Creative Decision Making

Course Description

Decision making appears at the top of many lists about workplace skills and competencies that employers value. It makes sense. We make decisions and solve problems several times every day.

Making smart decisions could be the difference between business profitability or disaster. Resolving problems with the best solution could be the difference between saving loyal customers or not.

The key to smart decision-making rests with our ability to clearly define the problem, identify innovative options, research them, and then craft a workable solution. Having a process to work through these steps can take the anxiety out of problem-solving and make decisions easier. This course explores a wide range of techniques to help you puzzle through situations, learn how to solve both simple and complex problems, discover your creativity, and apply these techniques to smart decision making.

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What You Will Learn

Use creative thinking methods and contribute to problem-solving teams
Categorize your own critical thinking style, including areas of strength and opportunities for improvement
Decide the best approach to use in a problem-solving situation
Analyze information to identify the problem
Create and analyze strong arguments by using the critical thinking process
Increase important critical thinking skills, including active listening and questioning
Use analytical thought systems and creative thinking techniques
Use individual and group techniques to produce creative ideas and make decisions
Give powerful arguments using the critical thinking skills you learned

Course Outline

Unit 1: Setting the Foundation for Problem-Solving
Unit 2: Setting the Foundation for Decision-Making
Unit 3: What Is Critical Thinking?
Unit 4: Building Your Foundation for Creative Thinking
Unit 5: Left, Right and Whole Brain Thinking
Unit 6: The Critical Thinking Process
Unit 7: A Critical Thinker’s Tools
Unit 8: Creating a Logical Explanation
Unit 9: Critical and Creative Thought Schemes
Unit 10: Designing Your Creative Space and Time
Unit 11: Encouraging Creative Team Thinking
Unit 12: Where Does Creativity Fit into the
Unit 13: Making Good Group Decisions
Unit 14: Analyzing and Selecting Solutions
Unit 15: Planning and Organizing Action

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Online Course

Price: $99.99

The online, self-paced training program is an excellent way for students to train at their own pace. This means they can focus on areas of specific need. This program offers an interactive experience so there’s no need for traditional lectures or presentations; everything takes place through lesson plans with videos as well as exercises.

Benefits of this Format:
With our digital learning system, you can learn virtually anytime anywhere and at your own pace.
Online training is an excellent way for companies with remote employees or multiple office locations to achieve certification. It's also considerably more cost effective than traditional methods, which makes it a smart investment that can help your business grow!
Course activation time is as quick and easy as 1-2-3. Get your employees up to speed in just 24 hours with our quick course design process that's perfect for any business!

Instructor-Facilitated Learning

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Skilled Now offers a variety of classes that are available to take from the comfort and safety of your desk. These scheduled courses provide students with live, instructor-led training delivered by Skilled now faculty using web conferencing software and an audio bridge so you can interact without ever leaving home or office!

Benefits of this Format:
With a flexible schedule, you can take this course whenever it’s most convenient for your day. Check out the different instrucor calenders that appeal to you.
With our interactive and engaging learning experiences, you'll be able to master new topics in a matter of days.
Spend time interacting with the instructor. Ask questions and get clarification on anything you don't understand or feel uncomfortable about!

Private Group Training

HDI offers a unique training solution that can be conducted at your facility, removing individual expenses and giving you more control.

Benefits of this Format:
Take the hassle out of managing your training schedule by scheduling classes and picking them up on-demand.
If you're looking for an affordable way to save money, this is it! With groups of eight or more the option often becomes more cost effective.
You are in charge of the training schedule

Skilled Now Corporate Training Program

Skilled Now understands that you need to provide your staff with the latest training resources and courses. That’s why we offer your in-house instructor training and certification so they can deliver Skilled Now courseware on site, right at their location of choice!

This is the perfect solution for companies that are looking to train more than 50 employees annually. The program includes HDI training and certification, so you can ensure your new hires have what they need from day one!

Benefits of this Format:
The learning process is made more engaging with someone who knows your business inside-out.
The instructor can customize the course to fit your needs and career goals. For example, he or she might show you actual reports from companies that interest you specifically so it's easier for both of us!
You are in charge of the training schedule