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Overview

GInI Certified Design Thinking Professional (CDTP)® is GInI’s recognition of innovation professionals who have demonstrated an advanced understanding of the key topics relating to Human-Centered Design, Design Thinking, the Design Thinking process, and Design Methods. CDTP certification affirms an individual's proficiency at this most crucial of innovation methods. This includes: the Human-Centered Design (HCD) philosophy, Design Thinking overall, the Design Thinking process, Points of View, Design Principles, Design Methods for Observation, Design Methods for Inquiry, Design Methods for Experimenting, Design Methods for Study, and the critical role of Prototyping.

Benefits

Become a Part of the Exclusive World of Design Thinking

You will develop a deep understanding of the philosophy, methodology, and tools of Design Thinking, to become initiated into one of the world’s most powerful and impactful approaches to innovation. You will learn how to explore customer and market needs deeply with a designer’s mindset.

Become a Powerful Voice for Customer Empathy

You will learn how to dive into and explore your customers’ world with a deep sense of empathy for both their spoken and unspoken needs. You will also learn how to leverage these insights to deliver greater value that more effectively solves for their tension points.

Learn How to Get to the Real ”Problem Behind the Problem”

You will learn how to formulate and test hypotheses around problems and opportunities for a clearer understanding of the real problem behind the perceived problem. You will learn how to use this as a method for consistently de-risking your organization's innovation endeavors.

Become a Driving Force for Delivering Winning Brand Experiences

By understanding how to reframe problems you will be able to develop a concise point of view regarding how to best position new solutions and brand experiences. This will help to ensure that everything your organization does delivers a consistent and valued brand message.

Obtaining

Step 1- Meet the exam eligibility requirements:

To be eligible to register for the CDTP exam, an individual must meet ONE of the following criteria:

  1. A Bachelors or Master’s degree in Design Methods, regardless of experience.
  2. A minimum of one year of professional experience with a Master’s degree or higher.
  3. A minimum of two years of professional experience with a Bachelor’s degree.
  4. A minimum of four years of professional experience with less than a Bachelor’s degree.

In addition, the individual must show proof of ownership of the GInI Applied Innovation Master Book®.

Step 2- Choose your Learning Path:

At GInI, we provide two comprehensive learning options to cater to your preferences:

  1. Self-Study: Upon acquiring the AInMB, you can seamlessly prepare for the exam at your preferred pace.
  2. Instructor-Led Learning: Opt for additional guidance by enrolling in a course offered by one of our accredited providers in your vicinity.

Step 3- Apply for and pass the CDTP exam:

The CDTP is a 90-minute exam with 90 multiple-choice questions and a passing score of 65%.

Maintaining

To maintain your CDTP certification, you must earn 45 Innovation Development Units (IDUs) every three years or retake the CDTP exam. Detailed information can be found under Maintain Your Certificate.

Testimonials

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“GInI’s training provides a formal foundation for shared vocabulary and the process of innovation, channeling creativity to breakthrough market solutions.”

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CEO and Managing Partner at Spark Partners

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The AInMB has helped me change the way I think about designing services to suit our customers.

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Customer Service Agent at TRA

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The essential processes and disciplines of successful innovation have never been formalized in such a complete and valuable way until GInI’s AInMB.

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Co-Founder at Growth Engine

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Support Services Sector Adviser

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Director of Awards Program at Katerva

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International Keynote Speaker / Design Thinking Facilitator / Bestselling Author

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TEDx Speaker, Author, Executive Coach, Psychologist, Leadership Coach, Career Coach, Public Speaking Coach

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Service Excellence Executive Manager at Jordan Commercial Bank

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Principal Consultant at The Intrapreneur Expert

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Founder & CEO at Plazabridge Group

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Co-Founder at Growth Engine

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Author of Mapping Innovation & Cascades

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Board of Directors at The Warrior Connection

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Samuel Broomer

Chief Strategy & Innovation Officer

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GInI’s certifications have helped me understand the creativity and innovation concepts and gain a deep knowledge about the various areas in innovation.

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Khalid Al Hosani

Trainer in Innovation and Change Management

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I am deeply appreciative of the thoroughness and the amount of thought that has gone into the GInI Applied Innovation Master Book.

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Director of Awards Program at Katerva

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My partnership with GInI has made me better, faster, and stronger as an active innovation leader, professional, and practitioner.

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Marc Kolp

Director at UMBC Training Centers

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GInI AInMB is a global reference for ambitious individuals who seek to improve their knowledge and skills in innovation thinking and practice.

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Mohammad Habib

Associate Partner at Siegel Human Resource Ltd

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Becoming a CDTP has boosted my career and inspired me to launch a startup studio with end-to-end innovation process and problem-solving skills.

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Mohammed Alibrahim

Innovation Catalyst at Innovation Nation

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Chief Operating Officer at Odeh Holdings Group

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Principle Management Consultant, Innovation Ambassador, Excellence and Innovation Assessor & Trainer

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Omar alharbi

ISO technical committee member at Ministry of industry and mineral resources

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“The GInI AInMB provided me with all the things I needed to know about how to start my profession as an innovation catalyst.”

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Osama Badandy

Certified Creativity and Innovation Trainer Royal Commission for Jubail and Yanbu

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For me, GInI has been a game changer. Shortly after receiving my GInI certification, I received an award as a Global Thought Leader.

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Peter Farrington

Principal Environmental Studies and Research Specialist

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After becoming a GInI Certified Design Thinking Professional, I am now able to design the way I lead, manage, create, and innovate.

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Senior Manager at at Bank Islam Malaysia Berhad

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Innovation Advocate at Innovation Nation

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Speaker at RamonVullings.com

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Chief Strategy & Innovation Officer

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Founder & CEO at Plazabridge Group

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Attaining the CCInO designation has truly boosted my consulting practice and added significant depth to the knowledge I can share.

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Principal Consultant at The Intrapreneur Expert

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Becoming a CInP has taken me to a new dimension of thinking on a professional and personal level. I have learnt to embrace an innovative mindset.

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Excellence Assessor& Auditor at Dubai Government

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Executive Director at Tatweer Education Holding Company

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Chief Operating Officer at Odeh Holdings Group

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Founder & CEO at Plazabridge Group

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CEO & Chief Transformation Officer at Strategic Transformation Partners

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Innovation Advocate at Innovation Nation

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