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LECTURE TWO

ACTIVITY $2$: CREATIVITY, INNOVATION AND ENTREPRENEURSHIP

SUBMISSION DATE: THURSDAY FEBRUARY

$8,2024$

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Students in teams of $($Three Students Only$)$ should engage in real$-$life company visits for interactions to see whether creativity and innovation are at work in Ghanaian Businesses. A company visit can be an excellent opportunity for students to observe and interact with businesses to assess the role of creativity and innovation.

Ghana is home to a variety of companies spanning different industries. When planning company visits, students should assess the role of creativity and innovation, and consider businesses from sectors like technology, manufacturing, finance, services, etc.

Questions $/$Presentation Format

Profile of the Company:

a$)$ What is the core business of the company?

b$)$ How long has the company been in operation?

c$)$ What are the company's main products or services?

d$)$ How has the business evolved over the years?

Creativity and Innovation:

a$)$ Can you provide examples of how the company encourages and fosters creativity among its employees?

b$)$ Are there specific initiatives or programs in place to promote innovation within the company?

c$)$ How does the company approach problem$-$solving and idea generation?

Product Development and Design:

a$)$ How does the company approach product or service design and development?

b$)$ Can you share any instances where the company introduced a new product or service to the market?

c$)$ What role does customer feedback play in shaping the company's products or services?

Technology and Processes:

a$)$ How does the company leverage technology to enhance its operations?

b$)$ Are there any notable technological innovations that the company has adopted recently?

c$)$ How does the company stay updated on emerging technologies relevant to its industry?

Challenges and Solutions:

a$)$ Can you discuss any challenges the company has faced in terms of innovation or adapting to market changes?

b$)$ What strategies has the company employed to overcome these challenges and stay competitive?

c$)$ Are there instances where the company had to pivot or change its approach due to external factors?

Final Thoughts:

a$)$ What key takeaways do you have from this visit in terms of creativity and innovation in the Ghanaian business context?

b$)$ How can the insights gained from this visit be applied to your understanding of entrepreneurship and innovation?