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Business Problem Solving
Course Number: AP0286
Category: Business Skills
Duration: 1.00 day
Description

This ILT Series course teaches students the fundamentals of solving business problems. This course introduces students to the need for problem solving, ineffective responses to problems, the elements of an effective solution, and the skills needed to for effective problem solving. Students will also learn how to avoid inappropriate responses to problems, identify types of problem solvers, overcome barriers to problem solving, and identify phases of the problem-solving process. Activities also cover the process for generating solution options and a method for prioritizing problems, the ability to identify a problem's root causes, develop and implement an effective solution, track the success of your solution, and define multiple analysis techniques and different methods to reach conclusions. Students also learn about logical and creative thinking, quantitative and qualitative analysis techniques, reasoning, and conclusions. The manual is designed for quick scanning in the classroom and filled with interactive exercises that help ensure student success.

Table of Contents
  • Unit 1: Problem solving basics
    • Topic A: Fundamentals of problem solving
    • Topic B: Effective problem-solving approaches

 

  • Unit 2: Problem solving in the corporate world
    • Topic A: Problem solvers
    • Topic B: The corporate problem-solving culture

 

  • Unit 3: Problem-solving process
    • Topic A: Identifying problems
    • Topic B: Committing to a solution
    • Topic C: Confirming problem elimination

 

  • Unit 4: Critical thinking and information analysis
    • Topic A: Critical thinking
    • Topic B: Quantitative analysis
    • Topic C: Qualitative analysis

 

  • Unit 5: Problem-solving teams
    • Topic A: Managing problem-solving teams
    • Topic B: Driving a successful team