Problem Solving, Creativity, and Innovation

1.50 credits · Graduate

This course covers problem solving techniques and the application of the creative process to help develop new products, services, and processes. Topics covered will include models of innovation; means to foster and manage creativity and innovation in others; creativity tools; design thinking; and practical problem-solving and decision-making methods. Basic concepts related to copyright, patents, and trademarks for protecting intellectual property in Canada will also be reviewed.