In today’s fast-paced and complex workplaces, successful leaders need more than instincts: they need structure, clarity, and the ability to think critically under pressure. In this course, you’ll step into the role of a leader at a fictional company, Solvex, and learn how to diagnose problems, prioritise effectively, and develop evidence-informed recommendations using structured tools and responsible AI support.
Leadership Problem-Solving with AI: Think Like a Leader
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at 10 hours a week
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What you'll learn
Use frameworks like SWOT, 5 Whys, and the Fishbone Diagram to analyse and solve leadership challenges.
Apply AI tools critically and responsibly to support structured thinking, insight generation, and strategic communication.
Develop and justify strategic recommendations with clarity, confidence, and audience awareness.
Skills you'll gain
- Systems Thinking
- Complex Problem Solving
- Data Ethics
- Business Leadership
- Initiative and Leadership
- Prioritization
- Strategic Decision-Making
- Critical Thinking
- Leadership
- Decision Making
- Responsible AI
- Artificial Intelligence
- Strategic Leadership
- Root Cause Analysis
- Business Ethics
- Analytical Skills
- Critical Thinking and Problem Solving
- Stakeholder Communications
- Leadership Development
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November 2025
Taught in English
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There are 4 modules in this course
In this module, you’ll step into your new leadership role at Solvex, a fictional company facing complexity, unclear expectations, and high strategic stakes. You’ll explore a workplace scenario that mirrors real leadership challenges and begin building a structured, AI-supported approach to problem solving. By the end, you’ll understand your role, your challenge, and how to set yourself up for success in the journey ahead.
What's included
1 video3 readings1 assignment1 plugin
Strong leadership begins with clarity, not just about what’s happening, but why. In this module, you’ll learn how to gather, interpret, and evaluate information in complex environments. You’ll explore how to surface useful insights from a range of sources, use systems thinking to understand deeper patterns, and apply structured tools like SWOT analysis to make sense of ambiguity. Along the way, you’ll learn how to use AI tools as strategic thinking partners without compromising data security or critical judgement.
What's included
4 videos5 readings1 assignment6 plugins
In complex organisations, problems often have hidden causes and even when those causes are clear, deciding what to tackle first isn’t always straightforward. This module helps you move from vague problem descriptions to structured thinking and decisive leadership. You’ll learn how to use root cause analysis tools like the 5 Whys and the Fishbone Diagram to diagnose what's really going on. Then, you'll explore how to prioritise effectively using the Importance-Urgency Matrix. Finally, you’ll see how AI tools can support your thinking, help surface blind spots, and enhance your productivity, if you guide them with clarity and purpose. This module is about sharpening your analysis, thinking strategically, and choosing what matters most.
What's included
4 videos4 readings1 assignment5 plugins
In this module, you will move from analysis to action. You’ve diagnosed the root causes of a business challenge, now it’s time to generate, evaluate, and justify solutions. You’ll learn how to use AI tools not just for ideation, but as strategic partners that sharpen your thinking and help you craft high-impact recommendations. Through real-world practice, reflection, and interactive activities, you’ll develop the confidence to not only propose solutions but to back them up with evidence, logic, and leadership clarity.
What's included
3 videos6 readings1 assignment1 peer review4 plugins
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