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HUM306JF Creative Problem Solving

  • Department Humanities
  • Level Upper
  • Format Online
  • Credits 3

Description

Ever wonder how Steve Jobs created such amazing products or Sarah Lewis used failure for creative success? Given the rapid changes in today s economy and workplace, creativity and innovation continue to be important skills that support career growth. Because employers continuously rate the ability to solve problems as an essential skill, this course is designed to introduce and strengthen a student s ability to move through logical problem-solving processes in order to creatively find solutions to problems that are personally or professionally relevant to them. Neuroscience research affirms that we all possess the same mental capacities as people with highly inventive minds, so students will study innovators and global thinkers who will show them the crucial techniques to increase their competency, sharpen their skills, and develop their innovative mindset.

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Prerequisites

This course does not require any prerequisites.

Sections

Listing all available sections for this course, including their term, duration, and dates.
Term Dates Term & Duration Format
January 5, 2026 to March 1, 2026 Spring I - 8 Week Online
March 2, 2026 to April 26, 2026 Spring II - 8 Week Online
May 4, 2026 to June 28, 2026 Summer I - 8 Week Online
June 29, 2026 to August 23, 2026 Summer II - 8 Week Online