Leading with Critical Thinking, Creativity and Innovation
An Interactive 5-Day Training Course

Leading with Critical Thinking, Creativity and Innovation

Creating the Future by Igniting Workplace Creativity

NASBA
Classroom Schedule
Date Venue Fees
25 - 29 May 2026 Nice $ 5,950
13 - 17 Jul 2026 Dubai $ 5,950
07 - 11 Sep 2026 London $ 5,950
12 - 16 Oct 2026 Rome $ 5,950
26 - 30 Oct 2026 Dubai $ 5,950
09 - 13 Nov 2026 London $ 5,950
30 Nov - 04 Dec 2026 Barcelona $ 5,950
07 - 11 Dec 2026 Dubai $ 5,950
14 - 18 Dec 2026 Zurich $ 5,950
04 - 08 Jan 2027 Dubai $ 5,950
11 - 15 Jan 2027 London $ 5,950
25 - 29 Jan 2027 Amsterdam $ 5,950
22 - 26 Mar 2027 Kuala Lumpur $ 5,950
05 - 09 Apr 2027 Vienna $ 5,950
19 - 23 Apr 2027 Dubai $ 5,950
31 May - 04 Jun 2027 Nice $ 5,950
12 - 16 Jul 2027 Dubai $ 5,950
06 - 10 Sep 2027 London $ 5,950
11 - 15 Oct 2027 Rome $ 5,950
25 - 29 Oct 2027 Dubai $ 5,950
08 - 12 Nov 2027 London $ 5,950
29 Nov - 03 Dec 2027 Barcelona $ 5,950
06 - 10 Dec 2027 Dubai $ 5,950
13 - 17 Dec 2027 Zurich $ 5,950
Online Schedule
Date Venue Fees
30 Nov - 04 Dec 2026 Online $ 4,950
29 Nov - 03 Dec 2027 Online $ 4,950

Introduction

This Leading with Critical Thinking, Creativity and Innovation training course is designed for managers who want to encourage more creativity and innovation in their own teams, colleagues and organizations. The training course gives delegates a practical understanding of innovation management theories, and the principles of design thinking, so they can contribute to the analysis, planning and building of new products and services And, they will learn the methods to help their teams to explore, greater levels of personal curiosity, networking, teamwork, collaborative working, risk - and the use of agile methods to improve project working. Together, promoting the attitudes and work habits needed in any organization that seeks more creative working, change and innovation.

This GLOMACS Leading with Critical Thinking, Creativity and Innovation training course will highlight:

  • The challenge of change – understanding why organizations need to innovate.
  • The principles of design thinking, and the use of critical thinking, to discover problems.
  • Innovation strategy, planning tools and developing the business canvas.
  • Encouraging creative practice, debates, conflicts, risks and failing fast.
  • Open innovation – maximizing valuable relationships to deliver new initiatives.
  • Managing self and others – avoiding procrastination and promoting productivity.
  • Practical steps and take-aways – leading conversations to start innovating.

Objectives

At the end of this Leading with Critical Thinking, Creativity and Innovation training course, successful delegates will learn how to:

  • Add to the organizational debates of changes and innovation.
  • Prepare business models and outline plans for new business initiatives.
  • Encourage objectivity, creative thinking and collaborative working practices.
  • Use management methods that promote open debates and generate ideas.
  • Promote lean and agile work habits, that delivers innovation results faster.

Training Methodology

This training course is designed for active and motivated managers who are willing to contribute to business conversation. In a confidential and professional setting, where debate is encouraged and respected, they are expected to bring their own thoughts to the discussions on challenges and opportunities we face. Those that contribute and engage fully in material and team exercises will gain the most.

The training course will blend  learning formats that will stimulate and stretch participants, including simple tests, formal seminar style presentations from trainer structured and informal discussions, along with solo work, group exercises and case studies, to allow the time to encourage critical thinking and reflection. Workshops and content will use a mix of printed material, slides and videos.

Organisational Impact

Participants will gain the ability to think strategically about innovation and creativity, and improve their management skills. The organization will benefit as successful participants will be able to:

  • Contribute to critical thinking, debates and plans for innovation and change initiatives.
  • Build practical everyday work habits and processes that deliver innovation.
  • Support team members and colleagues to use creative ideas in their work.
  • Encourage more networking, relationships and conversations to promote new ideas.
  • Create credible canvas discussions that can help explore new business models.

Personal Impact

This Leading with Critical Thinking, Creativity and Innovation training course offers substantial professional development opportunities for the individual to improve their careers. Participants will personally benefit from:

  • Gaining more confidence in discussing innovation and change with senior colleagues.
  • Becoming recognized as one of the organization’s champions of innovation.
  • Increasing their range of senior executive leadership abilities and skills.
  • Obtaining insights into their own creative capabilities and self-management.
  • Appreciating how innovation impacts across industries, cultures and organizations.

