Creativity and Problem Solving Training Material:

Overview:

Adopting innovation as a method of problem solving can be expected to occupy a prominent position in the years to come. This course aims at providing Executives and Managers a set of tools that will help them innovatively diagnose and solve business problems.

Creative Problem Solving Training is an important part of business as problems are a part of every business. There are those that are part of everyday business and those that affect long-term strategic direction. In whatever form they may arise; one thing is certain, problem solving must be dealt with at a root cause level. Successful businesses have come to learn how to view and deal with problems by developing effective problem solving skills.

MMMTS’ Creative Problem Solving Training program focuses on problem solving skills, tools and techniques that can be used to structure and identify creative solutions to help deal with business problems. The training program has a strong emphasis on addressing root causes of problems and avoiding looking for temporary or ‘band-aid’ solutions which work only in the short-term.

MMMTS’ Problem Solving Training Program focuses on the following areas:

• Brainstorming
• Pareto Analysis
• SWOT Analysis
• Problem Re-statement Technique

• This program will help managers and executives to:
  • Understand the process of creativity and problem solving
  • Analyze their current problem solving and innovative thinking styles
  • Understand the process of diagnosing and structuring problems before solving them
  • Apply and integrate thinking tools, techniques and strategies for finding creative solutions
  • Evaluate, select and implement the best available solution effectively
  • Create an action plan for solving future problems

Training Topics:

• Understanding the process of Creativity and Problem Solving
• Role of Creativity and Innovation in Problem Solving
• Attitudes that kill creative ideas
• Removing Blocks and Barriers to finding the best solution
• Steps in Problem Solving
  1. Problem Identification
     • SWOT Analysis
     • Pareto Principle
     • Problem Re-statement(5 Whys)
  2. Problem Solving
     • Brainstorming
     • Priority Matrix

Training Methodology:

• PowerPoint Presentation
• Role Plays
• Games and Group Activities
• Case Studies