# Event Details - **Event Name**: Critical Thinking - **Event Start and End Date**: Thu, 07 May, 2026 at 09:00 am – Thu, 02 Jul, 2026 at 09:00 am (+10:00) - **Event Description**: Participants will be able to analyze and assess problems accurately, evaluate alternative solutions, and anticipate likely risks.About this EventArea of Interest: Capability SystemsCourse Summary"Critical thinking is the intellectually disciplined process of actively and skillfully conceptualizing, applying, analyzing, synthesizing, and/or evaluating information as a guide to belief and action." Critical thinking is the foundation of effective problem solving and decision making and enables us to avoid common obstacles, test our beliefs and assumptions, and correct distortions in our thought processes.Critical Thinking short course strengthens your ability to objectively analyze and assess problems accurately, evaluate alternative solutions, and anticipate likely risks. Learn a range of proven tools and techniques readily transferable on the job to identify challenges and respond to them in a structured and considered manner. Gain practical guidance on implementing these skills in your workplace to pressure test ideas quickly and constructively.Duration: 1 DayDelivery Mode: On-campus and remote. You choose how you would like to attend.View Full Course DetailsCourse ContentIntroduction to Critical Thinking and Benefits of critical thinking in the workplaceCritical thinking as a management skillDifferent thinking stylesThe Critical Thinking ProcessLightweight tools and resources to bring critical thinking to your everyday jobHuman influential factors on decision-making process and how to avoid themLearning Outcomes Understand the fundamentals of critical thinking and why it mattersIdentify, analyze, and evaluate different perspectives about a problem and solutionsRecognize unstated assumptions, cognitive biases and heuristics as well as tactics to overcome themBetter define the causes of problems before they occur and learn to leverage creativity in assisting with problem-solvingApply systematic reflective practice to examine and update your assumptions continually.Apply a range of methods for bringing critical thinking to your problem-solving activitiesWho should attend The critical thinking course is for any member or leader in Defence, Industry and Government groups. World Economic Forum identified complex problem solving and critical thinking as the top 2 skills needed for the future of work and vital for success. The content in this course can be applied to a range of problem-solving situations, from team management and public services decisions to the defence and industry sectors.What will you receiveUNSW Canberra certificate of completion/attendance Masters credit: UNSW Canberra allows students who have successfully completed a minimum of 12 days of approved professional education courses to use those courses as credit in eligible postgraduate programs.  Prerequisite: There is no prerequisite for this courseFor further information on our Problem Solving Essentials course listings, please click here. https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events5/banners/0cfd5db0-c459-11f0-99e0-53dea6c953a2-rimg-w932-h740-dc4b472e-gmir.jpg Instructors Dr. Fateme Zare, Associate Fellow of the Higher Education Academy (AFHEA)Dr. Fateme Zare is a researcher at the University of New South Wales Canberra and an Associate Fellow of the Higher Education Academy (AFHEA). Fateme has more than 10 years of research, teaching and practical experience in model-based decision support processes using Systems Thinking and critical thinking with a focus on the integration of human–natural systems modelling. She has substantial experience in participatory, transdisciplinary and complex research. She has studied the integration of different aspects of problem-solving and modelling. One aspect of her research focuses on using different methodology and techniques to develop a comprehensive problem definition in integrated, interconnected, and complex human-natural systems. Social aspects of the decision-making and human aspect of the process are critical to the structure and evaluate decision support processes and enhance complex systems' robustness. - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/reid/critical-thinking/100001964790413016 - **Event Categories**: workshops, nonprofit, business - **Slot details of has slots**: - **Interested Audience**: - total_interested_count: 0 ## Ticket Details - **Ticket Price Range**: min: 1100, max: 1100, currency: AUD ## Event venue details - **city**: Reid - **state**: CT - **country**: Australia - **location**: UNSW Canberra City Campus - **lat**: -35.286837 - **long**: 149.1379935 - **full address**: UNSW Canberra City Campus, 37 Constitution Avenue, Reid, Australia ## Event gallery - **Alt text**: Critical Thinking - **Image URL**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events4/banners/e41d7853978f5a75e221a187babfedce930ca092bb5c949900acbaa7ce8dafa8-rimg-w1200-h600-dcfddd00-gmir.jpg?v=1763454740 ## FAQs - **Q**: When and where is Critical Thinking being held? - **A:** Critical Thinking takes place on Thu, 07 May, 2026 at 09:00 am to Thu, 02 Jul, 2026 at 09:00 am at UNSW Canberra City Campus, 37 Constitution Avenue, Reid, Australia. - **Q**: How much do tickets cost for Critical Thinking? - **A:** Tickets for Critical Thinking are priced at AUD 1,100 per person. Here's a full breakdown of available ticket types:Ticket TypePriceAvailabilityGeneral AdmissionAUD 1,100Available - **Q**: Who is organizing Critical Thinking? - **A:** Critical Thinking is organized by UNSW Canberra Professional Education Courses. - **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me? - **A:** Critical Thinking is ideal for curious learners, students, and skill-builders looking to gain hands-on knowledge and practical expertise in a focused, interactive setting. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast in Reid, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. 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