Career Path
Innovation Manager
Leads cross-functional teams to drive business innovation and implement design thinking methodologies. High demand in the UK job market with salaries ranging from £50,000 to £80,000.
Product Designer
Specializes in creating user-centric products using design thinking principles. Growing demand with salaries between £40,000 and £70,000.
Business Strategist
Develops innovative strategies to enhance business growth and competitiveness. Salaries range from £45,000 to £75,000, with increasing demand in the UK.
UX/UI Designer
Focuses on improving user experience and interface design through design thinking. High demand with salaries ranging from £35,000 to £65,000.
Why this course?
The Postgraduate Certificate in Business Innovation with Design Thinking is a transformative qualification that equips professionals with the skills to drive innovation in today’s competitive market. In the UK, where 72% of businesses identify innovation as a key driver of growth, this program bridges the gap between creative problem-solving and business strategy. According to recent data, 65% of UK companies are actively investing in design thinking methodologies to enhance customer experience and operational efficiency. This certificate empowers learners to meet these industry demands by fostering a mindset of collaboration, experimentation, and user-centric design.
Below is a 3D Line chart illustrating the growing adoption of design thinking in UK businesses over the past five years:
| Year |
Adoption Rate (%) |
| 2018 |
45 |
| 2019 |
52 |
| 2020 |
58 |
| 2021 |
63 |
| 2022 |
65 |
Professionals who pursue this certificate gain a competitive edge in industries such as technology, healthcare, and finance, where
design thinking is increasingly applied to solve complex challenges. With the UK’s innovation sector contributing
£200 billion annually to the economy, this qualification is a strategic investment for career advancement and organizational impact.
Who should apply?
| Audience Profile |
Why This Programme is Ideal |
UK-Specific Insights |
| Mid-career professionals seeking to drive innovation in their organisations. |
The Postgraduate Certificate in Business Innovation with Design Thinking equips learners with cutting-edge tools to solve complex business challenges creatively. |
Over 60% of UK businesses report a skills gap in innovation and creative problem-solving (CBI, 2023). |
| Aspiring entrepreneurs looking to launch innovative startups. |
Gain practical skills in design thinking to develop customer-centric solutions and stand out in competitive markets. |
Startups in the UK contribute £217 billion to the economy annually (Startup Britain, 2023). |
| Managers and team leaders aiming to foster a culture of innovation. |
Learn to lead cross-functional teams and implement design thinking methodologies to drive sustainable growth. |
78% of UK managers believe innovation is critical to business survival (Deloitte, 2023). |
| Recent graduates wanting to specialise in business innovation. |
Build a strong foundation in design thinking and innovation strategies to enhance employability in dynamic industries. |
Graduates with innovation skills earn 20% more on average in the UK (HESA, 2023). |
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