Last Update: Aug 08, 2025

Design Thinking and Innovation

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  • 11 Lesson

About Course

The Design Thinking & Innovation course, led by Emmanuel Agbeko Gamor, focuses on fostering innovation within the insurance and asset management industries. The course emphasizes practical applications of design thinking to address industry-specific challenges, encouraging participants to rethink organizational approaches to innovation, culture, and structure. It covers foundational concepts of innovation management, tools, and frameworks, with a strong focus on applying design thinking principles to develop business cases and implement change. The course also explores the role of AI in asset management and ethical considerations, using interactive sessions, discussions, and workshops to enhance learning. Participants engage in activities like prototyping, experimentation, and resource planning to bring innovative ideas to life, preparing them to drive meaningful change in their organizations.

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Introduction to Innovation and Design Thinking
Module 1 serves as the foundational entry point for the Design Thinking & Innovation course, introducing participants to the core concepts of innovation and design thinking, with a focus on their application in the insurance and asset management industries. The module aims to equip learners with a clear understanding of what innovation entails, how it drives competitive advantage, and how design thinking provides a structured approach to solving industry-specific challenges. Through interactive discussions, case studies, and video content, participants explore innovation management and the three-stage design thinking process: Invent the Future, Test Your Idea, and Bring It to Life. The module emphasizes practical relevance, encouraging participants to connect theoretical concepts to real-world scenarios in their organizations. By the end, learners will be prepared to apply these concepts to foster innovation and address customer needs effectively.

Tools and Frameworks for Innovation Management
Module 2 equips participants with tools and frameworks to manage innovation in insurance and asset management, focusing on process, people, and technology. It explores overcoming resistance to change and applying design thinking to develop business cases. The pre-reading on "Centiced Leadership" emphasizes leadership’s role in

AI and Ethics in Asset Management
This Module explores the transformative role of artificial intelligence (AI) in asset management, focusing on its applications, benefits, challenges, and ethical implications. The module equips participants with the knowledge to implement AI effectively while addressing ethical concerns such as fairness, transparency, and accountability. It introduces practical tools like the Red-Yellow-Green prioritization framework to manage AI-related challenges. The pre-reading on "Centiced Leadership" emphasizes leadership’s role in fostering ethical AI adoption, building trust, and aligning initiatives with organizational goals. Through case studies, videos, group exercises, and discussions, participants gain hands-on experience in applying AI solutions and ethical frameworks to real-world asset management scenarios. By the end, learners will be prepared to leverage AI for innovation while ensuring ethical integrity and stakeholder trust.

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