Creative Problem Solving For Managers Developing Skills For Decision Making And Innovation 2nd Edition 2nd Edition Tony Proctor by Tony Proctor 0415345413, 9780415345415 instant download after payment.

This accessible text provides a lively introduction to the essential skills of creative problem solving. Using extensive case-studies and examples from a range of business situations, it explores various 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.