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Certified Innovation Leader

An Interactive 5-Day Training Course

Certified Innovation Leader

Building Strategic Innovation Capability to Drive Growth, Creativity, and Competitive Advantage

NASBA
Classroom Schedule
Date Venue Fees
30 Mar - 03 Apr 2026 London $ 5,950
29 Jun - 03 Jul 2026 Amsterdam $ 5,950
21 - 25 Sep 2026 London $ 5,950
23 - 27 Nov 2026 Amsterdam $ 5,950
21 - 25 Dec 2026 London $ 5,950
29 Mar - 02 Apr 2027 London $ 5,950

Course Summary

This course equips professionals with the strategic, creative, and analytical capabilities required to lead innovation initiatives in dynamic and competitive business environments. Participants will explore the full innovation cycle — from opportunity discovery and idea generation to prototyping, implementation, and value creation — through practical frameworks and tools. The Certified Innovation Leader training course enables individuals to build innovation cultures, lead cross-functional teams, and convert insights into high-impact solutions that align with organisational goals.

Throughout five days, participants will strengthen their ability to foster creativity, apply design thinking, assess innovation opportunities, and lead implementations that create value. Emphasis is placed on developing innovation-ready mindsets, analytical decision-making skills, and strategic execution capability that support organisational growth and competitive advantage. The Certified Innovation Leader training course prepares professionals to drive innovation with confidence, resilience, and measurable impact.

Skills & Competencies

From this Certified Innovation Leader training course, participants will develop the following key skills and competencies:

  • Innovation leadership capability
  • Creative problem-solving proficiency
  • Strategic innovation planning
  • Analytical decision-making skills
  • Prototyping and implementation expertise
  • Team leadership in innovation contexts

Key Learning Outcomes

At the end of Certified Innovation Leader training course, you will learn to:

  • Apply innovation leadership principles to guide teams and organisations.
  • Develop structured innovation frameworks aligned with business goals.
  • Use creative thinking and design methods to generate breakthrough ideas.
  • Assess innovation opportunities using strategic and analytical tools.
  • Lead implementation, scaling, and sustainability of innovative solutions.

How You Will Learn

Learning takes place through a blend of instructor-led sessions, collaborative discussions, and practical innovation exercises that simulate real-world challenges. Participants will apply frameworks and tools to creativity, experimentation, and strategic execution. Emphasis is placed on translating innovation principles into leadership practices that foster high-impact outcomes and sustainable growth.

Who should Attend?

This course is ideal for professionals responsible for driving creativity, transformation, or strategic developments within their organisations.

This Certified Innovation Leader training course is suitable to a wide range of professionals but will greatly benefit:

  • Innovation leaders and creativity champions
  • Strategy, R&D, and product development professionals
  • Project managers and business transformation officers
  • Entrepreneurs and business owners
  • HR, learning, and organisational development leaders
Course Outline
Day 1

Foundations of Innovation Leadership

This day introduces the basic concepts of innovation, the role of innovation leadership, and how to build an innovation-ready mindset and culture. Participants examine barriers to innovation and best practices for linking innovation with organisational strategy.

The topics covered will include:  

  • Understanding innovation: concepts, types, and strategic value
  • The role of the innovation leader in modern organizations
  • Building an innovation mindset and culture
  • Barriers to innovation and how to overcome them
  • Innovation ecosystems and global best practices
  • Linking innovation to organizational strategy
Day 2

Creative Thinking and Idea Generation Techniques

This day focuses on enhancing creative thinking and ideation using structured techniques. Participants explore design thinking fundamentals, problem framing methods, and tools for rapid ideation and evaluation of ideas.

The topics covered will include:   

  • Techniques for creativity and structured ideation
  • Design thinking fundamentals and human-centered innovation
  • Problem framing and opportunity identification
  • Brainstorming, rapid ideation, and mind-mapping tools
  • Evaluating ideas for feasibility and impact
  • Case examples of creative innovation models
Day 3

Innovation Strategy, Analysis, and Decision-Making

This day emphasises strategic and analytical aspects of innovation, including frameworks, KPIs, and market insights. Participants learn how to prioritise innovation initiatives using performance analysis and risk evaluation tools.

The topics covered will include:   

  • Developing strategic innovation frameworks
  • Innovation metrics, KPIs, and performance analysis
  • Market intelligence, customer insights, and trend forecasting
  • Financial and risk evaluation for innovation proposals
  • Innovation portfolio and pipeline management
  • Using analytical tools to prioritize innovation initiatives
Day 4

Prototyping, Experimentation, and Implementation

This day develops practical innovation execution skills, including prototyping and iterative improvement. Participants explore scaling solutions, managing resources, and collaborative workflows that address implementation challenges.

