Masterclass in Innovation and Design Thinking for government professionals

Today's rapid and sweeping changes bring complex challenges that require new ways of thinking and working. In this time of transition, government cannot stand still. As a city or municipality, you have a unique opportunity to lead the way and develop innovative, creative solutions that directly improve the well-being of residents.

This programme not only gives you the knowledge and skills, but also the inspiration to break through existing dogmas and realise innovation in a people-oriented way.

A training tailored to the public sector, inspired by the business world

Innovation occurs where worlds meet. Ideas and solutions from one sector can lead to new insights and breakthroughs in another. With this in mind, this programme - originally developed for the business world - has been carefully adapted to the specific needs and challenges of the public sector. Our experienced experts, who have earned their spurs in both the public and private sectors, bring fresh perspectives. With their people-centred approach and design thinking methodologies, they will help you break through fixed ways of thinking and discover new opportunities.

Are you a director or policy officer in a government organisation and would you like to work towards a future-oriented, people-oriented public service? Then this programme is for you.

The programme is aimed at, among others, general directors but also sustainability managers, digitalisation managers and project leaders of urban renewal or social initiatives.

The programme comprises eight training days from January to May 2026.

Fri 23/1/2026, Fri 30/1/2026, Thu 12/2/2026, Fri 13/3/2026, Fri 27/3/2026, Fri 24/4/2026, Fri 30/4/2026, Fri 29/5/2026

The sessions will take place at Hangar K in Kortrijk, Nelson Mandelaplein 2, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.

A catered lunch will be provided in the afternoon.