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Created byArun Singhal B-Tech, MBA (IIM-B),Unilever, J&J, Danone, IIMU, Cello

Last updated 5/2026

English

What you'll learn

Understand the end-to-end process of solution design and development from requirements to deployment
Learn the role, skills, and mindset required to become a high-performing Solution Design Professional
Apply Six Sigma and Lean principles to improve quality, eliminate waste, and optimize processes
Build design excellence using DFSS (Design for Six Sigma) and Design Thinking methodologies
Capture, analyze, prioritize, and validate customer requirements using proven frameworks and tools
Translate requirements into practical, scalable, and high-impact solution designs
Respond effectively to RFPs by developing and presenting winning solution proposals
Define and manage project scope, timelines, and execution plans with confidence
Identify gaps in existing systems and processes using As-Is analysis and Root Cause Analysis (RCA)
Design optimized “To-Be” solutions aligned with customer needs and business goals
Build, test, and refine solutions using rapid prototyping and iterative development
Deliver high-quality solutions through structured testing, release, and documentation processes
Monitor and improve performance using solution design metrics and continuous feedback loops
Learn through real-life case studies and practical applications across industries
Explore emerging approaches like Augmented Reality (AR) in solution design

Course content

14 sections • 59 lectures • 6h 50m total length

Introduction8:28
The purpose of the course is to help you build Excellence in Solution Design
At the end of this course you will achieve the following
Understanding what are they looking for in Excellence in Solutions Design
Learn what are the tools and techniques
Learn how to build Excellence in Solutions Design using these tools and techniques
Start building Excellence in Solutions Design
Introduction Case Study13:27
A case study of building Excellence in Solutions Design
Overview I- Role of Solution Design Professional6:08
The purpose of the Section is to give you an overview about how can you build Excellence in Solutions Design
At the end of this Lecture you will learn the following
What are they looking from a Solutions Design professional?
Overview I
Overview II- Excellence requirements in Solution Design4:17
The purpose of the Section is to give you an overview about how can you build Excellence in Solutions Design
At the end of this Lecture you will learn the following
What are the excellence requirements in Solutions Design?
Overview II
Overview III- Way to Excellence in Solutions Design5:20
The purpose of the Section is to give you an overview about how can you build Excellence in Solutions Design
At the end of this Lecture you will learn the following
How can you do the Solution Design in excellent way- An Overview?
Overview III

Six Sigma I- What is Six Sigma?3:36
The purpose of the Section is to give you an in-depth understanding of Process Excellence Tools that can help you build Excellence in Solutions Design
At the end of this lecture you will learn the following
What is Six Sigma
Six Sigma I
Six Sigma II- How can it improve process quality?7:19
The purpose of the Section is to give you an in-depth understanding of Process Excellence Tools that can help you build Excellence in Solutions Design
At the end of this lecture you will learn the following
Six Sigma –How can it improve process quality?
Six Sigma II
Six Sigma Case Study10:12
A case study of using Six Sigma for Excellence in Solution Design

Lean I- What is Lean?5:30
The purpose of the Section is to give you an in-depth understanding of Lean Process Excellence Tools that can help you build Excellence in Solutions Design
At the end of this Lecture you will learn the following about Lean
What is Lean?
What are the different forms of waste?
How can you systematically identify waste?
What are other tools we can use to reduce waste?
Lean I
Lean II- How can you systematically identify waste?6:49
The purpose of the Section is to give you an in-depth understanding of Lean Process Excellence Tools that can help you build Excellence in Solutions Design
At the end of this lecture you will learn the following Lean
What is Lean?
What are the different forms of waste?
How can you systematically identify waste?
What are other tools we can use to reduce waste?
Lean II
Lean III- Cycle time accounting, DFM and 5S-CANDO8:30
The purpose of the Section is to give you an in-depth understanding of Lean Process Excellence Tools that can help you build Excellence in Solutions Design
At the end of this lecture you will learn the following
What is Lean?
What are the different forms of waste?
How can you systematically identify waste?
What are other tools we can use to reduce waste? Part I
Lean III
Lean IV- Visual Management, Pull Production Systems, Single Unit Mfg & Poka Yoke11:56
The purpose of the Section is to give you an in-depth understanding of Lean Process Excellence Tools that can help you build Excellence in Solutions Design
At the end of this lecture you will learn the following Lean
What is Lean?
What are the different forms of waste?
How can you systematically identify waste?
What are other tools we can use to reduce waste?- Part II
Lean IV

