Toronto Decision Making & Problem Solving Skills Workshops
This workshop develops the skills required to deal with all decision-making situations. Processes will be introduced and practiced so that each participant will be prepared to be a more effective and efficient decision-maker. As well, a variety of powerful decision-making tools will be introduced so that participants can choose specific techniques best suited to specific situations.
Learning Objectives
Participants will learn to:
- understand the decision-making concepts
- use decision-making models
- evaluate risks
- prepare contingency plans
Methodology
- Instructor presentation
- Full-group discussion
- Small-group interaction
- Individual exercises
- Practice exercises
Our Toronto based Decision Making & Problem Solving Skills training & development workshop will enable participants to handle conflict situations with confidence and leadership skill.
Content
The Nature Of Decision Making
- Individual aspects
- Organizational views
- Types of decisions
- Appreciating the range of decision-making styles available
- Applying cost – benefit analysis
Solutions That Work
- 6 steps to solving all problems
- Discovering the steps of “creative” problem solving
- 8 decision-making techniques and tools
Deciding On The Best Decision
- Using an Evaluation Alternative Solution Chart
- Using a Weighted Criteria Matrix
- Using a Paired Rating Technique
- Assessing risk
Contingency Planning — Be Prepared
- Assess difficulties inherent to the implementation process
- Analyze why difficulties may arise
- Develop plans
- Establish the acceptable minimum effectiveness level
- Prepare contingency if minimum effectiveness is not reached
Participants at the Toronto Decision Making & Problem Solving Skills training workshop are encouraged to send an email within three months following the training workshop and can expect a personal reply to assist with their learning experience.
