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Critical Thinking in Business Skills for Managers
Training Express Ltd

Updated 2026 | 31 Modules Instructor Lead Video Classes | FREE PDF & Hard Copy Certificate | Lifetime Access

Summary

Price
£19 inc VAT
Study method
Online, On Demand 
Duration
2.4 hours · Self-paced
Qualification
No formal qualification
CPD
10 CPD hours / points
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Certificates
  • Digital certificate - Free
  • Hard copy certificate - Free
  • Reed Courses Certificate of Completion - Free
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  • Tutor is available to students

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Overview

As the instructor of Critical Thinking in Business Skills for Managers, I will guide you through the essential tools and frameworks that empower managers to make better decisions, solve complex problems, and evaluate information critically in today’s business environment. This course is designed to help you think beyond assumptions, challenge conventional thinking, and apply structured reasoning to both everyday tasks and long-term strategic planning.

We’ll begin with the core principles of critical thinking and then explore key models including Bloom’s Taxonomy, SWOT, PESTLE, and the Six Thinking Hats. I’ll walk you through various decision-making models like the Rational Decision-Making Process, Decision Tree Analysis, and the Vroom-Yetton-Jago model. You'll also learn how to use data interpretation, cost-benefit analysis, and contingency planning to support informed decisions under pressure.

From understanding marketing behaviour to managing innovation and organisational change, I’ll show you how to apply critical thinking in real-world business scenarios. By the end of this course, you’ll be better equipped to lead with clarity, evaluate risks, and implement effective, ethical decisions with confidence.

Learning Outcomes

  • Understand key critical thinking frameworks to improve decision-making processes in business.
  • Apply models like SWOT and PESTLE for better problem identification and analysis.
  • Use critical thinking techniques to evaluate arguments, data, and evidence in business.
  • Develop strategies for making decisions under uncertainty and handling complex problems.
  • Practice creative problem-solving approaches to enhance business innovation and growth.
  • Analyze ethical issues and their impact on decision-making and business strategies.

Key Features :

  • Certified by CPD
  • Top-notch video lessons
  • FREE PDF & Hard Copy Certificate
  • Entirely online, interactive course with audio voiceover
  • Self-paced learning and laptop, tablet, and smartphone-friendly
  • 24/7 Learning Assistance
  • Discounts on bulk purchases

Certificates

CPD

10 CPD hours / points
Accredited by CPD Quality Standards

Curriculum

1
section
33
lectures
2h 22m
total

    • 1: 1._Module_1_Introduction_to_critical_thinking_in_business_edited__HD 720p_LOW_FR Preview 02:03
    • 2: 2.1.1_Key_aspects_edited__HD 720p_LOW_FR30 06:17
    • 3: 3._Module_2_Critical_thinking_frameworks_and_models_edited__HD 720p_LOW_FR30 03:27
    • 4: 4._2.1_Bloom_s_taxonomy_edited__HD 720p_LOW_FR30 02:43
    • 5: 5.2.2_SWOT_analysis_edited__HD 720p_LOW_FR30 03:37
    • 6: 6.2.3_Root_cause_analysis_edited__HD 720p_LOW_FR30 02:05
    • 7: 7.2.4_Decision_making_models_edited__HD 720p_LOW_FR30 02:46
    • 8: 8.2.5_Six_thinking_hats_edited__HD 720p_LOW_FR30 01:50
    • 9: 9._2.6_PESTLE_analysis_edited__HD 720p_LOW_FR30 01:51
    • 10: 10._2.7_Fishbone_diagram_Edited__HD 720p_LOW_FR30 03:25
    • 11: 11._Module_3_Problem_solving_strategies_edited__HD 720p_LOW_FR30 06:02
    • 12: 12.3.1_Rational_decision_making_process_edited__HD 720p_LOW_FR30 02:48
    • 13: 13.3.2_Bounded_rationality_model_edited__HD 720p_LOW_FR30 01:55
    • 14: 14.3.3_Satisficing_model_edited__HD 720p_LOW_FR30 03:32
    • 15: 15.3.4_Vroom_Yetton_Jago_decision_model_edited__HD 720p_LOW_FR30 02:58
    • 16: 16.3.5_Decision_tree_analysis_edited__HD 720p_LOW_FR30 02:13
    • 17: 17.3.6_Pareto_analysis_edited__HD 720p_LOW_FR30 01:49
    • 18: 18.3.7_Pros_and_cons_analysis_edited__HD 720p_LOW_FR30 03:10
    • 19: 19.3.8_Cost_benefit_analysis_edited__HD 720p_LOW_FR30 04:11
    • 20: 20.Module_4_Data_analysis_and_interpretation_edited__HD 720p_LOW_FR30 06:12
    • 21: 21.4.1_Interpretating_Data._edited__HD 720p_LOW_FR30 06:15
    • 22: 22.Module_5_Critical_thinking_edited__HD 720p_LOW_FR30 06:42
    • 23: 23.Module_6_Evaluating_arguments_and_evidence_edited__HD 720p_LOW_FR30 06:05
    • 24: 24.Module_7_Decision_making_under_uncertainty_edited__HD 720p_LOW_FR30 07:08
    • 25: 25.7.1_Contingency_planning_edited__HD 720p_LOW_FR30 03:52
    • 26: 26.Module_8_Creative_problem_solving_in_business_edited__HD 720p_LOW_FR30 05:47
    • 27: 27.Module_9_Ethical_consideration_in_critical_thinking_edited__HD 720p_LOW_FR30 05:41
    • 28: 28.Module_10_Critical_thinking_in_innovation_and_change_management_edited__HD 72 06:20
    • 29: 29.Module_11_Critical_thinking_in_marketing_and_consumer_behavior_edited__HD 720 07:24
    • 30: 30.Module_12_Real_world_applications_and_case_studies_edited__HD 720p_LOW_FR30 11:29
    • 31: 31.12.1_Critical_thinking_failures_edited__HD 720p_LOW_FR30 07:43
    • 32: Leave a Review 01:00
    • 33: CPD Certificate 01:00