Who should Attend?

This training course is designed broadly for a range of talented managers across the organization who are expected to be involved in new products, services and processes and who are being tasked to drive change and new ways of working..

This GLOMACS Leading with Critical Thinking, Creativity and Innovation training course is suitable to a wide range of professionals but will greatly benefit:

  • Managers tasked with driving new products, services and processes.
  • Commercial, technical (it) or operational areas involved in change projects.
  • Professionals advising on innovation projects (e.g., lawyers, accountants, HR)
  • General managers involved in business development, sales and customer service.
  • Managers promoting change and wanting to build more creativity in their teams.
Course Outline
Day 1

The Innovation Challenge – Leading in Times of Uncertainty.

  • Why Innovation? Organizational Change And Leadership in Context.
  • Understanding Innovation Horizons, Oceans and Funnels.
  • Sensing And Responding to Trends and Changes In Our Environment.
  • Classic Environmental Scanning Tools and Methods of Analysis
  • Traditional R&D And Product Life Cycles
Day 2

The Business Challenge – Moving Away From Comfort

  • Systems Thinking +Thinking Fast and Slow + Design Thinking.
  • The Business Case Essentials – Corporate Intrapreneurship.
  • Developing and Challenging The Business Model.
  • Lean Strategy and Agile Methods.
  • Building, Testing, Learning And Failing Fast.
Day 3

The Creative Challenge – Encouraging Risk And New Ideas

  • The Creative Process: Where Do Good Ideas Come From?
  • Creative Teams, Creative Culture – And Creative Conflicts.
  • Ways to Encourage More Creative Work and Better Meetings.
  • Encouraging The Deep Work and Avoiding Procrastination and Bureaucracy.
  • Open Innovation – Using Alliances, Networks, Suppliers And Partners To Innovate.
Day 4

The Leadership Challenge – Developing Talent and Delivering Results.

  • Understanding Personality and Our Style of Leadership.
  • The Leader as Servant – Being Adaptive and Authentic.
  • The Art of Persuasion – Selling Your Ideas.
  • Talent Management – Recruiting The Team and Raising Competencies.
  • Improving Performance and Attitudes – The Use of Coaching and Feedback
Day 5

The Productive Challenge – Taking The Next Steps.

  • Incremental Gains: Making Small Changes That Make A Big Difference.
  • Project Management – Balancing Risks and Innovation Measures.
  • Learning From Successful Organizations.
  • From Good Organization To Great Organization.
  • Your Innovation Leadership and Direction.
Certificates
  • On successful completion of this training course, GLOMACS Certificate will be awarded to the delegates. Continuing Professional Education credits (CPE): In accordance with the standards of the National Registry of CPE Sponsors, one CPE credit is granted per 50 minutes of attendance.
Providers and Associations

Endorsed Education Provider

KHDA
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Frequently Asked Question

In uncertain environments, organisations must continuously respond to changes in markets, technologies, and customer expectations. Innovation becomes a key capability that supports adaptation, strengthens resilience, and enables organisations to position themselves proactively rather than simply reacting to change.

In practice, innovation needs clear direction. It is not just about generating ideas, but about making sure those ideas support organisational priorities. This involves applying structured evaluation and focusing effort on initiatives that deliver real value and align with strategic goals.

No, not at all. Creativity is about generating new and original ideas, while innovation is about turning those ideas into something practical and valuable. Both are essential—creativity gives you possibilities, and innovation ensures those possibilities actually deliver results.

A good starting point is to challenge your own thinking. Critical thinking involves questioning assumptions, recognising biases, and analysing information more objectively. In complex situations, this helps improve decision quality and reduces the risk of costly mistakes.

Interestingly, most ideas don’t come from nowhere. They are usually the result of combining existing knowledge and perspectives in new ways. Exposure to different viewpoints, structured techniques, and collaboration all help increase both the number and quality of ideas.

This is about balance. While creativity requires openness and freedom, it also needs direction. Clear expectations and alignment with organisational goals ensure that ideas remain useful and focused rather than becoming scattered or unproductive.

This comes down to how ideas are positioned. It is not enough to have a good idea—you need to communicate it clearly, link it to business priorities, and address potential concerns. Doing this well significantly increases the chances of gaining support.

A strong business case makes ideas easier to evaluate and support. It typically includes a clear explanation of value, feasibility, and potential risks. Structuring ideas in this way helps decision-makers understand them and make more informed choices.

In reality, it is a combination of thinking and people skills. Leaders need to challenge assumptions, encourage new ideas, make decisions under uncertainty, and bring others along with them. The ability to connect ideas with action is particularly important.

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