Course Objectives
This course is designed to introduce the participant to decision making and problem solving. Emphasis will be placed on decision making and problem solving techniques, steps in the decision making process, and how to be creative and think outside of the box.

Course Content
The following list provides an overview of the main topics to be covered in the course:
• Understanding the role of decision makers
• Decision making techniques
• Types of decisions to be made
• Steps in the decision making process
• Individual and group decision making
• Factors to keep in mind when making decisions
• Problem solving techniques
• Blocks to problem solving

Methods of Instruction
• Class discussion and participation
• Experiential learning activities
• Individual and group problem solving
• Case analysis
• Lecture
• Video presentation

Additional Information
• Each course is 9 hours.
• Participants will receive 1/2 unit of college credit per course.