Design thinking is a Buzzword in today’s business world; however, some assume it is a part of God gifted essence where a few can possess. Over the period of time there have been businesses who can embed such processes to consistently practice creativity and make it a part of their culture through process of developing Strategic Innovation that drives growth. To achieve this competitive advantage while focusing on human centric approach to giving solutions that can create value for business this course links the two together, Design Thinking and Strategic Innovation. The focus of this course is to emphasize how Design Thinking can fuel innovation in process improvement, problem solution, idea generation, product development or may be driving organizations.
The course will combine the factors like hands on practice, i.e. experiential learning for each step for the participants to have understood the process and being able to practically come up with ideas that will help Karachi Electric in their own contextual environment. The course will have videos, case studies, practical exercises which will guide the process from Problem Identification, Empathy Mapping, Idea Generation, Prototyping and Testing.
Dr. Hanif Mohammed brings over three decades of distinguished experience guiding senior leadership across diverse sectors to achieve strategic excellence. With a proven track record of serving more than 270 organizations, he specializes in the critical nexus of strategy, business management, and human capital development.
As a trusted advisor, Dr. Mohammed partners with executive teams to navigate complex organizational challenges, driving strategic alignment and fostering sustainable growth. His expertise encompasses:
Dr. Mohammed’s extensive consulting portfolio includes engagements with global leaders such as Accenture, Korn Ferry, and Hamsley Fraser, as well as pivotal institutions including the National School of Public Policy. As a Korn Ferry certified Executive Coach, he empowers leaders to unlock their full potential and drive organizational impact.
His academic credentials, including a Doctorate in Business Administration (Strategy) and an MBA (Leadership and HR), coupled with fellowships from LUMS and McGill University, underpin his rigorous and insightful approach.
Dr. Mohammed has delivered impactful leadership development programs for CXOs, Board members, and senior officials from esteemed organizations including Shell Pakistan, Unilever, Pakistan State Oil, and numerous leading financial institutions. His proficiency extends to serving key public sector entities, including the Police Services of Pakistan and the Election Commission of Pakistan, through the National School of Public Policy.
Dr. Mohammed’s commitment to empowering leadership makes him an invaluable partner for organizations seeking to achieve strategic and operational excellence.