Master the innovative F.O.C.U.S.E.D. framework to tackle complex business challenges and develop 21st-century global skillsets in this comprehensive course.
Master the innovative F.O.C.U.S.E.D. framework to tackle complex business challenges and develop 21st-century global skillsets in this comprehensive course.
Through this transformative course, you'll learn the F.O.C.U.S.E.D. framework, a proven methodology for addressing complex business challenges. The course combines theoretical foundations with practical applications across multiple disciplines and industries. You'll develop critical 21st-century competencies essential for decision-making in uncertain situations. The curriculum guides you through structured approaches to unstructured problems, teaching you how to learn, unlearn, and relearn effectively. Through carefully designed learning sequences and thought-provoking activities, you'll master techniques for understanding, explaining, and anticipating complexity. The course includes real-world case studies and interactive sessions with industry experts, providing valuable insights into practical applications of the framework.
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What you'll learn
Develop comprehensive understanding of the F.O.C.U.S.E.D. framework for complex problem-solving
Master key questions and prompts within seven framework themes for deeper problem analysis
Learn to balance problem-solving with effective problem-setting
Apply diverse reasoning approaches and logical frameworks to complex challenges
Demonstrate practical application of F.O.C.U.S.E.D. framework in specific disciplinary fields
Skills you'll gain
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There are 3 modules in this course
This comprehensive course introduces the F.O.C.U.S.E.D. framework, a pedagogical innovation designed to help learners tackle complex problems in business and management. The curriculum covers advanced problem-solving techniques, critical thinking skills, and practical applications across various industries. Students learn through a combination of theoretical foundations, real-world case studies, and interactive learning activities. The course emphasizes both problem-solving and problem-setting approaches, teaching learners how to effectively analyze, understand, and address complex challenges in professional settings.
Overview and F.O.C.U.S.E.D. Philosophy
Module 1
Applying the F.O.C.U.S.E.D. framework
Module 2
Applying the F.O.C.U.S.E.D. framework
Module 3
Fee Structure
Instructor
Distinguished Strategy Scholar and Award-Winning Educator
Dr. Robert Wright serves as Associate Professor of Strategy at The Hong Kong Polytechnic University, where he has established himself as a multi-award winning educator and researcher over a 30-year career in tertiary education. His academic credentials include a Ph.D. in Human Resources from The University of Hong Kong, a Master of Industrial Relations from the University of Western Australia, and a Bachelor of Business from Western Australian College of Advanced Education. His scholarly influence is evidenced through his editorial roles, serving as Associate Editor of the Journal of Management Education and on the Editorial Review Boards of prestigious journals including the Academy of Management Learning & Education and Organizational Research Methods. His research excellence was recognized with Best Paper of the Year from the Journal of Management Studies and the Emerald Citations of Excellence Award. Beyond academia, he has maintained strong professional connections as a Life Fellow of the Australian Institute of Management, Fellow of the Hong Kong Institute of Directors, and served on the Executive Council of the Hong Kong Institute of Human Resource Management for 14 years. His expertise has been further enhanced through executive development programs at IMD Switzerland, The Wharton School, and Harvard Business School. Through his innovative FOCUSED framework, he has contributed significantly to teaching and learning initiatives across multiple disciplines and institutions worldwide.
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