Design Excellence I- What is Design Excellence?3:54
The purpose of the Section is to give you an in-depth understanding of Design Excellence Process Excellence Tools that can help you build Excellence in Solutions Design
At the end of this lecture you will learn the following Lean
What is Design Excellence?
What are the Design Excellence Methodologies?
What tools are to be used for them?
DEx I
Design Excellence II- What are the Design Excellence Methodologies?11:02
The purpose of the Section is to give you an in-depth understanding of Design Excellence Process Excellence Tools that can help you build Excellence in Solutions Design
At the end of this lecture you will learn the following Lean
What is Design Excellence?
What are the Design Excellence Methodologies?
What tools are to be used for them?
DEx II
Design Excellence III-DFSS Tools- VOC and QFD11:41
The purpose of the Section is to give you an in-depth understanding of Design Excellence Tools that can help you build Excellence in Solutions Design
At the end of this lecture you will learn the following Lean
What is Design Excellence?
What are the Design Excellence Methodologies?
What tools are to be used for them?
DFSS-VOC, QFD
DEx III
Design Excellence IV-Other DFSS Tools like Taguchi, FMEA etc10:51
The purpose of the Section is to give you an in-depth understanding of Design Excellence Process Excellence Tools that can help you build Excellence in Solutions Design
At the end of this lecture you will learn the following Lean
What is Design Excellence?
What are the Design Excellence Methodologies?
What tools are to be used for them? Other DFSS Tools
DEx IV
Design Excellence V- Before you begin applying Design Thinking5:30
The purpose of the section is to give you an in-depth understanding of Design Excellence Tools that can help you build Excellence in Solutions Design
At the end of this lecture you will learn the following Lean
What is Design Excellence?
What are the Design Excellence Methodologies?
What tools are to be used for them? Design Thinking Tools before you begin
DEx V
Design Excellence VI- Design Thinking Tools- Visualization5:02
The purpose of the section is to give you an in-depth understanding of Design Excellence Tools that can help you build Excellence in Solutions Design
At the end of this lecture you will learn the following Lean
What is Design Excellence?
What are the Design Excellence Methodologies?
What tools are to be used for them? Design Thinking Tool- Visualization
DEx VI
Design Excellence VII- Design Thinking Tools- Research Methodologies7:36
The purpose of the section is to give you an in-depth understanding of Design Excellence Tools that can help you build Excellence in Solutions Design
At the end of this lecture you will learn the following Lean
What is Design Excellence?
What are the Design Excellence Methodologies?
What tools are to be used for them? Design Thinking Tool- Research Methodologies
DEx VII
Design Excellence VIII- Design Thinking- Idea Generation8:55
The purpose of the section is to give you an in-depth understanding of Design Excellence Tools that can help you build Excellence in Solutions Design
At the end of this lecture you will learn the following Lean
What is Design Excellence?
What are the Design Excellence Methodologies?
What tools are to be used for them? Design Thinking Tool- Idea Generation
DEx VIII
Design Excellence IX-Design Thinking Tools for What Wows and What Works7:14
The purpose of the section is to give you an in-depth understanding of Design Excellence Tools that can help you build Excellence in Solutions Design
At the end of this lecture you will learn the following Lean
What is Design Excellence?
What are the Design Excellence Methodologies?
What tools are to be used for them? Design Thinking Tools for What Wows and What Works!
DEx IX

