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Design Thinking for InnovationBy University of Virginia, Jeanne M. Liedtka

In a Nutshell

This course teaches us how to implement design thinking - a creative and innovative approach to solving problems - in our day-to-day lives.

Favorite Quote

Design thinking is a problem-solving approach that asks four questions, and that is human-centered, possibility-driven, option-focused, and iterative in its approach.

Jeanne Liedtka

Introduction

Whatever your job, innovation is key. From retail stores to schools, governments to startups, we are all expected to do more with less.

Design thinking can help us become innovative thinkers and consider new, creative possibilities and answers to our professional conundrums.

In this Coursera program presented by the Darden School of Business at the University of Virginia, you'll find an overview of design thinking as well as four key questions to help you implement it as your approach to problem-solving.

Jeanne Liedtka, a strategist and professor of business administration at the University of Virginia, leads the course. She is a pioneer in design thinking and organic growth, and her expertise guides us through this course.

Design thinking is necessary for all professionals across most industries and its applications are nearly limitless. Learn how to implement it in your work today.

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