The Lilac School of Innovation (LSI) is a forward-focused institution within Lilac Education’s global ecosystem, dedicated to nurturing innovative thinking, future skills, and transformative problem-solving. As one of the 28 specialized schools, LSI prepares learners to explore complex challenges and create breakthrough solutions across disciplines such as design thinking, innovation strategy, social innovation, product development, systems innovation, and creative entrepreneurship. LSI’s academic environment is deeply rooted in research, experimentation, and collaboration. Programs are structured to combine critical thinking, interdisciplinary exploration, and the application of emerging tools—from AI to sustainable design. Learners achieving 80% or above may be offered access to research initiatives, innovation labs, or project-based opportunities through Lilac’s internal platforms and Ljobsbd. While placement is not guaranteed, LSI’s focus on innovation capability, adaptive learning, and creative leadership provides graduates with a unique advantage in navigating rapidly evolving industries and shaping the future.
📚 Program Types at a Glance
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A structured 4-month program focused on guided learning through lectures, assignments, and assessments.
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A 6-month program designed for independent research, critical analysis, and journal publication potential.
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- 1. Design Thinking
- 2. Innovation Strategy
- 3. Creative Problem Solving
- 4. Human-Centered Design
- 5. Product Innovation and Development
- 6. Social Innovation
- 7. Systems Innovation
- 8. Innovation Management
- 9. Creative Entrepreneurship
- 10. Emerging Technologies & Innovation
- 11. Innovation Research and Foresight
- 12. Digital Innovation and Prototyping
📝 Write SOP to Join LSI
In order for Lilac Education and its affiliated institutions to assess a candidate’s motivation, goals, and program fit, a candidate must submit a statement of purpose (SOP). The SOP gives candidates the chance to highlight their distinctive skills and expertise and show how serious they are about pursuing a profession.
📌 Key Information
- Course Type: Online
- Campus location: Online
- Course duration: 4/6 Months
- Per course fee: 4000 BDT/ 39 USD
- Per Semester fee: 15,000 BDT/143 USD ( 5 Courses)
- Primary Languages: Bangla/English
💼 Job Opportunity
The Lilac School of Innovation (LSI) stands as a pioneering institution within Lilac Education’s global academic network, which includes 28 specialized schools. Students who successfully complete their innovation programs with a minimum score of 80% may qualify for exclusive opportunities across Lilac Group’s diverse portfolio of companies and innovation labs. LSI provides a multidisciplinary learning environment focused on design thinking, creative problem solving, systems innovation, and the application of emerging technologies. Outstanding learners may be invited to join project-based or research-driven initiatives through Ljobsbd, Lilac Group’s official talent and recruitment platform. While employment is not guaranteed, the integration of real-world challenges, iterative prototyping, and performance-based assessments offers graduates a significant edge in both startup ecosystems and established industries. Learners from LSI are equipped to lead innovation across domains such as product development, social impact, digital transformation, and entrepreneurial ventures—within Lilac’s ecosystem and in global innovation landscapes.
📜Certificate
All students of Lilac Education and its affiliated institutions will receive official certification upon successful completion of their courses. This includes a Certificate of Completion, a Letter of Reference, Online Verification, and, where applicable, a Certificate for Journal Publication and an Internship Certificate for project-based roles completed through Lilac Group.
🎓 Scholarship
Lilac Education offers scholarships ranging from 10% to 70%, awarded based on a combination of academic performance, research interest, real-world experience, and motivation. All applicants must submit a complete Statement of Purpose (SOP) along with relevant documents. Priority is given to those who demonstrate exceptional potential in coursework, innovation, or contributions to community and learning.
📑 Research & Publication Support
Lilac Education offers students and researchers the opportunity to publish their academic work through Lilac Education’s two-tiered publication ecosystem:
🗞️ 1. Lilac Magazine
🌐 magazine.lilaceducation.com
An internal, curated platform for reflective writing, student insights, social commentary, and academic essays — designed to showcase emerging thought across the Lilac academic network.
📖 2. Lilac Education Press (LEP)
🌐 press.lilaceducation.com
A peer-reviewed, Google Scholar–indexed international research journal platform covering 28 academic disciplines, including all schools under Lilac Education. Students pursuing research-based programs are encouraged to submit publishable work for international exposure.
✅ Publication support is integrated into the Research-Based Program track.
✅ Top-quality submissions may receive formal publication certificates and journal indexing.
🧠 Research & Academic Resources
At Lilac Education, every student is equipped with curated academic materials and direct access to research infrastructure designed to support both course-based and research-based learning pathways.
📚 Departmental Books & Materials
Each department provides a structured book tailored to its discipline, authored or selected by subject experts within the Lilac ecosystem. These books align with the course modules and are designed to simplify complex concepts, support exams, and foster deeper academic understanding.
🧠 Research & Data Support
Students enrolled in research-based programs receive structured assistance from Lilac’s internal research and innovation institutions:
🧪 Lilac Data Science & Data Centre (LDSDC)
Provides data visualization, academic data analysis, and research computing support for statistical and AI-powered studies.
