CRITICAL THINKING, PROBLEM SOLVING AND DECISION MAKING
In business, problems rarely fail because of lack of effort — they fail because people think too fast, jump to wrong conclusions, or don’t see the hidden causes. Critical thinking and structured problem-solving are the antidote.
This program is not about abstract theories. It is about practical thinking tools that help managers to make decisions that stand up in the real world.
You will learn how to ask right questions, avoid thinking traps, and develop clear, actionable solutions. Every method is explained in simple language and practical steps you can use immediately.
MAIN TOPICS:
What critical thinking really means – how to slow down, clarify, and see beyond surface answers.
The biggest thinking traps – biases, emotions, and group pressure, and how to avoid them.
Fact vs. opinion – practical ways to test information and separate signal from noise.
Breaking down problems – turning complex issues into manageable parts.
Finding root causes – how to look deeper than symptoms and identify what really drives problems.
Generating creative solutions – simple methods to go beyond “obvious answers.”
Weighing options – evaluating pros, cons, risks, and trade-offs objectively.
Decision-making under pressure – staying rational when time and stakes are high.
Learning from decisions – gathering feedback, and improving future choices.