Requirements Management I-Overview4:38
The purpose of the Section is to give you an in-depth understanding of managing customer requirements that can help you build Excellence in Solutions Design
At the end of this lecture you will learn the following
What is Requirements Management?
What is excellence in Requirements Management?
How can we meet these excellence requirements?
An Overview
RM I
Requirements Management II-What is customer requirements and how can we collect8:06
At the end of this lecture you will learn the following
What is Requirements Management?
What is excellence in Requirements Management?
How can we meet these excellence requirements?
What is customer requirements and how can we collect them
RM II
Requirements Management III-What all requirements to gather and with what tools?9:07
The purpose of the Section is to give you an in-depth understanding of managing customer requirements that can help you build Excellence in Solutions Design
At the end of this lecture you will learn the following
What is Requirements Management?
What is excellence in Requirements Management?
How can we meet these excellence requirements?
What all requirements to gather and with what tools?
RM III
Requirements Management IV-Analyzing Requirements5:10
The purpose of the Section is to give you an in-depth understanding of managing customer requirements that can help you build Excellence in Solutions Design
At the end of this lecture you will learn the following
What is Requirements Management?
What is excellence in Requirements Management?
How can we meet these excellence requirements?
Analyzing Requirements
RM IV
Requirements Management V-Defining Requirements4:00
The purpose of the Section is to give you an in-depth understanding of managing customer requirements that can help you build Excellence in Solutions Design
At the end of this lecture you will learn the following
What is Requirements Management?
What is excellence in Requirements Management?
How can we meet these excellence requirements?
Defining Requirements
RM V
Requirements Management VI-How to Prioritize Requirements5:12
The purpose of the Section is to give you an in-depth understanding of managing customer requirements that can help you build Excellence in Solutions Design
At the end of this lecture you will learn the following
What is Requirements Management?
What is excellence in Requirements Management?
How can we meet these excellence requirements?
-How to Prioritize Requirements
RM VI
Requirements Management VII-How to validate and maintain requirements?5:19
The purpose of the Section is to give you an in-depth understanding of managing customer requirements that can help you build Excellence in Solutions Design
At the end of this lecture you will learn the following
What is Requirements Management?
What is excellence in Requirements Management?
How can we meet these excellence requirements?
How to validate and maintain requirements?
RM VII
Define Requirements for Hemisfair RFP

RFP Response I- Overview5:59
The purpose of the Section is to give you an in-depth understanding of responding to RFP including pricing that can help you build Excellence in Solutions Design
At the end of this lecture you will learn the following
What all to include in the RFP Proposal?
What is excellent RFP Proposal?
How to prepare such an excellent RFP Proposal and with what tools? Overview
RFP Response I
RFP Response II-First Personal Contact6:32
The purpose of the Section is to give you an in-depth understanding of responding to RFP including pricing that can help you build Excellence in Solutions Design
At the end of this lecture you will learn the following
What all to include in the RFP Proposal?
What is excellent RFP Proposal?
How to prepare such an excellent RFP Proposal and with what tools? First Personal Contact
RFP Response II
RFP Response III-Understand RFP4:02
The purpose of the Section is to give you an in-depth understanding of responding to RFP including pricing that can help you build Excellence in Solutions Design
At the end of this lecture you will learn the following
What all to include in the RFP Proposal?
What is excellent RFP Proposal?
How to prepare such an excellent RFP Proposal and with what tools? Understand RFP
RFP Response III
RFP Response IV-Understand Requirements3:46
The purpose of the Section is to give you an in-depth understanding of responding to RFP including pricing that can help you build Excellence in Solutions Design
At the end of this lecture you will learn the following
What all to include in the RFP Proposal?
What is excellent RFP Proposal?
How to prepare such an excellent RFP Proposal and with what tools? Understand Requirements
RFP IV
RFP Response V-Develop Multiple Possible Solutions7:14
The purpose of the Section is to give you an in-depth understanding of responding to RFP including pricing that can help you build Excellence in Solutions Design
At the end of this lecture you will learn the following
What all to include in the RFP Proposal?
What is excellent RFP Proposal?
How to prepare such an excellent RFP Proposal and with what tools? Develop Multiple Possible Solutions
RFP Response V
RFP Response VI-Configure Ideal Option9:54
The purpose of the Section is to give you an in-depth understanding of responding to RFP including pricing that can help you build Excellence in Solutions Design
At the end of this lecture you will learn the following
What all to include in the RFP Proposal?
What is excellent RFP Proposal?
How to prepare such an excellent RFP Proposal and with what tools? Configure Ideal Option
RFP Response VI
RFP Response to the Hemisfair RFP

Project Timelines I-Overview5:31
The purpose of the Section is to give you an in-depth understanding of determining project implementation timelines that can help you build Excellence in Solutions Design
At the end of this lecture you will learn the following
Understand what does it take to determine reliable project implementation timelines
Understand how to determine reliable project timelines
How to define the project
How to plan the project
Project Timelines I
Project Timelines II-How to define the project8:23
The purpose of the Section is to give you an in-depth understanding of determining project implementation timelines that can help you build Excellence in Solutions Design
At the end of this lecture you will learn the following
Understand what does it take to determine reliable project implementation timelines
Understand how to determine reliable project timelines
How to define the project
How to plan the project
Project Timelines II
Project Timelines III-How to plan the project I11:35
The purpose of the Section is to give you an in-depth understanding of determining project implementation timelines that can help you build Excellence in Solutions Design
At the end of this lecture you will learn the following
Understand what does it take to determine reliable project implementation timelines
Understand how to determine reliable project timelines
How to define the project
How to plan the project I
Project Timelines III
Project Timelines IV-How to plan the project II10:46
The purpose of the Section is to give you an in-depth understanding of determining project implementation timelines that can help you build Excellence in Solutions Design
At the end of this lecture you will learn the following
Understand what does it take to determine reliable project implementation timelines
Understand how to determine reliable project timelines
How to define the project
How to plan the project II
Project Timelines IV
Determine Reliable Project Timelines for Hemisfair Project

