Making, Justifying, and Defending Decisions Masterclass

1-Day Course

1-Day Course Outline

What Are The Benefits Of This Course

Upon completion of this course, participants will be able to:

• Critically evaluate and apply a range of theoretical decision-making paradigms to complex strategic challenges

• Identify and mitigate the influence of cognitive biases and heuristics on personal and organisational decisions

• Formulate an evidence-based approach to decision making by critically evaluating data and its limitations

• Develop robust strategies for making decisions in highly uncertain and complex organizational environments

• Design and facilitate inclusive group decision-making processes that leverage diverse perspectives and avoid common pitfalls

• Integrate ethical considerations and stakeholder interests into all stages of the strategic decision-making lifecycle

Set out below are the fees for our 1-day, Making, Justifying , and Defending Decisions Masterclass Pricing is available for both individual participants and in-house group sessions. All fees are exclusive of VAT.

Open Course: Making, Justifying , and Defending Decisions Masterclass

• Duration: 1-day

• Individual Fee: £350 per participant

• Delivery Format: In-person

• Catering: Tea and coffee provided (Lunch not provided)

• Venue: Multiple locations available (Please select your preferred venue at the time of booking)

In-House Course: Making, Justifying , and Defending Decisions Masterclass

• Duration: 1-day

• Group Fee: £2,600 (Up to 14 participants)

• Delivery Format: In-person

• Venue: The client is to provide suitable venue/training space

• Catering: Lunch and refreshments (Optional: Provided by client)

• Course Trainer, Travel & Accommodation: No additional charges

• Customisation: Can be tailored to your team’s specific needs at no additional charge

  Note: For larger groups, please contact us for a bespoke quote.

Course Fees

This intensive 1-day master class is designed to elevate the strategic decision-making capabilities of experienced leaders and managers. Moving beyond conventional approaches, this course provides a critical and in-depth exploration of contemporary strategic decision making. Participants will be equipped with the theoretical understanding and practical skills necessary to conceive, plan, execute, and critically appraise strategic decisions for direct application in complex, real-world contexts.

Course Content

This course will critically examine the following pivotal aspects of decision making:

1.Theoretical Foundations: A critical review of classical and contemporary decision-making theories, including rational choice, bounded rationality, and prospect theory

2.Cognitive Biases: An analysis of common biases that undermine effective decision making and strategies for their recognition and mitigation

3.Data-Driven Decisions: An examination of using data analytics and evidence to inform strategic choices, exploring challenges and ethical considerations

4.Uncertainty and Complex Systems: An exploration of decision making within dynamic and uncertain environments, introducing frameworks like scenario planning and adaptive strategies

5.Group Dynamics: An analysis of social and psychological factors influencing group decisions and best practices for leveraging collective intelligence

6.Ethical Dimensions: A critical examination of ethical responsibilities, focusing on stakeholder analysis and integrating principles of corporate social responsibilityg ifecycle.

Making, Justifying, and Defending Decisions Masterclass

2-Day Course

2-Day Course Outline

This 2-day advanced programme builds on foundational strategic decision-making knowledge by deepening critical insight, enhancing complexity thinking, and integrating advanced models for high-stakes decision environments. Participants will actively apply frameworks through case-based simulations and collaborative problem-solving, positioning them to lead with greater foresight, ethical clarity, and adaptive precision.

Course Content

This course will critically examine the following pivotal aspects of decision making:

1. Evolving Paradigms of Strategic Decision-Making:Explore how contemporary and post-modern decision frameworks challenge linear models, including emerging theories of complexity and non-linear systems

2. Advanced Cognitive Influences:Delve into meta-cognitive approaches to uncover deep-rooted mental models and subconscious heuristics that shape strategic reasoning

3. Strategic Insight through Advanced Analytics:Examine how predictive modelling, AI-enhanced decision tools, and visual analytics can support anticipatory leadership and pattern recognition

4. Navigating Volatility through Resilience Thinking:Introduce decision-making approaches rooted in complexity theory, resilience planning, and systems-based scenario testing

5. Power, Politics, and Group Influence:Evaluate the role of influence, hierarchy, and informal power in collective decisions, and develop techniques for facilitative leadership

6. Strategic Ethics in Practice:Move from theory to practice by applying ethical decision frameworks to controversial dilemmas involving multi-stakeholder interests

7. Strategic Foresight and Long-Term Thinking:Engage with foresight methodologies such as horizon scanning, Delphi analysis, and future mapping to anticipate shifts and disruptions

8. Strategic Decision Simulation and Reflection: Participate in immersive decision simulations where participants lead complex cases and critically reflect on their choices and outcomes

What Are The Benefits Of This Course

Upon completion of this course, participants will be able to:

• Critically assess evolving strategic decision-making paradigms by contrasting traditional and emerging approaches relevant to complex environments

• Identify and overcome hidden cognitive distortions by applying reflective techniques to enhance decision-making accuracy

• Utilise advanced data tools and techniques to derive actionable insights and inform evidence-based strategic decisions

• Develop resilient decision-making strategies using complexity-informed frameworks suited for dynamic and uncertain contexts

• Diagnose and respond to political and group dynamics that influence strategic choices within teams and organisations.

• Apply ethical reasoning models to navigate real-world dilemmas and ensure socially responsible strategic outcomes

• Construct foresight-informed strategies that anticipate future disruptions and integrate long-term planning into decision cycles

• Demonstrate integrated decision-making skills through high-level simulations, supported by critical reflection and continuous improvement methods

Set out below are the fees for our 2-day Making, Justifying, and Defending Decisions Masterclass Pricing is available for both individual participants and in-house group sessions. All fees are exclusive of VAT.

Open Course: Making, Justifying, and Defending Decisions Masterclass

• Duration: 2-days

• Individual Fee: £600 per participant

• Delivery Format: In-person

• Catering: Tea and coffee provided (Lunch not provided)

• Venue: Multiple locations available (Please select your preferred venue at the time of booking)

In-House Course: Making, Justifying, and Defending Decisions Masterclass

• Duration: 2-days

• Group Fee: £4,400 (up to 14 participants)

• Delivery Format: In-person

• Venue: The client is to provide suitable venue/training space

• Catering: Lunch and refreshments (Optional: Provided by client)

• Course Trainer, Travel & Accommodation: No additional charges

• Customisation: Can be tailored to your team’s specific needs at no additional charge

• Note: For larger groups, please contact us for a bespoke quote.

Course Fees