Red & Yellow
Online Short Course
Design Thinking
All we’ve been hearing about lately is “design thinking”, yet most people don’t know what it means. Design thinking is not graphic design − it’s about transforming the way you think, building empathy with users, and creating and testing prototypes before applying novel solutions. Within 10 weeks you’ll have grasped the concept and practice of design thinking and be able to transform the way your business operates and how you make crucial decisions with your users in mind.
Design Thinking is a methodology that relies on a human-centered approach to find innovative solutions to problems. It applies to absolutely everything - be it product design, a government service, or corporate raison d’etre.
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Course Curriculum
- Understand how thinking and assumptions constrain our approach to problem-solving; and how we regularly fall into the trap of solving the wrong problem
- Explore the history of design thinking, how it has evolved, and what the various components are, like UX, research, and service design
The important bits
Key Info
- Course Duration: 10 Weeks
- Accreditation:
- Access: Online
- Start Date: 30 June 2025
- Cost: R13500.00
What you'll learn
- You’ll be equipped with the foundational theories and methodologies to approach complex problems from a completely different perspective
- Learn how to conceptualize innovative, creative, and powerful solutions.
- To create a functioning website
Co-developed with industry leaders, carefully constructed modules cover the key components of design thinking (theory, methodologies, processes), and practical assignments ensure that ‘what you learn’ is embedded by putting it into practice.
Learn from top talent
This course is built and taught by Design Thinking experts who understand the value this discipline brings to business.
Build your skills
Understand and apply stronger decision making skills that are crucial for the next generation of work.
Think outside the box
This course is ideal for people who want to create and nurture empathy with users, using creative thinking to create new solutions.
Elevate your career
Be recognised with an industry centric Red & Yellow certificate, giving you a blend of theoretical knowledge and hands-on skills.
Red & Yellow courses are made to future-proof your career
Our courses are designed to accelerate opportunities and give a boost to your CV. Top businesses across industries recognise Red & Yellow graduates as having the practical skills and the theoretical background to hit the ground running with confidence and creative flair.
Benefits:
Our courses are both current and relevant to the South African context.
Applicable, practical assignments:
- So that you can apply what you’re learning to your everyday work life, and your specific business challenges.
Discussion Forums and Chat sessions:
- Helping you develop your professional network.
- Hosted by your coach, lecturer, or subject specialist.
- Ideal opportunities to discuss the content and get answers to all your questions.
Personalized feedback:
- Tailored to your individual strengths, and opportunities for personal improvement.
A dedicated team:
- Acting as your “virtual” support crew whose only focus is to help get you over the finish line.
Included in your course:
- An industry-sought-after Certificate of Completion from Red & Yellow
- Original, relevant, and constantly updated content
- An interactive online learning experience that includes videos, live chat sessions, forum discussions, and more
- A team of course coordinators to assist you and Instructional Designers and subject matter experts to guide and teach
This course is perfect for:
This course is designed for people who are new to design thinking, frustrated with how to find solutions to current challenges based on outdated techniques and approaches, and eager to shape their career with a new, proven skill.
Our knowledge partner
DYDX is a digital transformation and innovation consultancy that uses design thinking to solve tough business challenges for a diverse array of clients.
Meet your team:
This course was created by, and benefits from, our full-time lecturers’ years of experience in the field – both in lecturing and in industry. They know how to nurture talent and bring out the best in students, resulting in many award-wins over the years.
Nevo Hadas
Tutor
Managing Partner at dY/dX, award-winning digital consultancy
Works with Ericsson, VISA, Google, Vodacom, Absa, unlocking innovation
Holds certifications in pricing, design thinking, leadership, Service Design
David Robertson
Tutor
Four-time Loerie award winner, industrial designer, innovation trainer.
Applies Design Thinking, leads creative teams, gamifies inhalers
Compass Crew founder, serves clients like Tiger Bands, Danone
Where Commercial Logic meets Creative Magic
Creative thinking is still the most powerful skill of the future, but only if it’s paired with commercial savvy and the ability to adapt. That’s why we equip future thinkers, doers, and makers with the real-world, future-proof skills they need to thrive. Whether you're climbing the ladder or building something of your own, we’ll help you learn how business works – and how to make it work for you.
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