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Leadership & Management

Certificate in Business Decision Models

Effective decision-making is critical for business success, especially in environments shaped by uncertainty, competition, and rapid change.

5 days Classroom or live online English
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Why attend

From knowledge to real-world impact.

Leaders and professionals need structured models that improve judgment, reduce risk, and support better outcomes. This course provides participants with practical decision-making frameworks, analytical tools, financial evaluation methods, and implementation techniques to make smarter business decisions.

Workplace challenges

Professional Problems This Course Is Designed to Solve

The programme explores practical approaches to the following challenges. Results depend on how the learning is applied in your organisation.

  • Difficulty translating subject knowledge into practical workplace decisions.
  • Inconsistent approaches to the activities covered in the course outline.
  • Lack of a structured plan for applying and reviewing new skills.
Course methodology

How you will learn.

This course uses an interactive and practical approach through presentations, case studies, group discussions, decision simulations, analytical exercises, financial calculations, and real workplace examples.

Course objectives

What you'll take away.

  • Understand core principles of business decision-making
  • Apply structured decision-making models
  • Use data to support informed decisions
  • Evaluate stakeholder reactions and organizational politics
  • Apply risk-based decision tools
  • Use financial models for investment decisions
  • Implement decisions successfully and monitor results
  • Improve confidence and consistency in decision-making
Target audience

Who should attend.

  • Managers and Supervisors
  • Team Leaders
  • Business Analysts
  • Project Managers
  • Finance Professionals
  • Strategy and Planning Staff
  • Anyone involved in business decisions and problem-solving
Target competencies

Capabilities you will build.

  • Decision-Making
  • Analytical Thinking
  • Risk Assessment
  • Financial Evaluation
  • Strategic Thinking
  • Problem Solving
  • Stakeholder Management
  • Performance Improvement
Course outline

Your learning journey.

A focused, practical outline with time to explore, apply and reflect.

Day 1Principles of Effective Decision Making

  1. 09:00–09:39The principles of decision making
  2. 09:39–10:17Decision-making assessment
  3. 10:17–11:00The standard decision-making model
  4. 11:00–11:30Coffee break
  5. 11:30–12:04The decision-making spectrum
  6. 12:04–12:43Townsend’s rules
  7. 12:43–13:21The RAPID model
  8. 13:21–14:00Building confidence in decision processes

Day 2Using Data for Better and Informed Decisions

  1. 09:00–09:45Using data for better and informed decisions
  2. 09:45–10:30Lewin’s force field analysis of support and opposition
  3. 10:30–11:00Scenario analysis and charting possible futures
  4. 11:00–11:30Coffee break
  5. 11:30–11:45Scenario analysis and charting possible futures (continued)
  6. 11:45–12:30Mapping stakeholders’ reactions
  7. 12:30–13:15Dealing with the politics of decisions
  8. 13:15–14:00Case study and group discussion

Day 3Risk-Based Decision Making

  1. 09:00–09:45Risk-based decision making concepts
  2. 09:45–10:30Risk impact/probability chart
  3. 10:30–11:00Characteristics of the risk/impact probability chart
  4. 11:00–11:30Coffee break
  5. 11:30–11:45Characteristics of the risk/impact probability chart (continued)
  6. 11:45–12:30Decision tree analysis
  7. 12:30–13:15Decision tree analysis implementation steps
  8. 13:15–14:00Application exercises on business risks

Day 4Financial Literacy for Decision Makers

  1. 09:00–09:39Financial literacy for decision makers
  2. 09:39–10:17Capital budgeting and cost of capital
  3. 10:17–11:00Accounting Rate of Return (ARR)
  4. 11:00–11:30Coffee break
  5. 11:30–12:04Payback Period (PP)
  6. 12:04–12:43Net Present Value (NPV)
  7. 12:43–13:21Internal Rate of Return (IRR)
  8. 13:21–14:00Comparing financial decision alternatives

Day 5Implementing Your Decisions Successfully

  1. 09:00–09:39Implementing your decisions successfully
  2. 09:39–10:17Round’s Trap model
  3. 10:17–11:00How to use it
  4. 11:00–11:30Coffee break
  5. 11:30–12:04Shewhart’s PDCA model
  6. 12:04–12:43How to use it
  7. 12:43–13:21Application exercise
  8. 13:21–14:00Lessons learned and action planning

The timings provided are estimates and may vary depending on the number of participants and the discussions taking place during the sessions. They are indicative only and do not constitute a binding commitment.

