Design Thinking for Managers: Reflective Report and Analysis

This report presents a reflective analysis of a Design Thinking course, focusing on the student's personal and professional development. It begins with an introduction to the core concepts of design thinking, including its human-centered approach to innovation and the iterative process of observation, brainstorming, prototyping, and testing. The report delves into the student's learning journey, highlighting the application of design thinking tools and techniques, such as journey mapping and value chain analysis, to real-world problems. It includes a self-reflection on the student's ability to think like a designer, emphasizing the importance of teamwork, problem-solving, and creative thinking. The report also analyzes the challenges faced and the strategies employed to overcome them, such as analyzing problems from multiple perspectives and developing innovative solutions. The student develops an action plan for personal and professional development, outlining specific activities to enhance problem-solving skills, teamwork attitude, and self-confidence. The report concludes with a Gantt chart to visualize the timeline of the action plan, and relevant academic literature is referenced throughout to support the analysis and findings. This is a valuable resource for students seeking to understand and apply design thinking principles in their own work and studies.