Strategic Thinking and Problem Solving Training | Riyadh, KSA

In today’s competitive business environment, the ability to solve problems creatively is essential for organizational success and personal growth. Our Creative Problem Solving and Six Thinking Hats Training in Riyadh equips professionals with structured techniques to analyze challenges, generate innovative solutions, and make informed decisions.

Using Dr. Edward de Bono’s Six Thinking Hats methodology, participants learn to approach problems from multiple perspectives, break mental barriers, and foster a culture of innovation. This course is designed for managers, team leaders, entrepreneurs, and aspiring professionals who want to enhance their critical thinking, decision-making, and team collaboration skills.

Learning Outcomes & Benefits

By the end of this training, participants will be able to:

• Apply the Six Thinking Hats framework to address challenges from multiple perspectives.
• Enhance creative and critical thinking skills for both business and personal decision-making.
• Strengthen teamwork and structured communication through guided discussions.
• Identify challenges, uncover opportunities, and generate innovative, actionable solutions.
• Minimize risks by objectively analyzing facts, assumptions, and potential consequences.
• Build a workplace culture that encourages creativity, collaboration, and problem-solving.
• Career Benefits: Gain a competitive edge in leadership, project management, innovation-driven roles, and team facilitation.
  Business Benefits: Improve organizational decision-making, accelerate innovation, and resolve complex challenges efficiently.

Who Should Attend?

• Managers, team leaders, and department heads in Riyadh and Saudi Arabia.
• Business professionals and executives seeking structured problem-solving strategies.
• Entrepreneurs and innovators aiming to implement creative solutions in their organizations.
• Students and early-career professionals looking to develop analytical and leadership skills.
• Corporate teams focused on fostering collaboration and an innovation-driven culture.

Why Choose This Training?

• Expert Trainers: Delivered by certified professionals with real-world industry experience.
• Globally Recognized Method: Based on Edward de Bono’s Six Thinking Hats, used by Fortune 500 companies worldwide.
• Flexible Learning Modes: Available in classroom, online, and blended formats.
• Certification: Earn a recognized certificate to boost professional credibility.
• Corporate Training: Customizable workshops for organizations across Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, and the GCC (Dubai, Abu Dhabi, Sharjah, Oman, Qatar, Bahrain, Kuwait).

Course Outline

Strategic Thinking and Problem Solving Training empowers professionals to analyze situations critically, identify root causes, and design effective, forward-looking solutions. Participants learn structured frameworks and creative problem-solving techniques that enhance decision-making, innovation, and organizational impact.

Day One – Introduction to Creative Problem Solving & Six Thinking Hats

• Importance of creative problem-solving in modern business.
• Overview of the Six Thinking Hats methodology.
• Benefits of structured thinking for decision-making and innovation.

Day Two – Understanding and Applying the Six Thinking Hats

• Detailed exploration of each hat and its problem-solving role.
• Practical exercises for individual and group application.
• Techniques for switching hats effectively during problem analysis.

Day Three – Identifying Problems and Gathering Data

• Recognizing and defining challenges clearly.
• Using the White Hat to gather facts, information, and insights.
• Analyzing data objectively and identifying knowledge gaps. 

Day Four – Generating Creative Solutions

• Stimulating idea generation using structured creativity tools.
• Applying the Green Hat to encourage innovative solutions.
• Brainstorming techniques and real-world examples from Riyadh-based organizations. 

Day Five – Evaluating Solutions and Risks

• Developing a critical mindset for risk assessment.
• Using the Black Hat to identify potential challenges and negative outcomes.
• Balancing risk and opportunity in decision-making. 

Day Six – Focusing on Positivity and Opportunities

• Identifying advantages and potential benefits of solutions.
• Using the Yellow Hat to promote optimism and constructive thinking.
• Evaluating solutions for maximum organizational impact. 

Day Seven – Decision-Making and Implementation

• Using the Blue Hat to manage problem-solving processes and decisions.
• Planning, implementing, and monitoring solutions effectively.
• Tools to review outcomes and continuously improve decisions. 

Day Eight – Practical Application & Fostering a Problem-Solving Culture

• Applying Six Thinking Hats to real-life workplace scenarios.
• Developing personalized action plans for sustainable problem-solving.
• Strategies to build a creative, collaborative, and innovation-focused culture within teams and organizations.

Methodology

This program uses a blended experiential approach combining interactive lectures, group exercises, real-world case studies, and reflective activities. Participants actively practice each hat in practical problem-solving scenarios, which reinforces learning and ensures immediate workplace application. The course emphasizes measurable outcomes, personalized action plans, and continuous improvement to create a culture of creativity and effective decision-making in organizations.