Critical Thinking
At a glance
Course Overview
As the pace of change in the business world increases, there is a growing demand for business professionals with the capacity to analyze information and make appropriate decisions rapidly. Moreover, there is a growing need to communicate with diverse audiences, both inside and outside one’s organization. In this course, students will learn to perform critical evaluations with fewer preconceptions and identify new ways of solving problems. On Days 1 and 2, students will learn the basic skills of thinking, while on Days 3 and 4, they will learn how to think when solving problems, before learning how to think when communicating on Days 5 and 6.
Who should take this course?
Critical thinking is a fundamental skill that enables every businessperson to carry out his or her work efficiently and effectively. Whether you feel your skills need an upgrade, or are looking to achieve more at work, this is a course that every businessperson should take, regardless of industry, area of responsibility, or age.
Course Content
Day 1
Critical Thinking
Day 2
Forming Impactful Opinions / Capturing and Structuring Information
Day 3
How to Think When Solving Problems
CASE: Planet Consulting: Submission to the President
Day 4
How to Think When Solving Problems
CASE: Enjoy Glasses Co. Ltd.
Day 5
Techniques for Obtaining Support. Tools for Communication
CASE: Planet Consulting: Submission to the President
Day 6
Techniques for Gaining Support
Class Schedule
January 2027 Term
| Session | Date | Day | Time | Format |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Day 1 | January 9, 2027 | Saturday | 9:00 - 12:00 (PHT) | Online |
| Day 2 | January 23, 2027 | Saturday | Online | |
| Day 3 | February 6, 2027 | Saturday | Online | |
| Day 4 | February 20, 2027 | Saturday | Hybrid: Online/In-person | |
| Day 5 | March 6, 2027 | Saturday | Online | |
| Day 6 | March 20, 2027 | Saturday | Hybrid: Online/In-person |
About hybrid online/in-person classes:
All class sessions can be joined online.
In-person sessions will take place at a hotel in Taguig, Metro Manila (exact location to be shared with students). Enjoy complimentary food, beverages, and study materials if you are participating on-site. There is a lunch gathering after class, care of GLOBIS.
Lecturer
Alex Scharf
Director, GLOBIS CorporationAlex Scharf is the product director for GLOBIS Unlimited, an online learning platform focused on business content that has been used by over 150 companies globally, with learners from more than 50 countries. Before launching GLOBIS Unlimited, Alex launched GLOBIS’s Online MBA program, the first 100% live online MBA from an accredited institution in Asia. Alex serves on the board of directors at GLOBIS USA Inc., based in San Francisco, California.
Alex has lived in Japan for more than ten years, working in local government, technology, and education. He is fluent in Japanese and holds degrees from the University of Washington and Oregon State University. He has also completed certificate programs at Harvard Business School and INSEAD.
Education:
BA, International Studies, University of Washington
BS, Computer Science, Oregon State University
MS, Data Science, University of Illinois
Extracurricular Activities
Apart from the 6 sessions (18 hours) of learning above, the course also includes extracurricular activities such as study sessions, seminars, keynote speaker sessions, and networking opportunities with GLOBIS’s global network.
Study Sessions
Proper preparation and reflection are key to a successful learning journey at GLOBIS Manila. Join study sessions with other professionals to review what you have learned from the previous session, prepare for the next one, and share how you have been applying your takeaways at work.
Seminars
As part of the GLOBIS community, gain access to a number of workshops, panel discussions, and seminars both online and on-site held by GLOBIS University. Expose yourself to a variety of topics covering the latest advances in AI, robotics, startups, and much more.
Executive Keynote Speaker Sessions
To take practical learning to another level, GLOBIS Manila invites corporate executives based in the Philippines who are experts in their related fields to sit down with our Pre-MBA participants in a roundtable setting. Gain firsthand knowledge and insights about global business practices and discuss a variety of business topics taking place in the Philippines, Japan, or worldwide.
Networking Events
GLOBIS holds regular networking events to connect different course participants and campuses with each other. Tap into the extensive network Japan’s largest business school has to offer, obtain inspiration and connections from fellow professionals and lecturers, and find new life-long friends on a global scale.