📊 Lilac Survey Company (LSC)
Enables access to real-world survey data and field research tools for primary data collection.
🤖 Lilac Artificial Intelligence (LAI)
Supports intelligent academic modeling, data filtering, automated analysis, and smart insights for advanced research papers.
📝 Lilac Research & Publication (LRP)
Oversees quality assurance, academic validation, and cross-departmental knowledge publishing — working in sync with Lilac Education Press (LEP).
🏆 These resources ensure that every student — whether building foundational skills or contributing to global research — has the tools, mentorship, and platforms needed to succeed.
LSI Courses: 156+
LSI101 – Introduction to Design Thinking
LSI102 – Empathy and User Insight
LSI103 – Defining Design Challenges
LSI104 – Ideation and Brainstorming Techniques
LSI105 – Prototyping Methods and Tools
LSI106 – Testing and Iteration
LSI107 – Design Thinking for Business Innovation
LSI108 – Design Thinking in Social Impact
LSI109 – Visual Thinking and Storyboarding
LSI110 – Collaborative Innovation Workshops
LSI111 – Ethics in Design Thinking
LSI112 – Research Methods in Design Thinking
LSI113 – Capstone Project: End-to-End Innovation Process
LSI114 – Fundamentals of Innovation Strategy
LSI115 – Strategic Foresight and Future Planning
LSI116 – Business Model Innovation
LSI117 – Disruptive Innovation and Market Shifts
LSI118 – Innovation Portfolio Management
LSI119 – Open Innovation and Co-Creation
LSI120 – Innovation Strategy for Startups vs. Enterprises
LSI121 – Scaling Innovation in Organizations
LSI122 – Risk Management in Innovation Strategy
LSI123 – Innovation Ecosystems and Networks
LSI124 – Strategic Innovation Metrics and KPIs
LSI125 – Research Methods in Innovation Strategy
LSI126 – Capstone Project: Innovation Strategy Design
LSI127 – Introduction to Creative Problem Solving
LSI128 – Lateral Thinking and Cognitive Flexibility
LSI129 – Idea Generation Tools and Techniques
LSI130 – Problem Reframing and Perspective Shifts
LSI131 – Collaborative Problem Solving in Teams
LSI132 – Critical Thinking and Logical Structuring
LSI133 – Creative Constraints and Opportunity Design
LSI134 – Heuristics and Intuitive Problem Solving
LSI135 – Creativity Under Pressure: Time-Bound Innovation
LSI136 – Real-World Case Studies in Creative Problem Solving
LSI137 – Ethical Challenges in Creative Solutions
LSI138 – Research Methods in Creative Problem Solving
LSI139 – Capstone Project: Applied Creative Problem Solving
LSI140 – Foundations of Human-Centered Design
LSI141 – User Research and Ethnographic Methods
LSI142 – Personas, Journey Mapping, and User Scenarios
LSI143 – Accessibility and Inclusive Design
LSI144 – Interaction Design and Usability Principles
LSI145 – Emotional Design and User Experience (UX)
LSI146 – Participatory and Co-Design Practices
LSI147 – HCD for Digital Products and Services
LSI148 – Human-Centered Design for Social Impact
LSI149 – Visual Communication in Design Processes
LSI150 – Measuring Human Experience and Engagement
LSI151 – Research Methods in Human-Centered Design
LSI152 – Capstone Project: Human-Centered Innovation Prototype
LSI153 – Introduction to Product Innovation
LSI154 – Product Lifecycle Management
LSI155 – Market Needs Identification and Validation
LSI156 – Concept Development and Product Vision
LSI157 – Rapid Prototyping and Iterative Design
LSI158 – User Testing and Product Feedback Loops
LSI159 – Agile Product Development Methodologies
LSI160 – MVP Strategy and Lean Product Thinking
LSI161 – Product Development for Emerging Markets
LSI162 – Hardware vs. Software Product Innovation
LSI163 – Product Launch Strategy and Roadmapping
LSI164 – Research Methods in Product Innovation
LSI165 – Capstone Project: Innovative Product Launch Simulation
LSI166 – Foundations of Social Innovation
LSI167 – Identifying Social Challenges and Systemic Gaps
LSI168 – Design for Social Impact
LSI169 – Inclusive Innovation and Equity-Centered Design
LSI170 – Community Engagement and Participatory Models
LSI171 – Impact Measurement and Evaluation
LSI172 – Financing and Scaling Social Ventures
LSI173 – Policy Innovation and Civic Design
LSI174 – Sustainability and Environmental Innovation
LSI175 – Social Entrepreneurship Models
LSI176 – Collaborative Governance and Public Innovation
LSI177 – Research Methods in Social Innovation
LSI178 – Capstone Project: Designing for Social Change
LSI179 – Introduction to Systems Innovation
LSI180 – Systems Thinking and Complexity Theory
LSI181 – Mapping Systems and Interdependencies
LSI182 – Leverage Points and Intervention Design
LSI183 – Innovation in Complex Adaptive Systems
LSI184 – Systems Innovation in Public Services
LSI185 – Circular Economy and Regenerative Design
