What is the Design Thinking course?
Advance your career in business analysis with the Design Thinking course at Simplilead. This hands-on, instructor-led program turns Design Thinking from an idea into a capability you can use — with real scenarios, expert guidance and a credential that proves it.
What is Design Thinking training about?
This course gives you a clear, structured path through how to elicit, analyse and communicate requirements that lead to the right solution. You will learn the underlying principles, when and why to apply them, and how to avoid the mistakes teams make in practice. Sessions are interactive and discussion-led, so you build understanding you can defend on the job — not just exam recall.
Key highlights of the Design Thinking course
- Live, instructor-led training delivered by experienced practitioners
- Hands-on activities, real-world examples and case discussions in every session
- Practical focus on applying Design Thinking in your own role and organisation
- Downloadable course materials and reference guides to keep
- Small-group format with room for your specific questions
- Certificate of participation from Simplilead, plus guidance toward certification
Skills you will gain
The Design Thinking program is built around the capabilities that matter in business analysis:
- Eliciting and documenting clear requirements
- Modelling processes and analysing stakeholders
- Defining solution scope and acceptance criteria
- Facilitating workshops and resolving conflicting needs
- Validating that solutions deliver real value
- Communicating analysis to technical and business audiences
Who should attend?
This Design Thinking course is ideal for business analysts, product owners, consultants and professionals who bridge business needs and solutions. There are no rigid prerequisites — just an interest in doing the work well and a willingness to take part in the hands-on sessions.
Why train with Simplilead?
We focus on outcomes, not slideware. Expert trainers, practice-led sessions and ongoing learner support mean you finish the Design Thinking training able to turn ambiguous business needs into solutions that deliver value — with a credential that signals real capability to employers.
The programme runs for 2 days of live, instructor-led training. The certification exam fee is included in the course price.
Who should take the Design Thinking course?
Design Thinking training is designed for professionals who want to apply it in their current or next role, including:
- Professionals seeking certification
- Career switchers
- Team leads
What are the prerequisites for Design Thinking?
- Basic understanding of the domain
Live instructor-led training
Design Thinking
₹24,999
View course & schedulesWhat will you learn in the Design Thinking course?
By the end of the training you will be able to:
- Master core concepts
- Real-world application
- Pass the certification exam
What is the Design Thinking syllabus?
The curriculum is delivered over 2 days and covers 5 modules:
Module 1: Business Analysis Foundations
- The role of the business analyst
- Key concepts and terminology
- Planning the analysis approach
- Stakeholder analysis
Module 2: Requirements Elicitation
- Elicitation techniques
- Running effective workshops
- Documenting requirements
- Confirming and validating needs
Module 3: Analysis & Modelling
- Process and data modelling
- Defining solution scope
- Prioritising requirements
- Managing requirements and traceability
Module 4: Solution Evaluation
- Acceptance and evaluation criteria
- Assessing solution performance
- Identifying improvement opportunities
- Communicating value
Module 5: Collaboration & Communication
- Working with stakeholders
- Resolving conflicting needs
- Presenting analysis clearly
- Supporting implementation
How do you get certified after the Design Thinking course?
Design Thinking is assessed through the course itself: complete the live sessions and the included assessment to earn your certificate. There is no separate third-party exam to book.
How much does the Design Thinking course cost?
Design Thinking training with SimpliLEAD costs ₹24,999 (US$595), inclusive of the certification exam fee. Pricing covers 2 days of live training, courseware and post-class support. Check the course page for current schedules, offers and local-currency pricing.
Frequently asked questions
How is the Design Thinking training delivered?
The Design Thinking certification training is delivered as live, instructor-led online classes over 2 days, in small interactive batches with hands-on exercises and real-world examples. You also get session recordings, courseware, and post-class support. Weekday and weekend Design Thinking batches are available, and corporate/in-house delivery can be arranged.
Can I take the Design Thinking course online?
Yes. The Design Thinking certification training is available as live online classes you can join from anywhere, alongside classroom batches in select locations. Both formats cover the same syllabus and prepare you for the Design Thinking certification.
Who should attend the Design Thinking course?
The Design Thinking training course is ideal for Professionals seeking certification, Career switchers, and Team leads.
What are the prerequisites for the Design Thinking certification?
You should have basic understanding of the domain. Beyond that, there are no formal prerequisites for the Design Thinking training — our trainers take you from fundamentals to applied skills.
What will I be able to do after this course?
You'll leave with practical, immediately usable techniques and frameworks for design thinking, practised through real-world scenarios and role-plays rather than theory alone.
Is this course interactive?
Yes. It runs as live, facilitated sessions with discussions, exercises, and case studies so you practise the skills, not just learn about them.
Do I receive a certificate?
Yes. You receive a Simplilead certificate of completion recognising the professional-development hours you've earned.
Do you offer group or corporate training for Design Thinking?
Yes. We run private cohorts for teams with tailored scheduling, and offer group discounts for three or more participants. Contact us for a corporate/in-house quote.
What is your rescheduling and refund policy?
You can reschedule to a later batch at no extra cost with advance notice. Refunds are handled per our published cancellation policy — reach out to support and we'll help you switch dates or process a refund.
Live instructor-led training
Design Thinking
₹24,999
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