Design Thinking
An onsite workshop hosted through the
United Nations-established University for Peace
Costa Rica
Design Thinking
An onsite workshop hosted through the
United Nations-established University for Peace, Costa Rica
Design Thinking
An onsite workshop hosted through the United Nations-established University for Peace
Costa Rica
ONSITE WORKSHOP
At the University for Peace, Costa Rica
June 7-8, 2025
A 2-day workshop
9 am - 5 pm
A certificate from the University for Peace, established by the UN General Assembly
ONLY 16 SPOTS AVAILABLE
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Who should take this course?
Are you facing challenges that are not easily addressed through a conventional problem-solving approach? Or do you need to stimulate innovation in your organization? This course is for you!
Design Thinking has been developed for anyone with a desire to cultivate a methodology for innovation. It is an iterative problem-solving process that focuses on understanding users' needs through empathy, defining problems, generating ideas, prototyping solutions, and testing those solutions.
Who should take this course?
Are you facing challenges that are not easily addressed through a conventional problem-solving approach? Or do you need to stimulate innovation in your organization? This course is for you!
Design Thinking has been developed for anyone with a desire to cultivate a methodology for innovation. It is an iterative problem-solving process that focuses on understanding users' needs through empathy, defining problems, generating ideas, prototyping solutions, and testing those solutions.
Who should take this course?
Are you facing challenges that are not easily addressed through a conventional problem-solving approach? Or do you need to stimulate innovation in your organization? This course is for you!
Design Thinking has been developed for anyone with a desire to cultivate a methodology for innovation. It is an iterative problem-solving process that focuses on understanding users' needs through empathy, defining problems, generating ideas, prototyping solutions, and testing those solutions.
What skills will you get?
What skills will you get?
Learn how to apply design thinking tools to problem-solving, step by step.
Learn strategies to cultivate empathy when problem-solving.
Discover new confidence in your innovation skills, through hands-on activities.
What benefits will you get?
What benefits will you get?
Learn a powerful new process and mindset applicable to your professional challenges.
A certificate from the Centre for Executive Education within the United Nations established University for Peace.
Have seen examples and practiced the process of Design Thinking in various scenarios.
What else can you expect?
What else can you expect?
The course is designed to be a practical and hands-on workshop, allowing space for sharing and peer-to-peer learning.
Spanning two full days on campus, we'll cover a variety of introspective activities, theory, and small group application.
The course is designed to be a practical and hands-on workshop, allowing space for sharing and peer-to-peer learning.
Spanning two full days on campus, we'll cover a variety of introspective activities, theory, and small group application.
The course is designed to be a practical and hands-on workshop, allowing space for sharing and peer-to-peer learning.
Spanning two full days on campus, we'll cover a variety of introspective activities, theory, and small group application.
Agenda Highlights
Agenda Highlights
01 Overview of the Design Thinking Process
02 Living Examples of Design Thinking in Action
03 Extending Your Creative Confidence with Design Thinking
04 Applying Design Thinking to Actual Challenges
How much does it cost?
How much does it cost?
We offer flexible payment plans should it be helpful. Get in touch!
The course cost is
$950
Enroll with a friend and receive a 10% discount!
20% discount for United Nations staff and UPEACE alumni.
*** Partial scholarships are available for selected students. Only one discount is available per student. Email us to find out more and discuss your options!
*** Partial scholarships are available for selected students. Only one discount is available per student. Email us to find out more and discuss your options!
This workshop takes place on the beautiful UPEACE campus!
This workshop takes place on the beautiful UPEACE campus!
Testimonials
Testimonials
“The knowledge, contacts and inspiration gained through the UPEACE CEE have had such a positive impact on my life. It has really inspired me to do more in my business and life to make the world a better place.”
– Tui Frye, Costa Rica/USA
“We learned everyone has the creativity to use Design Thinking (and not overthinking).”
– Irma Verhoeven, The Netherlands/Costa Rica
The Facts
100% said the instructor provided enough opportunities for interaction between participants
100% said they feel prepared to apply the learnings to their personal/professional context
100% would recommend the course
100% said the course was well structured and the learning outcomes were clear
The Facilitator
The Facilitator
Meet Mohit.
Mohit Mukherjee is an innovator in the learning and development area, with nearly two decades of experience working with professionals from around the world in the areas of innovation, leadership, and well-being. Since 2006, he has been leading the Centre for Executive Education at the University for Peace, established by the United Nations.
Mohit’s background includes management consulting with A.T. Kearney, working with a global non-profit with a focus on sustainable development, leading a private-public partnership, and starting a profitable education enterprise. Mohit is also committed to youth entrepreneurship and authored a handbook for social innovators.
Mohit has a Bachelor’s degree in Industrial Engineering from Stanford University and did his Master’s at the Harvard Graduate School of Education. He was born in Greece to Indian parents and currently resides in South Florida.
Meet Mohit.
Mohit Mukherjee is an innovator in the learning and development area, with nearly two decades of experience working with professionals from around the world in the areas of innovation, leadership, and well-being. Since 2006, he has been leading the Centre for Executive Education at the University for Peace, established by the United Nations.
Mohit’s background includes management consulting with A.T. Kearney, working with a global non-profit with a focus on sustainable development, leading a private-public partnership, and starting a profitable education enterprise. Mohit is also committed to youth entrepreneurship and authored a handbook for social innovators.
Mohit has a Bachelor’s degree in Industrial Engineering from Stanford University and did his Master’s at the Harvard Graduate School of Education. He was born in Greece to Indian parents and currently resides in South Florida.
Meet Mohit.
Mohit Mukherjee is an innovator in the learning and development area, with nearly two decades of experience working with professionals from around the world in the areas of innovation, leadership, and well-being. Since 2006, he has been leading the Centre for Executive Education at the University for Peace, established by the United Nations.
Mohit’s background includes management consulting with A.T. Kearney, working with a global non-profit with a focus on sustainable development, leading a private-public partnership, and starting a profitable education enterprise. Mohit is also committed to youth entrepreneurship and authored a handbook for social innovators.
Mohit has a Bachelor’s degree in Industrial Engineering from Stanford University and did his Master’s at the Harvard Graduate School of Education. He was born in Greece to Indian parents and currently resides in South Florida.
The University for Peace, an institution established by the UN General Assembly
The world looks to the United Nations for solutions to complex problems everywhere; from ending conflict and alleviating poverty, to combating climate change and defending human rights. As a UN-established institution, the University for Peace works tirelessly to contribute to world peace and progress. Our professional development programs give you the skills to have a positive impact on this world, contributing directly to this mission.
The University for Peace, an institution established by the UN General Assembly
The world looks to the United Nations for solutions to complex problems everywhere; from ending conflict and alleviating poverty, to combating climate change and defending human rights. As a UN-established institution, the University for Peace works tirelessly to contribute to world peace and progress. Our professional development programs give you the skills to have a positive impact on this world, contributing directly to this mission.