LinkedIn Learning March Spotlight: Learn to Think & Solve
At UIC, March is about embracing challenges and sharpening your problem-solving skills. This month, we highlight LinkedIn Learning courses that focus on analytical thinking, creative reasoning, and innovative approaches to tackling obstacles. Whether you’re navigating academic hurdles or preparing for future career opportunities, these courses offer tools to think critically and approach challenges with confidence. Empower yourself to solve problems effectively and make smarter decisions with LinkedIn Learning this March.
Critical Thinking
Sharpen your decision-making with critical thinking skills. Learn to break down complex issues, craft effective problem statements, and focus on key questions to uncover core challenges. Apply tools like the 5 Whys, 7 So Whats, and the 80/20 rule to identify root causes and drive better outcomes. Gain strategies to foster critical thinking within your team, ensuring thoughtful decisions and proactive problem-solving in any role.
Problem-Solving Techniques
Enhance your problem-solving skills with practical techniques to identify root causes, generate creative solutions, and evaluate options effectively. Learn methods like the five whys, decision trees, and risk analysis to select the best solutions. Gain insights into brainstorming, mind mapping, and considering implementation strategies to address challenges in business and data analysis, as well as higher education roles.
Decision-Making Strategies
Strengthen your decision-making skills with strategies to improve quality and speed. Explore various decision-making styles, from autocratic to consensus-based, and learn when to apply each. Gain insights into participatory approaches, using the RACI matrix for clarity, and managing risk and ambiguity. Master a structured decision-making cycle to make informed choices with greater stakeholder support.
Solving Business Problems
Develop the skills to tackle business challenges effectively with this course. Learn to define problems clearly, break them into manageable parts, and generate solutions. Use tools like the 2×2 matrix to prioritize options, analyze feasibility, and make actionable, fact-based recommendations. Gain insights into avoiding common problem-solving pitfalls to navigate uncertainty and drive organizational success.
Develop Critical Thinking, Decision-Making, and Problem-Solving Skills
Enhance your critical thinking to make smarter decisions and solve problems effectively. Learn to question assumptions, apply sound reasoning, and break down complex issues into manageable steps. Develop the ability to ask insightful questions, think through problems thoroughly, and improve judgment in challenging situations.
Access LinkedIn Learning
Access these courses and many, many more available to you for on-demand, self-paced learning opportunities. Access classes on technology, business, and more! Login to LinkedIn Learning today with your UIC NetID and password.