Determine gaps in existing client systems/As-Is Processes I- Overall Approach4:42
The purpose of the Section is to give you an in-depth understanding of determining gaps in existing client systems/As-Is Processes that can help you build Excellence in Solutions Design
At the end of this lecture you will learn the following
Overall Approach
Documenting As-Is Processes
Identify Customer Requirements
Analyze the Process to determine Gaps
Determine Gaps I
Determine gaps in existing client Processes II-Documenting As-Is Processes6:04
The purpose of the Section is to give you an in-depth understanding of determining gaps in existing client systems/As-Is Processes that can help you build Excellence in Solutions Design
At the end of this lecture you will learn the following
Overall Approach
Documenting As-Is Processes
Identify Customer Requirements
Analyze the Process to determine Gaps
Determine Gaps II
Determine gaps in existing client Processes III- Identify Customer Requirements5:36
The purpose of the Section is to give you an in-depth understanding of determining gaps in existing client systems/As-Is Processes that can help you build Excellence in Solutions Design
At the end of this lecture you will learn the following
Overall Approach
Documenting As-Is Processes
Identify Customer Requirements
Analyze the Process to determine Gaps
Determine Gaps III
Determine gaps in existing client Processes IV- Analyze the Process8:33
The purpose of the Section is to give you an in-depth understanding of determining gaps in existing client systems/As-Is Processes that can help you build Excellence in Solutions Design
At the end of this lecture you will learn the following
Overall Approach
Documenting As-Is Processes
Identify Customer Requirements
Analyze the Process to determine Gaps
Determine Gaps IV
Determine gaps in existing client processes

Mapping & Enhancing solutions to suit client requirements I- Overall Approach4:14
The purpose of the Section is to give you an in-depth understanding of mapping & enhancing solutions to suit client requirements that can help you build Excellence in Solutions Design
At the end of this lecture you will learn the following
Overall Approach
Perform Root Cause Analysis
Generate Solutions
Develop the “Should be” Map
Reassess the Gap
MES I
Mapping & Enhancing solutions to suit client requirements II- Perform RCA4:48
The purpose of the Section is to give you an in-depth understanding of mapping & enhancing solutions to suit client requirements that can help you build Excellence in Solutions Design
At the end of this lecture you will learn the following
Overall Approach
Perform Root Cause Analysis
Generate Solutions
Develop the “Should be” Map
Reassess the Gap
MES II
Mapping & Enhancing solutions to suit client requirements III- Generate Solution3:50
The purpose of the Section is to give you an in-depth understanding of mapping & enhancing solutions to suit client requirements that can help you build Excellence in Solutions Design
At the end of this lecture you will learn the following
Overall Approach
Perform Root Cause Analysis
Generate Solutions
Develop the “Should be” Map
Reassess the Gap
MES III
Mapping & Enhancing solutions to suit client requirements IV- “Should be” Maps3:34
The purpose of the Section is to give you an in-depth understanding of mapping & enhancing solutions to suit client requirements that can help you build Excellence in Solutions Design
At the end of this lecture you will learn the following
Overall Approach
Perform Root Cause Analysis
Generate Solutions
Develop the “Should be” Map
Reassess the Gap
MES IV
Mapping & Enhancing solutions to suit client requirements V- Reassess the Gap5:02
The purpose of the Section is to give you an in-depth understanding of mapping & enhancing solutions to suit client requirements that can help you build Excellence in Solutions Design
At the end of this lecture you will learn the following
Overall Approach
Perform Root Cause Analysis
Generate Solutions
Develop the “Should be” Map
Reassess the Gap
Map and Enhance solutions to suit Hemisfair requirements

Requirements

Open mind and willingness to learn

Description

Want to become a Solution Architect—but struggle to connect business, design, and delivery?

