London Training For Excellence Problem Solving and Critical Thinking London Training For Excellence
Price: USD 4,900
Instructor led live virtual classroom online. Classes may be individual or in group.

Course details

Overview
This course on problem solving and critical thinking would provide participants with the skills and knowledge needed to effectively analyse and solve complex problems. The course will cover a variety of topics and methodologies including different problem-solving frameworks critical thinking skills creative thinking teamwork and communication.
The course would begin by introducing different problem-solving frameworks such as the scientific method the design thinking process and root cause analysis. Participants would learn how to apply these frameworks to different types of problems and understand the strengths and limitations of each approach.
It will also focus on developing critical thinking skills such as analysing and evaluating information identifying assumptions and recognising logical fallacies. Participants would learn how to approach problems objectively and make informed decisions based on the available evidence. Also will cover creative thinking and idea generation teaching participants how to generate innovative solutions to complex problems. Additionally participants would learn how to work effectively in teams and how to collaborate with others to solve problems.
Overall the course aim to provide participants with a comprehensive understanding of problem solving and critical thinking and equip them with the skills and knowledge needed to effectively analyse and solve complex problems in a variety of contexts.



Objective
  • Understanding and applying different problem-solving frameworks and methodologiessuch as the scientific methodthe design thinking processand root cause analysis.
  • Developing critical thinking skillsincluding the ability to analyse and evaluate informationidentify assumptionsand recognise logical fallacies.
  • Learning how to generate and evaluate potential solutions and selecting the best course of action based on the available evidence.
  • Developing the ability to think creatively and generate innovative solutions to complex problems.
  • Learning how to work effectively in teams and collaborate with others to solve problems.
  • Understanding how to communicate solutions effectively and present them to stakeholders.
  • Learning how to identify and mitigate potential risks and anticipate future challenges related to a problem.
  • Understanding the importance of ethical considerations in problem-solving and decision-making.
  • Developing skills in time managementand prioritizing tasks to solve problems efficiently.
  • Understanding the impact of individual and group biases and how to counteract them in problem solving and decision making.
  • Understanding and applying various toolstechniquesand technologies that are useful for problem solving and critical thinking.

Who Should Attend
  • Business professionals: Managers, executives, and entrepreneurs who need to make decisions, solve problems, and lead teams.
  • Designers and creative professionals: People who need to generate innovative solutions and ideas.
  • Educators and trainers: People who want to improve their problem-solving and critical thinking skills to be able to teach and train others.
  • Project managers: People responsible for planning, executing, and closing projects.
  • Public servants, government officials and Non-profit managers: People working in the public sector who need to solve complex problems and make decisions. Overall, anyone who wants to improve their ability to analyse and solve complex problems, make informed decisions, and think more critically and creatively would benefit from this course.

Course Outlines
Day 1 - Introduction to Problem Solving Frameworks
  • Overview of different problem-solving frameworks such as the scientific method the design thinking process and root cause analysis
  • Hands-on exercises to practice applying the frameworks to different types of problems.

Day 2 - Critical thinking and problem solving
  • Balancing people processes and principles for optimal decisions
  • Deciphering critical thinking
  • Assessing your preferred approach to thinking
  • Managing thinking preferences
  • Predicting co-worker profiles
  • The creative environment
  • Brainstorming options
  • Stretching outside your personal thinking style
  • Mind mapping

Day 3 - Solving Problems
  • DECIDE model
  • Defining the problem
  • Establishing criteria
  • Identify the best solution
  • Develop and implement action plan

Day 4 - Teamwork and Communication
  • Strategies for working effectively in teams to solve problems.
  • Techniques for communicating solutions and ideas to stakeholders.
  • Hands-on exercises to practice teamwork and communication skills.

Day 5 - Putting it All Together
  • Identifying and mitigating potential risks and anticipating future challenges
  • Time management and prioritizing tasks
  • Understanding and countering biases that can occur in problem solving and decision making
  • Review and Evaluation
  • Measuring progress
  • Action planning
Updated on 21 August, 2024

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