Dates & venues

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Dubai 9 Nov - 13 Nov 2026
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Online Live virtual classroom 9 Nov - 13 Nov 2026
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£1,250.-Register
Frankfurt 23 Nov - 27 Nov 2026
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£2,650.-Register
Online Live virtual classroom 23 Nov - 27 Nov 2026
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£1,250.-Register
Kuala Lumpur 7 Dec - 11 Dec 2026
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£1,450.-Register
Online Live virtual classroom 7 Dec - 11 Dec 2026
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£1,250.-Register
Paris 14 Dec - 18 Dec 2026
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£2,860.-Register
Online Live virtual classroom 14 Dec - 18 Dec 2026
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Istanbul 11 Jan - 15 Jan 2027
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£2,650.-Register
Online Live virtual classroom 11 Jan - 15 Jan 2027
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Amsterdam 25 Jan - 29 Jan 2027
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Online Live virtual classroom 25 Jan - 29 Jan 2027
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Cape Town 1 Feb - 5 Feb 2027
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Online Live virtual classroom 1 Feb - 5 Feb 2027
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Singapore 8 Feb - 12 Feb 2027
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Online Live virtual classroom 8 Feb - 12 Feb 2027
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London 22 Feb - 26 Feb 2027
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Online Live virtual classroom 22 Feb - 26 Feb 2027
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Dubai 8 Mar - 12 Mar 2027
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Online Live virtual classroom 8 Mar - 12 Mar 2027
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Frankfurt 22 Mar - 26 Mar 2027
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Online Live virtual classroom 22 Mar - 26 Mar 2027
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Barcelona 29 Mar - 2 Apr 2027
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Online Live virtual classroom 29 Mar - 2 Apr 2027
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Kuala Lumpur 12 Apr - 16 Apr 2027
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Online Live virtual classroom 12 Apr - 16 Apr 2027
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Paris 26 Apr - 30 Apr 2027
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Online Live virtual classroom 26 Apr - 30 Apr 2027
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Istanbul 10 May - 14 May 2027
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Online Live virtual classroom 10 May - 14 May 2027
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Amsterdam 24 May - 28 May 2027
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Online Live virtual classroom 24 May - 28 May 2027
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Rome 31 May - 4 Jun 2027
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Online Live virtual classroom 31 May - 4 Jun 2027
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Singapore 14 Jun - 18 Jun 2027
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Online Live virtual classroom 14 Jun - 18 Jun 2027
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London 21 Jun - 25 Jun 2027
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Online Live virtual classroom 21 Jun - 25 Jun 2027
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Dubai 12 Jul - 16 Jul 2027
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Online Live virtual classroom 12 Jul - 16 Jul 2027
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Frankfurt 26 Jul - 30 Jul 2027
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Online Live virtual classroom 26 Jul - 30 Jul 2027
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Cape Town 2 Aug - 6 Aug 2027
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Online Live virtual classroom 2 Aug - 6 Aug 2027
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Kuala Lumpur 9 Aug - 13 Aug 2027
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Online Live virtual classroom 9 Aug - 13 Aug 2027
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Paris 23 Aug - 27 Aug 2027
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Online Live virtual classroom 23 Aug - 27 Aug 2027
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Istanbul 13 Sept - 17 Sept 2027
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Online Live virtual classroom 13 Sept - 17 Sept 2027
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Amsterdam 20 Sept - 24 Sept 2027
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Online Live virtual classroom 20 Sept - 24 Sept 2027
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Rome 27 Sept - 1 Oct 2027
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Online Live virtual classroom 27 Sept - 1 Oct 2027
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Singapore 11 Oct - 15 Oct 2027
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Online Live virtual classroom 11 Oct - 15 Oct 2027
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London 25 Oct - 29 Oct 2027
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£2,450.-Register
Online Live virtual classroom 25 Oct - 29 Oct 2027
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Dubai 8 Nov - 12 Nov 2027
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Online Live virtual classroom 8 Nov - 12 Nov 2027
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Frankfurt 22 Nov - 26 Nov 2027
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Online Live virtual classroom 22 Nov - 26 Nov 2027
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Vienna 29 Nov - 3 Dec 2027
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Online Live virtual classroom 29 Nov - 3 Dec 2027
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Kuala Lumpur 6 Dec - 10 Dec 2027
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Online Live virtual classroom 6 Dec - 10 Dec 2027
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Paris 13 Dec - 17 Dec 2027
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Online Live virtual classroom 13 Dec - 17 Dec 2027
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Good to know

A few things to know.

How is the course delivered?

Our classroom programmes combine facilitated discussion, case studies, exercises and reflection. The precise format will be confirmed before enrolment.

Can you deliver this programme for our team?

Yes, you can enquire about a tailored programme. Share your goals, group size and preferred dates with our learning team.

Will I receive a certificate?

Participants who complete the programme receive a Smart Horizon UK certificate of attendance. Smart Horizon UK programmes are not externally accredited and do not award a professional qualification, licence or designation. Where a course title or outline refers to a professional certification (for example, AACE International's Certified Cost Professional), the programme supports learning and preparation only; the credential itself is awarded solely by the relevant professional body under its own application and examination requirements.

What should I confirm before booking travel?

Please confirm the session, exact venue, accessibility arrangements, fees and any visa requirements with the team before arranging travel. Tentative dates are not confirmed sessions.

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