Course Description

Master critical thinking skills to advance in problem-solving, decision-making, and effective communication. This course, offered by BoxPlay, introduces a dynamic approach to developing essential management and analytic skills to operate efficiently in a business environment.

What Students Will Learn

• Understand and apply various critical thinking styles.
• Overcome personal biases and enhance decision-making abilities.
• Build self-awareness regarding decision influencers.
• Set clear objectives, perform thorough information analysis, and execute effective plans.
• Strengthen team collaborations by improving problem identification and solution exploration processes.

Prerequisites and Skills Required

No specific prerequisites are required to enroll in this introductory course. It is designed for anyone aiming to sharpen their critical thinking and communicative abilities.

Course Coverage

• Identification of thinking styles and their impact on performance.
• Techniques to recognize and eliminate personal biases.
• Methods to foster self-awareness and self-improvement.
• Strategies for problem-solving and decision-making.
• Tools for effective communication and collaboration within teams.

Who This Course is For

This course is targeted towards students, aspiring managers, established professionals, and anyone interested in boosting their problem-solving, communication, and managerial skills through the power of critical thinking.

Real World Application

Skills learned in this course can directly enhance productivity and decision-making in workplace settings. Participants can apply these techniques to negotiate better deals, develop strategic plans, lead teams more effectively, and generally make more informed choices both personally and professionally.

Syllabus Overview

• About CQ: Communication Quotient™.
• Introduction to Critical Thinking.
• The Importance of Critical Thinking.
• The Components of Critical Thinking.
• Break Down and Practice the CQ Thinking Loop.
• Activity, Exam & Resources.

Learner Testimonials

"Critical Thinking has helped me and my team to make faster and better decisions." - Lisa Morris, Founder, Road Concierge

"I feel more confident in making smarter decisions, and it’s empowered me to be sure of my own judgment." - Antonella Kissling, Student, University of St Andrews

"I’ve taken many courses over the years and this has been the best by far. Love it and I keep practicing!" - Milena Marinova, Leading AI Expert