Red & Yellow
Online Short Course
Creative Thinking
The biggest breakthroughs rarely come from having all the answers. They come from asking better questions. In a world where change is constant and challenges are increasingly complex, creative thinking is what helps individuals and businesses adapt, innovate and stay ahead.
In this practical course, you'll learn how to approach problems from fresh perspectives, challenge assumptions and uncover opportunities others might miss. Whether you're looking to drive innovation, improve decision-making or develop more effective solutions at work, you'll gain the tools and confidence to think differently, solve smarter and create meaningful impact.
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Course Curriculum
- What creativity means and what gets in the way
- The principles and importance of creativity and how to problem-solve
- The strategy behind using creative thinking
- Creating a culture of creative thinking to find new opportunities for innovation
- How to build creative teams and the benefits of ‘taking risks’
The important bits
Key Info
- Course Duration: 7 Weeks
- Accreditation: R&Y Certificate of Completion
- Access: Online
- Start Date: 13 July 2026
- Cost: R4,900
At the end, you’ll know how to:
- Differentiate between creativity and innovation and understand the importance of each
- Apply the design-thinking process to enhance creativity
- Use a number of ideation techniques, including lateral thinking, brainstorming, root-cause analysis, mind mapping, and many more
- Take practical steps to implement your creative idea
- Generate alternate solutions and choose the best one
Do better business
Add stronger critical thinking skills to your leadership and learn to think more creatively about solving issues
Learn from top creative minds
Our lecturers are industry leaders and bring wealth of experience to the classroom.
Get creative again
This course is built to help you apply imaginative creative skills to real problems, with an emphasis on thinking outside the box.
Find gainful employment
Be recognised with an industry centric Red & Yellow certificate, giving you a blend of theoretical knowledge and hands-on skills.
Red & Yellow courses are made to future-proof your career
Our courses are designed to accelerate opportunities and give a boost to your CV. Top businesses across industries recognise Red & Yellow graduates as having the practical skills and the theoretical background to hit the ground running with confidence and creative flair.
Benefits:
Our courses are both current and relevant to the South African context.
Applicable, practical assignments:
- So that you can apply what you’re learning to your everyday work life, and your specific business challenges.
Discussion Forums and Chat sessions:
- Helping you develop your professional network.
- Hosted by your coach, lecturer, or subject specialist.
- Ideal opportunities to discuss the content and get answers to all your questions.
Personalized feedback:
- Tailored to your individual strengths, and opportunities for personal improvement.
A dedicated team:
- Acting as your “virtual” support crew whose only focus is to help get you over the finish line.
Included in your course:
- An industry-sought-after Certificate of Completion from Red & Yellow
- Original, relevant, and constantly updated content
- An interactive online learning experience that includes videos, live chat sessions, forum discussions, and more
Who should take this course?
You should! (it’s applicable to everyone)
Meet your team:
This course was created by, and benefits from, our full-time lecturers’ years of experience in the field – both in lecturing and in industry. They know how to nurture talent and bring out the best in students, resulting in many award-wins over the years.
Madge Booth
Founder of MOMents Media
Madge Booth is a versatile Marketer and Media Creator with a unique blend of experience stretching from media and magazines to marketing and hospitality. She is passionate about translating complex ideas into clear, compelling narratives that drive action. Madge is excited to share her experience with other creatives, helping them grow, think differently and thrive in ever-evolving industries.
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