LSI186 – Cross-Sector Collaboration for Systems Change
LSI187 – Resilient Systems and Risk Innovation
LSI188 – Ecosystem Mapping and Network Innovation
LSI189 – Monitoring and Evolving System-Level Change
LSI190 – Research Methods in Systems Innovation
LSI191 – Capstone Project: Transforming Systems through Innovation
LSI192 – Principles of Innovation Management
LSI193 – Managing Innovation in Organizations
LSI194 – Innovation Planning and Resource Allocation
LSI195 – Organizational Structures for Innovation
LSI196 – Innovation Culture and Change Leadership
LSI197 – Internal vs. Open Innovation Models
LSI198 – Metrics and KPIs for Innovation Performance
LSI199 – Leading Innovation Teams and Projects
LSI200 – Innovation Budgeting and Funding Strategies
LSI201 – Barriers to Innovation and Overcoming Resistance
LSI202 – Integrating Innovation into Corporate Strategy
LSI203 – Research Methods in Innovation Management
LSI204 – Capstone Project: Designing Innovation Systems
LSI205 – Foundations of Creative Entrepreneurship
LSI206 – Opportunity Recognition and Creative Value Propositions
LSI207 – Innovation-Driven Business Models
LSI208 – Branding and Identity for Creative Startups
LSI209 – Pitching, Storytelling, and Investor Communication
LSI210 – IP, Licensing, and Legal Considerations for Creatives
LSI211 – Revenue Models and Pricing Strategies in Creative Industries
LSI212 – Managing Creative Teams and Freelancers
LSI213 – Entrepreneurial Mindset and Growth Strategy
LSI214 – Digital Platforms and Market Access for Creators
LSI215 – Funding, Grants, and Impact Investment for Innovation Ventures
LSI216 – Research Methods in Creative Entrepreneurship
LSI217 – Capstone Project: Building a Creative Innovation Venture
LSI218 – Overview of Emerging Technologies
LSI219 – Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning for Innovation
LSI220 – Blockchain Applications in Innovation Systems
LSI221 – Internet of Things (IoT) and Smart Solutions
LSI222 – Virtual and Augmented Reality in Innovation
LSI223 – Robotics and Automation in Product Design
LSI224 – Bio-Innovation and Life Science Technologies
LSI225 – Sustainable Tech and Green Innovation
LSI226 – Tech Ethics and Responsible Innovation
LSI227 – Human–Technology Interaction and Design Futures
LSI228 – Digital Twin and Simulation Modeling
LSI229 – Research Methods in Technology-Driven Innovation
LSI230 – Capstone Project: Innovating with Emerging Technologies
LSI231 – Introduction to Innovation Research
LSI232 – Strategic Foresight and Futures Thinking
LSI233 – Horizon Scanning and Trend Analysis
LSI234 – Scenario Planning for Innovation
LSI235 – Delphi Method and Expert Forecasting
LSI236 – Technology Roadmapping
LSI237 – Monitoring Innovation Ecosystems
LSI238 – Research Ethics and Methodology in Foresight
LSI239 – Bibliometric and Patent Analysis for Innovation
LSI240 – Cross-Impact and Systems Mapping
LSI241 – Visual Tools for Innovation Insight Communication
LSI242 – Research Design for Disruptive Futures
LSI243 – Capstone Project: Strategic Foresight for Innovation Policy
LSI244 – Introduction to Digital Innovation
LSI245 – Low-Fidelity vs. High-Fidelity Prototyping
LSI246 – Tools for Digital Prototyping (Figma, Adobe XD, etc.)
LSI247 – No-Code and Low-Code Platforms for Innovation
LSI248 – Rapid Prototyping Frameworks
LSI249 – UX/UI Principles in Digital Prototyping
LSI250 – Iteration Cycles and Prototype Testing
LSI251 – Agile Development in Innovation Projects
LSI252 – Web and App Prototyping for New Ventures
LSI253 – Physical–Digital Integration (e.g., IoT prototypes)
LSI254 – Virtual Prototyping for AR/VR and XR
LSI255 – Research Methods in Digital Prototyping
LSI256 – Capstone Project: End-to-End Digital Innovation Build
🎓 What You’ll Get as a Student of Lilac Education and Its 28 Associate Schools
As a student of Lilac Education and its 28 associate schools, you’ll become part of a globally structured learning ecosystem designed for flexibility, depth, and future relevance. Learn at your own pace through expert-designed video lectures, interactive assignments, and subject-specific digital books curated by academic specialists. Enjoy 24/7 access to Lilac’s digital library, internal research tools, and academic support platforms. Collaborate with peers through virtual study groups, engage in discussions, and receive personalized guidance from educators and research mentors. At Lilac, we recognize that the future belongs to those who master data, research, and innovation. That’s why we go beyond general study—inspiring students to think deeply, conduct meaningful research, and build the mindset needed to lead in a data-driven world. Whether you’re taking a course-based or research-based path, Lilac prepares you not only to learn, but to lead.