Creativity (6350.7)

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• Semester 1, 2018, INTENSIVE, BRUCE (177767) - View
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Syllabus

The subject covers a wide range of creative problem solving methods including problem definition techniques, idea generation methods, and the evaluation and implementation of ideas. Topics include creativity and its importance in business; blocks to, and theories of, creativity; objective finding, fact finding and problem definition; mind mapping; analogies and morphological analysis; brainstorming; lateral thinking; evaluating and implementing new ideas; and dealing with resistance to change.

Learning Outcomes

On successful completion of this unit, students will be able to:

1. Recognise the need for creative problem solving techniques in the contemporary business environment;

2. Demonstrate a firm knowledge of the major creative problem solving methods;

3. Demonstrate an ability to apply creative problem solving methods in practice;

4. Discriminate between the kinds of situations in which different methods of creative problem solving are most appropriate; and

5. Identify important issues in overcoming resistance to change and implementing new ideas in organisations.

Assessment Items

Contact Hours

Normally 39 hours per semester.

Prerequisites

Must have completed 12 credit points