Mastering the Art of Creative Thinking, Problem Solving and Decision Making Skills
This course builds confidence in tackling complex challenges with clarity and purpose, equipping participants with practical techniques for innovative problem-solving and effective decision-making.
Programme Overview
Ever wondered why others approach tasks differently, leaving you pondering? It's common to get caught in routine thought patterns, missing innovative solutions. Our Creative Thinking, Problem Solving & Decision Making course addresses this. Expert facilitator Danny Chee guides you through practical techniques and strategies to overcome mental blocks, generate novel ideas, and confidently solve problems. This workshop provides a step-by-step method for decision-making and solution-finding, utilizing powerful tools like Brainstorming, Mind Mapping, and Multivoting for effective Creative Problem Solving and Decision Making.
Learning Outcomes
Define creative problem solving and decision making.
Be familiar with common mental blocks to the creative thinking process.
Know the steps to the creative problem solving process.
Be familiar with: Brainstorming, Mind mapping and Multi-voting
Apply tools to solve a problem and make a decision.
Explore ways to be more creative.
Who Should Attend?
Professionals looking to enhance their problem-solving and decision-making skills.
Team leaders and managers looking to foster a culture of innovation within their teams.
Anyone facing challenges and seeking new perspectives for resolution
Course Outline
Day 1 (9:00 AM to 5:00 PM)
Module 1: Course Introduction & Creative Thinking Fundamentals
- Trainer introduction & Ice-breaking session
- Critical vs. Creative Thinking
- Left Brain vs. Right Brain
- The Thinking Process
- Convergent vs. Divergent Thinking
Module 2: Understanding Creative Problem Solving
- Exploring creative problem solving concepts
- Defining Creative Thinking
Module 3: Overcoming Barriers to Creative Thinking
- Identifying common barriers to creativity
- Addressing mental blocks
Module 4: Strategies for Enhanced Creativity
- Applying Golden Rules of Creative Thinking
- Day 1 Reflection & Wrap-Up
Day 2 (9:00 AM to 5:00 PM)
Module 5: The Creative Problem Solving Process
- Understanding the step-by-step process
- Techniques for idea generation (10 Questions)
Module 6: Advanced Creative Problem Solving Tools & Techniques
- Overview of tools and techniques
- Brainstorming guidelines
- Multi-voting steps
- Mind Mapping and its application
- Utilizing the Completed Map
Module 7: Exploring Creative Problem Solving Styles
- Understanding different styles: Clarifier, Collector, Ideator, Developer, Implementer
Module 8: Practical Application & Course Conclusion
- Putting learning into action
- End of Training