What is Innovation?
According to Nick Skillicorn, innovation can be defined as turning an idea into a solution that adds value from the customers’ perspectives. Innovation simply refers to the act of coming up with different and creative ideas that have never been practiced before. However, ideas are not innovated out of the air. Typically, individuals examine and reflect upon their existing knowledge and experiences to concoct a new insight or perception that is highly unique and different from the rest. That said, innovation is hence the process of combining existing information and views into something new and unique. Apple’s iPhone was an innovation because at that point, no other company was selling smartphones touchscreen facilities. Likewise, Tesla’s concept of electric cars was another breakthrough innovation in a world concerned with the impacts of climate change. Innovation keeps organisations thriving because customers are always looking for new products and efficient solutions to their problems. This demand for efficient solutions urged Uber and Lyft to come up with the idea of booking cabs simply with a few clicks on the phones. In fact, the search for innovation is the reason why pharmaceutical and automobile companies invest millions and billions upon research and development. Thus, innovation is a key concept, and companies that foster innovation are always active and responsive to market changes.
Why Should We Foster Innovation?
- Fostering innovation will enable us to look for more efficient alternatives, thus allowing us to save time and money in the long run.
- Innovative organisations are capable of designing highly unique products that enable them to stand out against competitors and enjoy a rapid growth in sales.
- Fostering innovation will prepare individuals to question the way things are done, instead of sticking to the traditional patterns and never locating inefficiencies in the current system.
- Organisations that promote innovation tend to motivate their employees more because innovation occurs when employee participation and brainstorming is encouraged.
- Innovative minds are more flexible and willing to accept and adapt to both organisational and personal changes. In fact, their innovative thinking helps them prepare for potential changes.
What will you learn?
This online fostering innovation training course will be discussing about the techniques suitable for cultivating and reaping the benefits of innovation in a world that is prone to unprecedented changes. This online skills training course on fostering innovation will cover the following topics:
- Ways to create an innovative workspace.
- Key traits associated with innovative leaders.
- Processes and work flows that can be implemented to become innovative thinkers.
- Creating an innovative environment.
Know more about the course.
Course Delivery: The course will be delivered online on Skill Advantage’s LMS. There will be a mix of text and videos available.
Course Price: Rs. 4,000
Access Time: 2 Months
Certification: Receive an online PDF certificate offered by Skill Advantage and Accredited by Asian College of Teachers, Asia’s biggest teacher training organisation. Hard copy of certificates can be availed for an additional charge.
Course Outline – Fostering Innovation Training Outline
- How to Use This Guide
- Course Overview
- Learning Objectives
- Pre-Assignment
- Pre-Course Assessment
- Session Two: Creating an Innovative Environment
- What Does Fostering Innovation Mean?
- Creating an Innovative Environment
- Implementing Innovation in the Workplace
- Session Three: Who Is Doing It Well?
- Case Study: Google
- The Best Business Activity
- Session Four: A Leader’s Role in Innovation
- What Does an Innovative Leader Look Like?
- How to Be a Great Leader Activity
- Pre-Assignment Review
- Are You an Innovative Leader?
- Creating Employee Engagagement
- How to Get Employees Involved
- Session Five: Systems and Processes for Innovation
- Systems and Processes
- Types of Processes that Lead to Innovation
- Hiring the Best
- Creative Interviewing Activity
- Session Six: Is it Okay to Fail?
- Failure in Innovation
- Shaping a New Mindset
- Session Seven: Innovation and Teams
- Is Innovation a Team Sport?
- Diverse Teams
- Session Eight: What Happens When You Foster Innovation
- Bringing it All Together
- Personal Action Plan
- Recommended Reading List
- Post-Course Assessment
- Pre- and Post-Course Assessment Answer Key
- Pre-Course Assessment
- Post-Course Assessment
- Assignment Answer Key
- Session Two Creating an Innovative Environment
- Session Six: Is it Okay to Fail?
Who is eligible for the course?
- Managers in any field
- Employees in any field
- Recent Graduates
- Supervisors and Leaders
- Students
- Professors
- Team Leaders
Academic Support
Individuals participating in the Skill Advantage’s online skills and training courses will be entitled to receiving thorough and persistent support from Skill Advantage’s highly qualified academic tutors. From answering questions regarding the use of the e-learning platforms to clarifying doubts regarding certain topics, our friendly tutors will always be available to assist and further facilitate your learning experience.
Contact Details
- skilladvantagetraining@gmail.com
- Mittal Commercia, Unit No. 412, C - Wing, Asan Para Road, Marol Naka, Andheri East - 400059, Mumbai, Maharashtra 400059
- SAI PREMA’, 1st Floor, Christ Lane No.39 Krishnanagar, Hosur Rd, Industrial Area, Koramangala, Bengaluru, Karnataka 560029
Upgrade your Course
You can opt for a more thorough and effective learning experience by opting for additional online Career Development and Training courses. You can create a bundle by choosing extra the following additional courses:
Prices
- The entire Career Development and Training Course Bundle: Rs. 30,000
- 1 Course: Rs. 4,000
- Bundle with 2 Courses: Rs. 6,999
- Bundle with 3 Courses: Rs. 10,999
- Bundle with 4 Courses: Rs. 14,999
- Bundle with 5 Courses: Rs. 18,999
- Bundle with 6 Courses: Rs. 21,999
- Bundle with 7 Courses: Rs. 23,499
- Bundle with 8 Courses: Rs. 25,999
- Bundle with 9 Courses: Rs. 27,999
- Bundle with 10 Courses: Rs. 29,999
