April 2025
Intermediate
1h 43m
English
Closed Captioning available in German, English, Spanish, French, Italian, Japanese
Overview
Brainstorming Masterclass: Become a Certified Brainstorming Specialist (Accredited)
Earn 1.5 Official PDUs | PDCs | CPDs/CEUs and a Globally Recognized Certification
Strengthen your ability to lead impactful idea-generation sessions with this in-depth Brainstorming Masterclass. Whether you're managing projects, solving workplace challenges, or seeking creative solutions in your field, this course equips you with a comprehensive approach to facilitate structured and result-oriented brainstorming sessions.
Accreditations and Industry Recognition
- PMI® Authorized Training Partner (ATP #5573): Completing the course qualifies you to earn 1.5 Professional Development Units (PDUs).
- CPD Certification Service (Provider #14627, Certificate #A029014-19): This training is officially accredited and provides 1.5 CPDs or CEUs credits.
- Recognized by SHRM: AIGPE™ is approved as a Recertification Provider by the Society for Human Resource Management (SHRM), which qualifies you to earn 1.5 Professional Development Credits (PDCs).
Why This Course is Valuable
Studies show that a large percentage of brainstorming sessions fall short due to lack of facilitation expertise. This course addresses that gap by helping you build the skills needed to plan, run, and follow up on brainstorming events effectively.
No matter your industry or experience level, mastering this technique boosts your visibility in the workplace, strengthens decision-making, and demonstrates leadership. It also enhances your problem-solving capabilities, whether in professional settings or personal challenges.
Core Learning Outcomes
- Understand the history and evolution of brainstorming
- Explore different techniques such as:
- Nominal Group Technique
- Group Passing
- Guided or Constrained Brainstorming
- Individual and Question-Based Brainstorming
- Learn to facilitate sessions through:
- Preparation and pre-work
- Execution and moderation
- Post-session evaluation and follow-up
- Identify and overcome common challenges that hinder brainstorming success
- Gain the confidence to apply these strategies in projects of all sizes and formats
Who Should Take This Course
- Professionals looking to enhance their facilitation skills
- Team leaders and managers at all levels
- Freelancers, consultants, or entrepreneurs involved in planning and innovation
- Students or job seekers aiming to add certified skills to their profile
- Anyone interested in learning how to run effective brainstorming sessions
This course is designed for individuals with minimal prior experience and offers practical, beginner-friendly instruction. Whether your goal is to build your resume, lead better meetings, or develop a highly valuable skill set, this course provides a complete foundation to get started.
Course Features
- Over 1.5 hours of on-demand, high-impact video content
- More than 25 concise and informative lectures
- Step-by-step breakdown of the entire brainstorming process
- Access to over 15 downloadable resources, including templates and guides
- Optional certification that includes 1.5 PDUs, PDCs and CPDs/CEUs credits
What You Will Achieve
- Execute structured and goal-oriented brainstorming events
- Guide participants through thoughtful and inclusive idea generation
- Improve your ability to address business and personal challenges creatively
- Stand out in interviews with strong facilitation knowledge
- Gain formal recognition as a Certified Brainstorming Specialist
Certification Option — No Extra Cost for First Two Attempts
Upon course completion, learners have the option to take a free, external certification exam conducted by AIGPE™ (Advanced Innovation Group Pro Excellence), a globally recognized certification body. The exam is optional and available at no charge for the first two attempts. Registration requires your name, email, and proof of course completion.
Take the next step in your professional development. Enroll now and gain the tools to facilitate brainstorming sessions that inspire results.
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