About This Course

The 4 Day Certified Innovation Culture Organization Specialist Program is a comprehensive four day training designed to equip professionals with the knowledge, tools, and frameworks needed to drive sustainable innovation within their organizations. Through a structured curriculum covering digital innovation, market viability, design thinking, and the Navlan Innovation Management Framework i13®, participants will learn how to foster a culture of creativity and transformation.

The program integrates practical applications such as case studies, group discussions, and interactive activities, enabling participants to develop actionable innovation strategies aligned with their business goals.

The final day is dedicated to coaching and personalized guidance, allowing participants to reflect on their learnings, overcome real-world challenges, and refine their innovation strategies. With expert feedback, peer discussions, and one-on-one coaching, participants will gain deeper insights into sustaining innovation within their organizations. The program concludes with a structured assessment and certification, ensuring that attendees leave with a clear roadmap for long-term innovation success. Ideal for business leaders, entrepreneurs, and innovation teams, this program provides the essential skills and mindset to navigate today's dynamic business environment successfully.

ISO 17024:2012 Accredited Program by Convergence Certification and Skills Development (CCSD) Council To reinforce our commitment to excellence, this 3-day program is accredited by CCSD Council HQ, Prague, in accordance with the prestigious ISO 17024:2012 guidelines for professional certification. This accreditation is granted to CCSD by the esteemed TQV from Switzerland, serving as an Accrediting Service for Conformity Assessment Bodies (ASCAB).

Duration & Format

• Duration: 4 days (comprehensive training program)

• Delivery Mode: Face-to-face / instructor-led training

• Includes interactive learning such as case studies, group discussions, and hands-on activities

• Final day includes personalized coaching and expert guidance to refine strategies and apply learning

Certification & Accreditation

• Accredited under ISO 17024:2012 professional certification standards

• Certification awarded by the Convergence Certification and Skills Development (CCSD) Council (HQ Prague)

• Accreditation supported by TQV, Switzerland (ASCAB)

Program Objectives

Participants will be able to:

• Develop an innovation mindset and foster a culture of continuous improvement

• Understand digital transformation and innovation strategy in a VUCA environment

• Apply the Navlan Innovation Management Framework i13® from ideation to commercialization

• Use data, customer insights, and market intelligence for informed decision-making

• Navigate the innovation lifecycle and stage-gate model to reduce risk

• Refine strategies through coaching, feedback, and real-world application

Target Audience

The program is suitable for:

• Mid-level professionals aiming to strengthen innovation capabilities

• Innovation managers, R&D professionals, product managers, and service designers

• Business leaders, project managers, and team leads driving innovation culture

• Entrepreneurs and business owners aligning innovation with growth strategies

Prerequisites

• A laptop/workstation

• (Optional) 3–5 year business strategy for practical application during the program

Training Curriculum/Modules

• Digital Innovation Culture

• User Desirability, Technology Feasibility & Market Viability

• Innovation Horizon Vision & Strategy

• Navlan Innovation Management Framework i13®

• Innovation Process and Culture

• Innovation Stage Gate Fail Fast, Fail Cheap

• Phase 1 INSPIRATION: Purpose, Challenges & Expectations

• Phase 2 IDEATION: Experimentation & Business Model

• Phase 3 INNOVATION: Development, Prototype & Testing

• Phase 4 IMPLEMENTATION: Launch & Commercialization

• Phase 5 ITERATION: Persevere, Patch, or Pivot

• Reflection & Review of Innovation Management Framework i13®

• Overcoming Barriers to Innovation

• Personalized Coaching & Next Steps

• Certification Assessment