Critical Thinking for Effective Problem Solving
16–17 September 2026 • 2 × 3.5 Hour Workshops
BST: 08:30–12:00CEST: 09:30–13:00
Think critically, solve smarter
Elevate your problem-solving capabilities and drive well-informed decision-making in this dynamic, hands-on workshop. Rather than relying on standard methods, this course dives deep into the critical thinking process, empowering professionals to identify and mitigate common cognitive biases that compromise performance.
Through interactive role-play and innovation exercises, participants master powerful analytical frameworks — including SWOT analysis, the Fishbone diagram, Six Thinking Hats, and the RED Model. This practical, real-world training bridges the gap between theory and daily workplace challenges, ensuring everyone leaves with a personalised action plan to sharpen strategic thinking.
For professionals, managers, and leaders who want to make better decisions and solve complex problems more effectively.
What we'll cover
Identify and mitigate cognitive biases that compromise decision-making and performance
OBJECTIVE
Master powerful analytical frameworks including SWOT, Fishbone, and Six Thinking Hats
OBJECTIVE
Apply innovation and role-play exercises to bridge theory with real workplace challenges
OBJECTIVE
Build a personalised action plan to sharpen strategic thinking and problem-solving
OBJECTIVE
Delivered by Neil Rabbetts
A seasoned L&D professional with over 20 years of experience helping organisations and individuals grow. Neil’s background spans learning design, facilitation, consultancy and digital learning, with deep expertise gained from years working in financial services and beyond. From designing skills-based organisational frameworks to leading graduate programmes for future leaders, Neil’s approach is practical, insightful and results-driven. He’s partnered with a huge range of global brands, including Nationwide, Aston Martin, Siemens Energy, Oracle and the European Patent Office, bringing learning to life in a way that creates lasting impact.Talk to our experts
00 44 (0) 203 318 5753
Why Cegos?
As an international leader in Learning and Development, we train more than 250,000 people every year across 50 countries, in more than 20 languages, thanks to our global presence in Europe, Latin America and Asia Pacific, and to a network of trusted partners in every corner of the globe.
Book your place
£900 per participant*
Sign up now to reserve your spot on this course. Spaces limited.
* Price does not include VAT / taxes if applicable.
Includes
- 2 x 3.5 hour workshop
- Workshop activities
- Downloadable course workbook
- eLearning
