Intensive practice in the use of contemporary approaches to the creative process, including use of proven aids for developing innovative ideas. The generation of creative designs of products, processes, and services with emphasis on commercial applications is stressed. 1. Develop and utilize creative and innovative abilities needed for decision-making including conceptual and quantitative data analysis. In the topics of creativity and innovation, develop and refine the ability to communicate ideas and conclusions verbally and in written form. Develop ability to lead class discussions designed to produce comprehension and consensus with respect to strategic business policy decisions.
Individual students are responsible for meeting prerequisites, requirements, and objectives.
Faculty are to provide quality instruction, leadership, and support student academic efforts. Use of personal computers is often required to write assignments. All assignments are due on the date specified by the course instructor. Late assignments may be graded by the professor, but these assignments will count for a grade of zero. Strict compliance with course prerequisites is required.