Become A Certified Innovation Professional (CIP)
8-week Online Masterclass with experts to learn and master innovation
Next cohort
February 2nd, 2023
About this certification
Certified Innovation Professional Masterclass is designed for individuals looking to learn about business innovation, the process to drive it forward, and tools to generate breakthrough results
The training has two levels:
Level 1: Gain knowledge about what is innovation, tools and techniques to use, and a proven process to drive ideas forward
Level 2: Master the innovation process and tools by applying them to a real-world challenge with mentor guidance
Benefits
Deeper understanding of innovation
Better grasp of diverging and converging tools
Confidence to repeat the innovation process
Ability to work in ambiguity and uncertainty
Access to a global network of innovation leaders
Who should apply?
Individuals looking to master business innovation, the process to drive innovation results, and the tools required to generate breakthrough ideasĀ
Course Program
Gain knowledge about what is innovation, tools and techniques to use, and a proven process to drive ideas forward
- Tuesdays and Thursdays 9 AM – 12 M Eastern Time (EST)
Master the innovation process and tools by applying them to a real-world challenge with a team
You will receive a weekly reminder on Monday for deliverables you will have to submit by Friday
You will have access to a one hour mentoring session per week, with GIMI experts to guide you through the project
Level 1. Associate
Gain knowledge and understand the innovation methodology
Weeks 1 ā 4
Pre-Reading: Chapters 1 and 2
Learning outcomes:
- Learn what is business innovation
- Understand basic tools and techniques to innovate
- Get the right mindset to achieve success
eLAB Tools:
- Thinking styles
- Teamwork techniques
- Innovation mindset
Pre-Reading: Chapter 3 Step 1
Learning outcomes:
- Learn a proven innovation process to get breakthroughs
- Define an organization“s innovation challenge
- Set the right innovation intent for direction
eLAB Tools:
- Case for Change
- Growth Gap
- Investment Profile
Pre-Reading: Chapter 3 Step 2
Learning outcomes:
- Generate new idea fragments from multiple sources
- Determine the trends that could impact you businessĀ
- Look at internal and external networks for new ideas
eLAB Tools:
- Business Opportunity Map
- Beating the Competition
- New Partners, New Move
Pre-Reading: Chapters 3 Step 3
Learning outcomes:
- Identify new areas for the organization to play in
- Prioritizing high growth opportunity Fields of Play (FOPs)
- Develop FOPs into actionable and compelling opportunities
eLAB Tools:
- Identifying FOPs
- Prioritization of Opportunities
- FOP Development
Pre-Reading: Chapters 3 Step 4
Learning outcomes:
- Generating new business concepts
- Make opportunities actionable through sequencing
- Conducting initial due diligence for new opportunities
eLAB Tools:
- Business Concepts
- Opportunity Sequencing
- Reverse Engineering
Pre-Reading: Chapters 1, 2 and 3
Learning outcomes:
- Demonstrate an understanding of the innovation methodology
eLAB Tools:
- Practice Quiz
Level 2. Professional
Master innovation process and tools through a real-world challenge
Weeks 5 ā 8
Project Development:
- Build a high-performing team
- Define your innovation challenge
- Get a senior sponsor
eLAB Tools:
- Innovation intent
- Team roster
- 30-day Workplan
Project Development:
- Implement concepts of the innovation process to your project
- Access mentoring from innovation experts to accelerate results
- Show and Tell advancements for every week
eLAB Tools:
- Business Opportunity Map
- Trend Analysis
- Scenario Mapping
Final Submission:
- Document the innovation 5 stage process for your project
- Build a Business Case and pitch for a prioritized idea
- Present the Business Case and seek GIMI project approval
eLAB Tools:
- Business Case
- 360 Team Review
- Learning Histories
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Why Get Certified With GIM Institute?
GIMI is a global nonprofit professional organization driving standards for innovation management that leverage a range of core frameworks and competencies.Ā We teach the next generation of innovators how to successfully discover innovation breakthroughs, accelerate results and build a new set of professional skills. Our mission is to help individuals, companies and regions develop world-class innovation and innovation management capabilities.
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You will be able to:
- Advance your career and stand out
- Increase your value to your organization
- Access GIMIās global innovation ecosystem and best practices
- Network and share experiences with other innovation professionals

More than 10,000 professionals have been certified in GIMI’s programs, representing companies from Fortune 500
Date
January 31st
Time
8 Weeks
Price
$2.000 USD Individual price
