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Creative Problem Solving for Managers

By Tony Proctor

Book information

Publisher
Routledge
Year
1999
ISBN
0415196787, 9780415196789, 0415196795, 9780415196796, 0203017498, 9780203017494, 0203203143, 9780203203149
LCC
HD30.29 .P763 1999
Open Library ID
OL24246200M
Language
english
Format
PDF
Filesize
5 MB (5354231 bytes)
Edition
1
Pages
329\329
Orientation
yes
Scanned
no
Time added
2011-08-31 04:54:40

Description

This updated text provides a lively introduction to the essential skills of creative problem solving. Using extensive case-studies and examples from a wide range of business situations, it explores a wide range of problem-solving theories and techniques, illustrating how these can be used to solve a range of management problems. Thoroughly revised and redesigned, this new edition retains the accessible and imaginative approach to problem solving skills of the first edition. Contents include: blocks to creativity and how to overcome them key techniques including lateral thinking, morphological analysis and synectics computer-assisted problem solving increased coverage of group problem solving techniques and paradigm shift. As creativity is increasingly recognized as a key skill for successful managers, this book will be welcomed as a comprehensive introduction for students and practising managers alike.

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