Executive Certificate
Problem Solving and Decision Making
Challenge yourself, among other Professionals, on how to lead through complexity.
This professional development course is designed to enhance essential business skills applicable in any industry and organizational setting. Irrespective of their tenure or expertise, "Problem Solving and Decision Making" offers professionals valuable insights to fortify their PSDM skill set, paving the way for continual professional advancement.
The course's objective is to cultivate a structured approach to work, enabling participants to:
- Master independent problem-solving methodologies
- Navigate team dynamics complexity
- Challenge and improve decision-making skills through practical techniques and tools
- Enhance interpersonal and communication proficiencies for impactful leadership.
ELEVATE YOUR EXECUTIVE TOOLKIT WITH PRACTICAL STRATEGIES AND INSIGHTS
Embark on a journey of accelerated growth through hands-on problem-solving and decision-making exercises anchored in real-world cases. This immersive approach empowers professionals to analyze complex scenarios, assume decision-making responsibilities, and implement solutions with more effective confidence.
A strategic approach to problem solving, to put yourself to the test with real situations
- Analysing and defining the situation;
- Structuring and prioritising the problem, using logic trees, issue analysis and pyramid thinking;
- Synthesising appropriate conclusions and recommendations to different stakeholders
MAKE DECISIONS, SUPPORT THEM WITH ANALYSIS AND PRESENT THEM TO EXECUTIVES AND BUSINESS OWNERS
Participants will experience and learn how to leverage on a structured decision-making process, focusing on how to choose between comparable alternatives.
The redundancy of information on the case will allow for the use of techniques on how to collect information, select pieces of it and prioritise.
In the final part of the programme, participants will be asked to synthesise the solutions into memorable messages and to present them to a tough audience in an effective way.
Teamwork: An Asset for Cultivating Independent Decision Making
80% of the programme is based on group work, while simultaneously mastering high-performance techniques essential for driving results in real-world scenarios.

Testimonial
Fabiana BILLONE
Senior HR Generalis
EATON
"I chose ESCP's PSDM Certificate for its focus on problem-solving and decision-making skills, especially in financial contexts. The unique aspect of the course is the knowledgeable and engaging teacher. Working in groups for most of the programme allowed me to learn teamwork techniques effectively. This course provided valuable knowledge on decision-making, teamwork, analysis, and communication, and helped in defining and prioritising problems strategically"

Davide SCHIENA
Business Development Manager for Aerospace, Defense and Mobility
ROBOZE
"The ESCP's PSDM Certificate focuses on equipping professionals with problem-solving methodologies crucial for making timely and impactful decisions in a fast-paced work environment. The course introduces fresh concepts that can be immediately applied in a professional setting. The engaging professor and exceptional colleagues enhance the learning experience. Ample time is given to understand and practically apply concepts, making this course highly relevant for real-world employment."

Your Host
Gianluca Pallini
Affiliate Professor - Turin
Finance and Management
At ESCP Gianluca teaches courses of finance within various programmes as well as in the executive custom education. He also teaches courses on Problem Solving Decision Making and Negotiation.
Besides his academic activity, Gianluca assists entrepreneurs and managers as well as institutions on strategic corporate finance related issues and serves/served as board member/statutory auditor in companies operating in various sectors.
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Professionals
Fees
€4,500
(5 day course)