13 - 18 December 2026 | London
Certified Innovation Leader (CIL)
Lead innovation across the full product life cycle and prepare for the AIPMM-recognised Certified Innovation Leader exam.
The complete product life cycle is explored through an innovation lens, from initial ideation through to product retirement. Participants will examine the innovation body of knowledge including strategic alignment, ideation management, business case development, knowledge creation, project planning, development, qualification, and product launch.
This AIPMM ProdBOK Approved training equips leaders with the knowledge and skills to define and implement innovation processes that generate effective revenue streams whilst fostering a culture of innovation throughout the organisation. The programme prepares candidates for the Certified Innovation Leader exam and enables them to maximise return on investment in the global marketplace.
What's in store
Proven Innovation Methodologies
Learn proven methodologies to lead innovation across your organisation
The Full Product Life Cycle
Master every stage of the product life cycle, concept to retirement
New Revenue Streams
Build a workable process for creating new, effective revenue streams
Exam Preparation
Prepares you for the AIPMM-recognised Certified Innovation Leader exam
Strategy and Innovation Culture
Gain tools to align business strategy with genuine innovation culture
Hands-on Learning
Combines real-world case studies with hands-on, interactive learning exercises
Led By Terez Rijkenberg
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Benefits of Attending
Aligning your company goals with innovation objectives
Developing a sustainable approach to gain or maintain a competitive advantage in your field
Transforming new knowledge about your field into creative ideas for products or processes that give your company an edge over competitors and add new revenue streams
Purposefully creating an innovation culture in your business and employees through management skills and tools
Identifying opportunities for innovation in each stage of the product life cycle, from concept to retirement
Harnessing innovative ideas to design value-added products that are successful in any marketplace
Maintaining operational effectiveness throughout each stage of the innovation process
Who Should Attend
This course suits professionals across product management, product development, and technology teams, including product and marketing managers, project and programme managers, business analysts, and solution architects. It’s equally valuable for experienced cross-functional managers looking to define and embed a structured innovation process, and anyone seeking the credibility and influence that comes with a recognised innovation leadership certification.
