University of Tasmania
7 hours
This 7-hour intensive course teaches professionals how to combine design thinking with AI to solve real-world problems creatively. Perfect for those looking to enhance their innovation skills and understand AI's role in human-centred design.
This course is designed for professionals seeking to enhance their innovation and problem-solving skills. No specific prerequisites are required, though prior experience in design, technology, or business contexts would be beneficial. Participants should have basic familiarity with digital tools and be comfortable working in collaborative group settings. A laptop or device capable of accessing design tools like Figma and Canva is recommended.
The course is structured in two main sessions. The morning session focuses on exploring AI as a creative partner, covering foundations and applications of AI in design thinking, research and discovery techniques using digital tools, and sensemaking with AI support to develop empathetic personas and challenge statements. The afternoon session emphasizes creative solutions and experimentation, including AI-guided ideation and brainstorming, rapid prototyping using visual tools like DALL-E and Figma, testing with synthetic personas, and presenting solutions at a solution fair with peer feedback.
The University of Tasmania partners with the Echos School, bringing together academic expertise and industry-leading innovation practitioners. This collaboration ensures participants receive cutting-edge instruction grounded in both theoretical understanding and practical application. The university's commitment to hands-on education and real-world problem-solving makes this an ideal venue for learning how to integrate AI into creative design processes.
Completing this course positions professionals to lead innovation initiatives in their organizations, particularly in roles requiring creative problem-solving and AI integration. Career opportunities include innovation manager, design strategist, product manager, UX/UI designer with AI expertise, business analyst, and consultant. The skills are applicable across industries including technology, healthcare, finance, manufacturing, and creative services.
