workshops lead to actionable business impact.
In this program, you will learn how to:
- Facilitate with authority and ease in boardrooms and innovation spaces
- Design sessions that shape creativity and strategic alignment
- Keep energy levels high while achieving clear business goals
- Apply Human-Centered Design and AI-powered tools to accelerate decision-making and innovation
This course is built for those who expect more than just training. It’s an experience that blends world-class facilitation with executive insight, equipping you with both human and AI-driven methods to create lasting impact.
KHDA Educational Services Permit: 633078
Early Bird Price
2750 AED
Length
2 days
Language
English
Standard Price
3250 AED
Involvement
7 hours a day
Course Type
In-person or online
What is this course about?
Facilitation is key in running successful Design Thinking workshop sessions. Creating a space and an environment which people feel confident and can be creative in is the key responsibility of the Facilitator. Throughout the course you will be challenged to work in small teams to practice all aspects of facilitating workshops.
While you will be using Design Thinking tools (e.g. Stakeholder Mapping, Customer Journey Mapping, Prototyping), the focus will be on your personal facilitation skills of designing and facilitating Design Thinking workshops.
Through a structured and creative approach, participants will:
- Gain foundational knowledge in AI and Design Thinking
- Practice problem-based solution development
- Rapidly ideate, test, and validate concepts
- Build a high-fidelity, AI-supported prototyp
Ready to embark on a journey filled with innovation? Sign up today!
We craft with a Designer’s Mindset
Our goal is to unlock your challenges and create lasting impact. With our practical approach, we empower you to lead change, providing the tools to identify beneficial opportunities and nurture valuable solutions.
What will you learn?
During this day, you will practice various aspects of facilitating Design Thinking sessions by working on a challenge. With a strong focus on your personal facilitation style, group dynamics, energizers and mindsetters, you will learn how to run high-energy and effective workshops for mixed audiences.
Welcome & Self Assessment
Introduction
Facilitation Principles
Facilitation Opportunities
Mindsetters & Appearance
Energy Management
Personal Presentation
Facilitation Opportunities
Develop & Team Dynamics
Problem Framing
Managing Groups
Facilitation Opportunities
Implement & Personal Plan
Facilitation Opportunities
Action Plans
Personal Coaching
Coaching Session
Follow-up call with facilitators to discuss any challenges you experience regarding your on-the-job Facilitation Opportunity
Who is this course for?
This course is designed for:
Managers or Team Leaders...
…seeking to guide their teams in using Design Thinking in their daily work
Executives or Decision Makers...
...having solid experience with the Double Diamond methodology and the tools used in the Design Thinking process and looking to expand their facilitation skills
Young Professionals (individuals)...
...aspiring to guide Design Thinking sessions with confidence
Facilitators & Moderators...
...looking for in-depth training on how to integrate Design Thinking into facilitating projects & processes
Basic knowledge of the Design Thinking process & tools is required
Homework: 1 hrs preparation & personal introduction Miro board
Who will be teaching this course?
Tim Schuurman
Founder & MENA Expert
Co-owner of DT Academy, Tim is a visionary leader with deep expertise in innovation and incremental change. Holding an MBA and MSc in Business and Financial Management, he designs transformative concepts and empowers businesses across the MENA region.
Certificate
After successful completion of the 1-Day Design Thinking Creative Facilitation course, participants are awarded a DesignThinkers Academy Certificate and you can celebrate your achievement of becoming a true Facilitator. All tools and materials will be available after the course for personal use.
