This intensive one-day course equips professionals with the mental models and practical tools to analyse information, challenge assumptions, and make robust decisions. Participants will move beyond reactive problem-solving to master enquiry-based research, structured decision-making frameworks, and advanced bias mitigation techniques. The course balances theoretical depth with rigorous application through scenario-based simulations.
Are your decisions driven by data or by hidden bias? In a complex world, reactive problem solving simply will not cut it. You need the mental edge to cut through noise and make robust choices. Our intensive one day course transforms how your team thinks. You will gain the tools to uncover root causes, challenge assumptions, and drive measurable financial impact. Forget dry theory; this is about real world application. Whether you need an open course, a closed group session, or one to one coaching, we tailor the experience to your needs. Delegates leave with a structured framework to navigate any scenario with confidence. Best of all, this training counts towards six CPD hours. Stop guessing and start leading with clarity. To find out more, contact us at lets talk at e q v dot co dot uk.
Counts towards 6 CPD Hours1 Day9:00 - 5:00 for GroupsOpen Public & Closed Group
Please reflect on one or more of the questions below and come prepared to discuss your responses during the session.
Self-Assessment: On a scale of 1–10, how would you rate your current skill level in this subject? What factors influenced your rating?
Development Focus: Identify one specific behaviour, skill, or capability you would like to improve or develop further.
Relevant Examples: If possible, bring one or two relevant examples or scenarios from your experience that you would be willing to share with the group.
What You Will Learn
Define critical thinking and quantify its direct financial and operational impact on the organisation
Apply enquiry-based research techniques to uncover root causes and hidden data gaps
Recognise and mitigate common cognitive biases in personal and team decision-making
Utilise the Seven Steps Model to structure and navigate complex problem-solving scenarios
Organise and evaluate data effectively to distinguish facts from emotional noise and interpretation
Execute a robust decision-making process that balances short-term needs with long-term implications
Demonstrate cognitive flexibility by defending opposing viewpoints in a structured simulation
Apply the Ladder of Inference to deconstruct rapid judgments and improve team communication
Your Post-Course Challenge
Within 30 days, apply the 'Pre-Mortem' technique to one upcoming project or decision.
Identify one 'Assumption' you made this week and challenge it with data.
Reflect on what changed in your decision-making process and share with your manager.
Counts Towards 6 CPD Hours
This course contributes 6 hours of Continuing Professional Development. Delegates can log these hours as evidence of structured learning for professional bodies and employers.
This intensive one-day programme is designed for professionals across all sectors who wish to elevate their analytical capabilities and move beyond reactive problem-solving. It is particularly beneficial for individuals seeking to enhance their decision-making robustness by challenging assumptions and navigating complex information landscapes with confidence.
This course is ideal for:
Senior managers who need to make high-stakes decisions with limited or ambiguous data
Project leads looking to identify root causes of recurring issues rather than treating symptoms
Strategy consultants aiming to structure their arguments and defend opposing viewpoints effectively
Team coordinators who want to foster a culture of open enquiry and reduce cognitive bias in group settings
Business analysts seeking to distinguish factual evidence from emotional noise in their research
Operational directors responsible for balancing short-term operational needs with long-term strategic implications
No prior experience needed
While a foundational understanding of your specific industry is helpful, no prior training in critical thinking or formal logic is required to participate. The course is structured to be accessible to all delegates, regardless of their background, ensuring that everyone can immediately apply these mental models to their daily work.
What you will take away
Delegates will leave with a renewed ability to approach challenges with clarity and objectivity, armed with the confidence to question the status quo and verify information before acting. You will gain practical tools to structure your thought processes, mitigate personal biases, and communicate your decisions more persuasively to stakeholders.
For Groups & Teams
We can deliver this training session in several ways to suit your organisation’s needs:
Open Public Course
Join delegates from other organisations on a scheduled date
Closed Group
Exclusively for your team, using your real scenarios
In Person
Face-to-face at your premises or a venue of your choice
Virtual
Live, interactive online delivery via Teams or Zoom
One-to-One Coaching
Personalised sessions tailored entirely to you
Have two or more people to train?
You may want to consider a closed group course. Benefits include:
Cost effective for teams
Choose a date to suit you
Customise content and timings
No minimum delegate numbers
Uses your real-world scenarios
Builds shared language in your team
Contact us on [email protected] to discuss specific dates and delivery requirements.
How Our Tutor-Led Courses Are Delivered
Before the day
Delegates are given pre-work to complete before attending. This ensures everyone arrives with relevant context and real scenarios from their own experience, so learning is immediately relevant and actionable from the first minute.
On the day
Our sessions are participative and highly interactive. We don’t do “death by PowerPoint” — instead, the day includes a variety of engaging activities throughout:
Real-world casework using your scenarios
Practical hands-on exercises
Real Play (not role play) simulations
Peer learning and group discussion
Case studies and scenario work
Facilitated discussion and structured reflection
What you leave with
Participants leave with:
Practical tools — frameworks and models you can use straight away
Clear action plans — specific next steps tailored to your role
Greater confidence — built through intensive, realistic practice
Skills you can apply immediately — not theory, but techniques tested during the day
After the day
Post-session measurements and a 30-day challenge ensure that learning is embedded and behaviour change is sustained.
Key Features
Course Duration is 1 Day
Engaging tutor led event
Comprehensive course materials
Certificates of attendance
Access to Customer Portal (course bookers)
Course Guarantee
Priced per delegate per day open public course
£449.00 Plus VAT
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Payment available via all major credit cards or Invoice. All options available during the online booking process.
