Analytical and Structured Thinking: Best Practices and Methods

Analytical and structured thinking skills are essential for professionals who are looking to add long-term strategic value to their organization. Equipped with the proper arsenal of analytical and structured thinking tools, managers can make evidence-based decisions that increase the chances of successfully growing their organization.

In this course, we will go over the best practices that are used in the area of analytical and structured thinking. By attending this course, attendees can master the art and science of dealing with complex information using solid analytical and structured thinking techniques.

This course relies on the use of several interactive case studies developed specifically for this course to demonstrate the different components of analytical and structured thinking. In addition to the customized cases, this course utilizes individual debriefs, group discussions, role playing, and presentations.

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

• Apply recognized problem solving techniques and approaches
• Analyze problems and find factual data to support decisions
• Distinguish, evaluate and summarize relevant information
• Generate a broader and more distinct range of solutions
• Define a problem and ensure that the 'right' question is being answered
  
• Justify breaking down a problem into smaller issues that can be tackled independently
• Create a work plan that prioritizes resources and focuses on the key issues

Professionals and managers who are involved in analyzing complex issues related to their organization.

• Analytical thinking
• Structured thinking
• Problem solving
  
• Analysis of data
• Balanced decision making
• Results orientation