Innovation Accelerator

Ignite your entrepreneurial spirit, drive breakthroughs and unleash the future.

Welcome to the world of innovation, where ideas come to life, boundaries are pushed and breakthroughs are made.

Whether you dream of pioneering your own startup, spearheading innovation within your organisation, or you simply want to embrace a mindset of continuous improvement, this transformational, nine-week course will equip you with essential tools, strategies and inspiration to thrive in the ever-changing world of innovation.

Throughout this immersive programme, you’ll combine cutting-edge theory with hands-on practical experiences. You’ll engage in dynamic group projects and develop your own innovation project, tackling real-world challenges, applying your newfound knowledge and bringing your bold ideas to fruition.

You’ll explore a wide range of methodologies and learn innovation tools that companies like Apple, Google, Airbnb and Ford use to innovate and stay ahead of the curve. From design thinking and ideation tools to measuring impact and disruptive technologies, the skills you acquire will give you a versatile toolkit to tackle complex problems and seize exciting opportunities.

Topics covered include: Innovation Processes, Creativity, Scoping and Analysis, Futures Thinking, User Journeys, Disruption, Impact Assessment, Innovative Business Models, Leadership, Building Teams, Effective Communication, Culture.

Information
Course Code	BTSI600
Level	6
Credits	10
Estimated Time	12 Weeks
Fees 2025	$479

Please note: You will be charged an associated external fee (if applicable) plus a portion of the compulsory Student Services Levy that supports our services available to students. For full information on the compulsory Student Services Levy, visit fees and finance.

How to Apply

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