The topics covered will include:   

  • Effective prototyping and rapid experimentation
  • Testing assumptions using innovation validation tools
  • Agile execution and iterative improvement
  • Scaling innovative solutions across the organization
  • Managing resources, timelines, and cross-functional collaboration
  • Addressing governance, compliance, and implementation challenges
Day 5

Leading Innovation Teams and Sustaining Transformation

This day focuses on leadership strategies for driving organisational transformation and continuous improvement. Participants explore stakeholder engagement, resilience, and future innovation trends while creating action plans for long-term success.

The topics covered will include:

  • Leading high-performing innovation teams
  • Driving change and fostering continuous improvement
  • Engaging stakeholders and communicating innovation value
  • Building resilience and adaptability in innovation leadership
  • Future trends in innovation and digital transformation
  • Action planning for long-term innovation leadership success
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.
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Customisation & In-House Delivery

Delivering this course in-house enables organisations to tailor innovation frameworks and creative leadership development to their specific strategic challenges and industry context. Customisation supports leaders in aligning innovation priorities with business goals and strengthening innovation capability across teams.

Why Choose Saudi GLOMACS?

Saudi GLOMACS is the official Saudi Arabian division of GLOMACS International (glomacs.com), delivering internationally recognised training courses both within Saudi Arabia and across international locations. Our training courses are aligned with the highest professional and institutional standards, supported by a strong understanding of the professional landscape in Saudi Arabia and access to global expertise.

Saudi GLOMACS enables professionals and organisations to strengthen leadership, capability, and long-term excellence through consistently high-quality learning experiences.

Official Saudi Presence

Official Saudi Arabian division of GLOMACS with established global credibility.

International Benchmarks

Internationally benchmarked training courses aligned with professional best practices.

Trusted Across Sectors

Trusted by professionals and institutions across public and private sectors.

Flexible Delivery

Training courses delivered within Saudi Arabia and across international locations.

Additional Benefits of this course for Organisations and Professionals in Saudi Arabia

Organisations & Professionals in KSA will have the following additional benefits from this Certified Innovation Leader training course:

  • Enhanced organisational capability to generate creative solutions
  • Stronger culture of innovation and strategic change
  • Improved decision-making under uncertainty
  • Greater capacity to lead cross-functional innovation initiatives
  • Increased competitive differentiation through innovation outcomes
  • Enhanced leadership confidence and influence
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Frequently Asked Question

No. Saudi GLOMACS delivers courses in Saudi Arabia and internationally, including delivery across Europe and Asia. This allows organisations and professionals to access training both locally and abroad.

No. While governance and leadership are part of the portfolio, Saudi GLOMACS delivers training across the entire business and professional lifecycle, including administrative, technical, legal, regulatory, and sector-specific training.

No. Our training courses are delivered globally through international locations and online platforms, enabling participants from Saudi Arabia and around the world to learn together. This global delivery approach ensures exposure to diverse perspectives, international best practices, and cross-cultural insights while maintaining strong relevance to regional and organisational needs.

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Yes. Saudi GLOMACS designs and delivers bespoke in-house training tailored to organisational objectives, sector requirements, and workforce needs. Training can be delivered in Saudi Arabia or internationally, depending on requirements.

Yes, in-house and customised strategy training courses are available to support organisations seeking tailored strategic capability development. These courses can be aligned with your industry context, organisational challenges, and long-term strategic objectives.

For further details or to discuss customisation requirements, you may call or WhatsApp +966 (54) 286 8546 or email [email protected] . You can also submit a detailed enquiry through our in-house training page at: https://sa.glomacs.com/in-house-seminars

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For personalised assistance or detailed enquiries, please contact our team on +966 (54) 286 8546 or email us at [email protected]

Courses delivered in Saudi Arabia are adapted to reflect local regulatory frameworks, organisational structures, sector conditions, and professional expectations. This ensures training is relevant, practical, and aligned with Saudi workplace realities.

GLOMACS has been delivering professional training for over thirty years, with courses delivered across Europe, the Middle East, Asia, and other international markets.

Saudi GLOMACS combines three decades of global training experience with a clear focus on Saudi market relevance. This allows it to deliver training that is both internationally credible and locally applicable, across a broader range of disciplines than niche or single-focus providers.

Saudi GLOMACS is a Saudi-based professional training provider delivering courses tailored to the Saudi market and applicable internationally. It operates within the global GLOMACS framework and draws on more than three decades of international training experience.

Saudi GLOMACS offers professional training across a wide range of disciplines, including administration, leadership and management, governance and regulation, law, oil and gas, energy, engineering, finance, digital technologies, and sector-specific specialisations.

Training supports professionals across all career stages, from operational roles to specialist and senior responsibilities.

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