Creative Problem-Solving Course

Psychologists and business professionals have found over the past few decades that successful problem solvers typically employ a similar method for identifying and putting their solutions into practice. No matter how big or small the issue, this method solves it.

In addition to essential problem-solving techniques that they may apply on a daily basis, the Creative Problem-Solving workshop will provide participants with an overview of the complete creative problem-solving process. The program will cover a variety of skills, including resource identification, data analysis, information collection, and brainstorming.

INR 199 / USD 10

Module 1

The Problem-Solving Method
What is a Problem?
What is Creative Problem Solving?
What are the Steps in the Creative Solving Process?
Knowledge Check

Module 2

Information Gathering
Understanding Types of Information
Identifying Key Questions
Methods of Gathering Information
Knowledge Check

Module 3

Problem Definition
Defining the Problem
Determining Where the Problem Originated
Defining the Present State and the Desired State
Stating and Restating the Problem
Analyzing the Problem
Writing the Problem Statement
Knowledge Check

Module 4

Preparing for Brainstorming
Identifying Mental Blocks
Removing Mental Blocks
Stimulating Creativity
Knowledge Check

Module 5

Generating Solutions (I)
Brainstorming Basics
Brainwriting and Mind Mapping
Duncker Diagrams
Knowledge Check

Module 6

Generating Solutions (II)
The Morphological Matrix
The Six Thinking Hats
The Blink Method
Knowledge Check

Module 7

Analysing Solutions
Developing Criteria
Analysing Wants and Needs
Using Cost/Benefit Analysis
Knowledge Check

Module 8

Selecting a Solution
Doing a Final Analysis
Paired Comparison Analysis
Analysing Potential Problems
Knowledge Check

Module 9

Planning Your Next Steps
Identifying Tasks
Identifying Resources
Implementing, Evaluating, and Adapting
Knowledge Check

Module 10

Recording Lessons Learned
Planning the Follow-Up Meeting
Celebrating Successes
Identifying Improvements
Knowledge Check

Assessment

Post-Test