Fundamentals of Design Thinking
Overview
Fundamentals of Design Thinking builds the skills employers across the GCC, Africa and Europe expect to matter most by 2030, with practical tools participants can use straight away. It is designed for participants who are new to the subject or want a solid, structured foundation.
What you will be able to do
- Explain the key concepts, terminology and standards of Design Thinking.
- Describe change, adoption and capability building.
- Carry out routine tasks related to personal and team roadmap to 2030 safely and correctly.
- Recognise early warning signs in trends shaping work to 2030 and escalate them.
- Use checklists and simple tools to support daily work.
Who should attend
- Staff new to the subject or moving into the role
- Managers and team leaders preparing for change
- Engineers and specialists upskilling for new technologies
- HR and learning leaders shaping future workforces
- Graduates and early-career professionals
Daily outline
- Day 1Introduction to Design Thinking: concepts, terminology and standards
- Day 2Change, adoption and capability building
- Day 3Personal and team roadmap to 2030
- Day 4Trends shaping work to 2030
- Day 5Practical exercises, review and assessment
Sessions 2027–2030
| Dates | City | Fee | Register |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1–5 February 2027 | DXBDubai | $4,500 | Register |
| 10–14 May 2027 | WEB Online | $2,500 | Register |
| 1–5 August 2027 | CAICairo | $4,500 | Register |
| 24–28 January 2028 | LONLondon | $4,500 | Register |
| 16–20 July 2028 | MCTMuscat | $4,500 | Register |
| 23–27 October 2028 | WEB Online | $2,500 | Register |
| 1–5 April 2029 | RUHRiyadh | $4,500 | Register |
| 2–6 July 2029 | WEB Online | $2,500 | Register |
| 21–25 October 2029 | MCTMuscat | $4,500 | Register |
| 7–11 January 2030 | WEB Online | $2,500 | Register |
| 1–5 April 2030 | DXBDubai | $4,500 | Register |
| 21–25 October 2030 | LONLondon | $4,500 | Register |
The Design Thinking series
Frequently asked questions
How much does Fundamentals of Design Thinking cost?
The fee is US$2,500 per participant online or US$4,500 in the classroom for 5 days.
Where and when is the course held?
Sessions run from 2027 to 2030 in Dubai, Cairo, London, Muscat and Riyadh, and live online. See the session table above for exact dates.
What certificate will I receive?
Participants who complete the course receive an SGT certificate of completion showing the training hours.
In which language is the course delivered?
Sessions are delivered in English or Arabic. Tell us your preferred language when you register.
Can SGT deliver this course in-house?
Yes. For groups we deliver the course at your premises in any city, with content adapted to your equipment and procedures.
How do I register?
Send the course name, city and dates on WhatsApp to +20 106 597 6553. We reply with booking confirmation and registration steps.