Most professionals learn parts of the process:

Requirements gathering
Solution design
Project delivery

But fail to connect them into a complete solution.

That’s why they struggle in:

Solution design interviews
Consulting case discussions
Real-world project execution

This Course Teaches You How to Design and Deliver End-to-End Solutions

You will learn how to go from:

Business Problem → Requirements → Solution Design → Delivery

Just like real Solution Architects, consultants, and product leaders.

This is not just theory.

This is a step-by-step system you can apply in real projects and interviews.

What You Will Be Able to Do

By the end of this course, you will be able to:

Design end-to-end solutions from real business problems
Translate requirements into scalable system designs
Handle solution design discussions confidently
Create structured RFP responses and solution proposals
Plan and deliver solutions using a clear framework
Identify gaps and improve existing systems using root cause analysis
Build and validate solutions through rapid prototyping

Learn a Simple, Practical 5-Step Framework

Instead of disconnected concepts, you will master a clear approach:

Understand the business problem
Define and prioritize requirements
Design the solution (system + process)
Build and test using prototypes
Deliver and continuously improve

You will also learn how to apply tools like:

Design Thinking
Lean and Six Sigma
Root Cause Analysis
RFP and proposal design

—without getting overwhelmed.

How This Course Helps You Get Hired

This course is designed to make you job-ready, not just knowledgeable.

It prepares you for:

Solution Architect roles
Business Analyst roles
Product and Consulting roles
System design interviews

You will learn how to:

Structure your thinking clearly
Explain solutions confidently
Approach real-world problems step-by-step

Real-World Application (Not Just Theory)

You will learn through:

Practical case studies
Real-world examples
Structured solution walkthroughs

So you can apply concepts immediately in:

Work projects
Interviews
Business scenarios

Before vs After This Course

Before:

Disconnected knowledge of requirements, design, and delivery
Confusion in solution design discussions
Difficulty solving real business problems

After:

Clear end-to-end solution thinking
Strong solution design skills
Confidence in interviews and real-world execution

What Makes This Course Different

Covers the full lifecycle (problem → design → delivery)
Focuses on application, not just concepts
Simplifies complex frameworks into usable steps
Combines business thinking with system design

Most courses teach parts.

This course teaches the complete picture.

Who This Course Is For

Aspiring Solution Architects
Business Analysts and Product Managers
Consultants and IT professionals
Anyone preparing for system design or consulting roles

What You Get

Step-by-step framework for end-to-end solution design
Practical case-based learning
Structured approach to solution design and delivery
Lifetime access with updates

Start Building Real Solution Design Skills

Preview the lectures.

If you want to:

Become a Solution Architect
Improve solution design and structured thinking
Perform better in interviews
Deliver real-world solutions with confidence

Enroll now and start building skills that directly impact your career.

Instructor Support

You can reach out anytime for:

Doubts
Clarifications
Guidance on applying frameworks

This Course is Part of a Structured Learning Path

Learning Path: TECHNOLOGY PATH (Starter → Builder → Advanced)

This course is your BUILDER step.

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After completing this course, continue your growth with:

How to become Software Developer (Starter)

Software Development Excellence (Builder)

Solution Architecture (Builder)

IT Product Management (Advanced)

Master in AI (Advanced)

Generative AI (Advanced)

Who this course is for:

Consultants and aspiring consultants who want to design and deliver end-to-end client solutions with confidence
Business Analysts (BAs) looking to strengthen skills in requirements gathering, solution design, and stakeholder alignment
Product Managers and Product Owners who need to translate customer needs into scalable, high-impact solutions
Solution Architects and IT professionals involved in designing, developing, and implementing business solutions
Project Managers responsible for planning, executing, and delivering complex solutions successfully
Operations and process improvement professionals focused on optimization using Lean, Six Sigma, and design methodologies

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Course content

Introduction & Overview5 lectures • 38min

Real Life Case Reviews3 lectures • 27min

Process Excellence Tools- Six Sigma3 lectures • 21min

Process Excellence Tools-Lean4 lectures • 33min

Process Excellence Tools- Design Excellence9 lectures • 1hr 12min

Requirements Management7 lectures • 42min

RFP Response6 lectures • 37min

Project Timelines4 lectures • 36min

Determine gaps in existing client systems/As-Is Processes4 lectures • 25min

Mapping & Enhancing solutions to suit client requirements5 lectures • 21min

Requirements

Description

Who this course is for: