Program
Program Structure
Theoretical courses Basic courses covering the main aspects of creativity management will be given. These include: Creativity: place, roles, definitions. Disciplinary approaches to creativity: psychology, sociology, management, economics, history, etc.. Creativity and innovation Creative industries Creative territories and cities Social Creativity Management of creative talents Property rights and creativity Creativity workshops Provide an opportunity to [...]
» Read moreWho should attend?
Professionals and managers seeking to improve their organization’s capacity for creativity and innovation, professionals from creative industries, management consultants and institutional leaders, faculty professors, full-time registered graduate students in diverse fields of study (design, economics, engineering, management, etc.).
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The Summer School adopts a dynamic and highly interactive format with emphasis on professional visits to creative industries and innovating organizations and firms, feedback from renowned creators and managers of creativity. Participants will explore a number of themes ranging from managing creative practices and approaches; analysing creative behaviours and creativity models (eg. TRIZ) to comparing [...]
» Read moreDistinctive aspects of the program
Multi-disciplinary, intercultural, international and intergenerational perspective Sharing experiences of two of the most creative citiesin the world Mix of participants (academia, industry, public sector) Practical comparison of diverse creative fields (science, arts, industry, technology) International lecturers and leaders, aware of the latest practices in the management of creativity Structured around lectures, professional visits, creative workshops [...]
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Improve your organization’s capacity for creativity and innovation Learn creative practices from individuals from diverse backgrounds: management,industry, arts, science Become part of an international network of professionnals and researchers Recruit talented staff Discover and harness your own creative ability
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A Certificate of Completion will be given by HEC Montréal and the University of Barcelona to participants who have completed the program to the satisfaction of both these institutions.
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