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Facilitation masterclass
Innovation Academy

Facilitation masterclass

How to become a successful facilitator, including establishing objectives, creating a safe space, group dynamics and collaboration

Learn how to facilitate successful and productive group sessions, through core principles including establishing objectives, creating a safe and inclusive space, managing group dynamics, encouraging collaboration and guiding participants towards desired outcomes.

The training is delivered by experienced facilitators who will share real-world examples and industry-leading techniques. The day combines theory, group discussions, practical exercises and case studies. You will have the opportunity to practise facilitation techniques in person and in virtual breakout sessions.

What’s included

  • A one-day course run by expert design and innovation practitioners

  • Online or in person

  • Hands-on exercises relevant to your business

  • Small group activities to spark conversation and collaboration

  • Lifetime access to our expert toolkits and worksheets

  • Pre- and post-session learning activities

  • Access to our online innovation community

Outcomes

  • Understand the role and responsibilities of a facilitator in creating productive, engaging sessions

  • Establish clear objectives for sessions, effectively manage time and arrive at the desired outcome

  • Create an inclusive and safe environment that encourages participation and collaboration

  • Manage group dynamics and facilitate effective communication among participants

  • Facilitate in-person and virtual sessions, using the right tools and platforms

  • Active listening skills and more powerful questioning, to better understand and empathise with participants' perspectives

  • Constructively navigate conflicts and disagreements

  • Encourage creativity and innovation in groups


  • Format: online or in person
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    Duration: 1 day
Jon Pearson, Innovation Academy Lead
Jon Pearson, Innovation Academy Lead

Contact Jon at This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. if you’d like to discuss running a course and equipping your teams with the skills they need to kickstart new capabilities, new thinking and new ways of working.

“The materials and templates proved invaluable at  capturing information and data and applying empirical
process to real problems.”

Innovation Manager, Just
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