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Description

Course Curriculum

  • Module 01: Introduction to critical thinking in business
  • Module 02: Key aspects
  • Module 03: Critical thinking frameworks and models
  • Module 04: Bloom's taxonomy
  • Module 05: SWOT analysis
  • Module 06: Root cause analysis
  • Module 07: Decision making models
  • Module 08: Six thinking hats
  • Module 09: PESTLE analysis
  • Module 10: Fishbone diagram
  • Module 11: Problem solving strategies
  • Module 12: Rational decision making process
  • Module 13: Bounded rationality model
  • Module 14: Satisficing model
  • Module 15: Vroom-Yetton-Jago decision model
  • Module 16: Decision tree analysis
  • Module 17: Pareto analysis
  • Module 18: Pros and cons analysis
  • Module 19: Cost benefit analysis
  • Module 20: Data analysis and interpretation
  • Module 21: Interpretating Data.
  • Module 22: Critical thinking
  • Module 23: Evaluating arguments and evidence
  • Module 24: Decision making under uncertainty
  • Module 25: Contingency planning
  • Module 26: Creative problem solving in business
  • Module 27: Ethical consideration in critical thinking
  • Module 28: Critical thinking in innovation and change management
  • Module 29: Critical thinking in marketing and consumer behavior
  • Module 30: Real world applications and case studies
  • Module 31: Critical thinking failures

Certification

Once you’ve successfully completed your Critical Thinking in Business Skills Course, you will immediately be sent a digital certificate. Also, you can have your printed certificate delivered by post (shipping cost £5.99). Our Critical Thinking in Business Skills Course certification has no expiry dates, although we do recommend that you renew them every 12 months.

Who is this course for?

  • Managers aiming to improve their decision-making and problem-solving skills.
  • Business leaders looking to enhance their strategic thinking and critical analysis.
  • Entrepreneurs wanting to sharpen their approach to innovation and marketing.
  • Aspiring business professionals aiming to understand critical thinking in management.
  • Anyone interested in mastering tools for effective decision-making and business analysis.

Career path

  • Business Manager
  • Operations Manager
  • Strategic Planner
  • Marketing Analyst
  • Management Consultant
  • Data Analyst

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An endorsed course is a skills based course which has been checked over and approved by an independent awarding body. Endorsed courses are not regulated so do not result in a qualification - however, the student can usually purchase a certificate showing the awarding body's logo if they wish. Certain awarding bodies - such as Quality Licence Scheme and TQUK - have developed endorsement schemes as a way to help students select the best skills based courses for them.
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