Design Thinking and Innovation
Higher Certificate in Innovation and Design Thinking
Empowering Creative Design Solutions for New Challenges
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NQF Level:
5
Credits:
120
Minimum Duration:
1 Year
Faculty:
Information, Communication & Future Technologies
Department:
Future Technologies and Innovation
Accreditation Authority:
Council on Higher Education
Unleash Your Innovative Potential with AIFT
The Higher Certificate in Innovation and Design Thinking is your gateway to creative problem-solving and impactful change. This programme combines foundational principles of design thinking, user-centered innovation, and entrepreneurial strategies to prepare you for dynamic roles in business transformation, product development, and creative leadership. From prototyping and solution development to leveraging emerging technologies like AI and blockchain, this programme empowers you to tackle real-world challenges with confidence and creativity. Join AIFT and shape the future of industries with innovative thinking.
Why Choose This Qualification?
Explore design thinking, innovation management, and creative problem-solving through modules designed to meet global industry needs. Gain real-world experience through Work Integrated Learning (WIL) and practical projects. Tailor your learning with modules in global innovation, technology-driven design, and social impact solutions. Graduate with a portfolio showcasing your ability to create innovative, user-centered solutions for businesses and communities. Choose from contact, blended, or distance learning formats to fit your schedule and lifestyle.
Admission Requirements.
Candidates must meet one of the following requirements:
- National Senior Certificate (NSC) at NQF Level 4 qualification or equivalent.
- Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) may be applicable for candidates with relevant work experience.
- National Senior Certificate (NSC) at NQF Level 4 qualification or equivalent.
- Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) may be applicable for candidates with relevant work experience.
Qualification Structure.
Semester 1:
- Integrated Design Thinking 500 (15 Credits)
- Innovation Management 500 (15 Credits)
- Entrepreneurship and Business Management 500 (15 Credits)
- Business Communication 500 (15 Credits)
Semester 2:
- Digital Technology and Applications 500 (15 Credits)
- Creative Problem Solving and Ethics 500 (15 Credits)
- Work Integrated Learning (WIL) 500 (15 Credits)
- Global Markets and Innovation 500 (15 Credits)
- Technology-Driven Innovation 500 (15 Credits)
- Social Impact Design 500 (15 Credits)
- Integrated Design Thinking 500 (15 Credits)
- Innovation Management 500 (15 Credits)
- Entrepreneurship and Business Management 500 (15 Credits)
- Business Communication 500 (15 Credits)
Semester 2:
- Digital Technology and Applications 500 (15 Credits)
- Creative Problem Solving and Ethics 500 (15 Credits)
- Work Integrated Learning (WIL) 500 (15 Credits)
- Global Markets and Innovation 500 (15 Credits)
- Technology-Driven Innovation 500 (15 Credits)
- Social Impact Design 500 (15 Credits)
Learning Outcomes.
Graduates will:
- Apply design thinking to solve complex problems creatively.
- Develop and implement innovative strategies to drive organizational change.
- Exhibit entrepreneurial skills to identify opportunities and launch impactful solutions.
- Communicate ideas effectively in diverse professional contexts.
- Leverage digital technologies to enhance processes and productivity.
- Incorporate ethical considerations into all decision-making processes.
- Apply design thinking to solve complex problems creatively.
- Develop and implement innovative strategies to drive organizational change.
- Exhibit entrepreneurial skills to identify opportunities and launch impactful solutions.
- Communicate ideas effectively in diverse professional contexts.
- Leverage digital technologies to enhance processes and productivity.
- Incorporate ethical considerations into all decision-making processes.
International Comparability.
Aligned with programmes from:
- Stanford University (USA): Certificate in Innovation and Entrepreneurship
- Imperial College London (UK): Professional Certificate in Innovation and Entrepreneurship
AIFT’s programme stands out with its focus on design thinking, digital technology, and social impact, providing graduates with globally recognized expertise.
- Stanford University (USA): Certificate in Innovation and Entrepreneurship
- Imperial College London (UK): Professional Certificate in Innovation and Entrepreneurship
AIFT’s programme stands out with its focus on design thinking, digital technology, and social impact, providing graduates with globally recognized expertise.
Qualification Modes of Delivery and Support.
Study your way with flexible learning options:
- Contact Learning: In-person engagement with industry experts.
- Blended Learning: A mix of interactive online and face-to-face sessions.
- Distance Learning: Study anytime, anywhere with access to AIFT’s Moodle LMS.
- Contact Learning: In-person engagement with industry experts.
- Blended Learning: A mix of interactive online and face-to-face sessions.
- Distance Learning: Study anytime, anywhere with access to AIFT’s Moodle LMS.
Career Opportunities.
Graduates can pursue roles such as:
- Innovation Consultant
- Product Designer
- Creative Strategist
- UX/UI Designer
- Social Impact Designer
- Innovation Consultant
- Product Designer
- Creative Strategist
- UX/UI Designer
- Social Impact Designer
Articulation Options.
Horizontal Articulation:
- Higher Certificate in Cyber Security Fundamentals (NQF Level 5)
- Higher Certificate in Information and Communication Technology (NQF Level 5)
Vertical Articulation:
- Diploma in Information & Communications Technology (NQF Level 6)
- Bachelor of Science in Future Technologies (NQF Level 7)
- Higher Certificate in Cyber Security Fundamentals (NQF Level 5)
- Higher Certificate in Information and Communication Technology (NQF Level 5)
Vertical Articulation:
- Diploma in Information & Communications Technology (NQF Level 6)
- Bachelor of Science in Future Technologies (NQF Level 7)
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