Event Name: Workshop on Design Thinking 5.0	Event Date: 18 October 2024
Faculty Coordinators: Dr. Neetu Kamra & Ms. Neha Issar	Event Timings: 11 AM onwards
Number of Participants: 132	Venue: Lloyd Business School, Seminar Hall

Objectives:

• To introduce students to the principles and methodology of Design Thinking in the context of Business Analytics.
• To encourage creativity, innovation, and problem-solving skills through structured activities and discussions.
• To demonstrate how data-driven insights can support the development of effective and innovative business solutions.
• To enhance students' analytical thinking, collaboration, and ideation abilities.
• To promote active participation in learning approaches that blend technology, creativity, and strategic decision-making.

Detailed Report

The Business Analytics Club of Lloyd Business School successfully organized an innovative activity titled “Design Thinking 5.0” on 18 October 2024 under the guidance of Faculty Coordinators Dr. Neetu Kamra and Ms. Neha Issar. The activity aimed to equip PGDM students with the foundational understanding of Design Thinking and demonstrate how emerging technologies and analytics contribute to modern business innovation.

The session began at 11:00 AM with a welcome note by the club members, followed by an introduction to the concept of Design Thinking 5.0, which integrates human-centered design with technology, AI, and analytics. Students participated in interactive discussions on empathy mapping, problem identification, ideation, prototyping, and testing.

Hands-on group activities were conducted, where teams worked on real-world business challenges, applying data-driven insights to propose innovative and feasible solutions. The session created an engaging and collaborative environment, allowing students to explore the intersection of creativity and analytics.

The activity received an enthusiastic response from students, especially from the PGDM batch (2024–2026), who appreciated the practical exposure and teamwork experience. Faculty coordinators praised the efforts of the Business Analytics Club and emphasized the importance of combining analytical thinking with creative problem-solving.

The event concluded with group presentations and a vote of thanks, marking the successful completion of Design Thinking 5.0.

Learning Outcomes

• Enhanced understanding of Design Thinking principles and their application in business problem-solving.
• Strengthened creativity, innovation, and analytical reasoning among students.
• Improved teamwork, communication, and collaborative learning skills.
• Understanding of how technology and data analytics support Design Thinking processes.
• Encouraged students to apply structured frameworks to generate innovative business ideas.

Prepared by:

Dr. Neetu Kamra