Problem Solving & Critical Thinking

Course summary

This course builds strong problem-solving and critical-thinking capabilities by exploring decision-making strategies, mental agility, lateral thinking, creative problem-solving, analytical skills, and the power of unlearning. Learners gain practical tools to analyze problems, think creatively, make better decisions, and adapt effectively in fast-changing workplace situations.

Learning outcome

By the end of the course, learner will be able to:

  • Apply effective decision-making strategies in complex situations.
  • Use mental agility and cognitive flexibility to navigate change.
  • Apply lateral and creative thinking techniques to generate solutions.
  • Analyze problems using structured analytical tools and approaches.
  • Challenge assumptions and use unlearning to adopt better ways of thinking.

Modules

This course is designed to explore the significance of effective decision-making, explain various decision strategies, recognize the strengths and weaknesses of decision-making models, implement decisions effectively, evaluate decisions post-implementation, navigate complex environments using adaptive decision-making techniques, and understand the role of emotional intelligence in decision-making.

This module explores techniques to cultivate mental agility, empowering individuals to adapt to change, navigate challenges, and maximize performance by enhancing cognitive flexibility, emotional resilience, and creative problem-solving for success in dynamic environments.

This module provides an extensive knowledge of lateral thinking. It throws light on the various lateral thinking techniques, analyze the difference between lateral thinking and vertical thinking.

This module ensures that learners can engage in a comprehensive discussion on Creative Problem Solving (CPS). It covers the necessity for CPS, provides an explanation of the primary tools, explores the principles, and explains the step-by-step process involved in CPS.

This module enhances learners' analytical skills by enabling them to dissect complex problems with precision and insight, using immersive exercises and practical applications to identify patterns, trends, and anomalies, thus empowering informed decision-making and strategic outcomes.

This module provides a comprehensive understanding of Unlearning, exploring its core principles, the process of challenging assumptions and beliefs, strategies for facilitating behavioral change, and the importance of cultivating a growth mindset. Learn how to lead by example and foster a culture of continuous learning and adaptation.