Introduction
Practical wisdom is an essential skill for decision-makers in all industries. It involves being able to navigate complex situations with sound judgment and ethical reasoning. This training program aims to help managers develop practical wisdom by providing them with tools and strategies for decision-making.
Methodologies
This training program will use a combination of lectures, case studies, group discussions, and interactive exercises to facilitate learning. Participants will be encouraged to apply the concepts learned to real-world scenarios.
Target Audience
This training program is designed for managers at all levels who want to improve their decision-making skills. It is suitable for those in both profit and non-profit organizations.
Objectives
By the end of this training program, participants should be able to:
- Understand the concept of practical wisdom and its role in decision-making
- Identify and analyze ethical dilemmas in decision-making
- Use different decision-making frameworks and models
- Develop a personal code of ethics
- Apply practical wisdom to real-world scenarios
Course Outline
Day 1: Understanding Practical Wisdom
- Definition and characteristics of practical wisdom
- Importance of practical wisdom in decision-making
- Case studies of practical wisdom in action
Day 2: Ethics and Decision-Making
- Understanding ethical frameworks
- Identifying ethical dilemmas in decision-making
- Analyzing ethical dilemmas
Day 3: Decision-Making Models
- Different decision-making models (rational, intuitive, incremental, etc.)
- Pros and cons of each model
- Choosing the appropriate model for different situations
Day 4: Developing a Personal Code of Ethics
- Identifying personal values and ethical principles
- Developing a code of ethics
- Applying the code of ethics to decision-making scenarios
Day 5: Applying Practical Wisdom
- Applying practical wisdom to real-world scenarios
- Identifying biases in decision-making
- Strategies for overcoming biases
- Evaluating decision-making outcomes
About Barcelona
Barcelona, the main city of Catalonia on Spain's east coast, is known for its fantastic weather and proud local culture. It is also Spain's second largest city and has all the cosmopolitan trappings you would expect. Among Barcelona's many attractions are the delicious seafood, stunning architecture and vibrant atmosphere. It began life as a Roman city and has remained important ever since. Today, it is a buzzing city offering more than enough reasons to look for flights to Barcelona. Between UNESCO World Heritage Sites, famous sports teams plus great food, there's no shortage of ways to amuse oneself.
Things to do and places to visit in Barcelona
Barcelona really does have something for everyone. The attractions of Barcelona include beautiful beaches to relax on, almost endless historical locations to explore, all the shops you could ever wish for, one of the world's most admired football clubs and world-class eateries - you may never want to leave. Luckily, with so much to do the city's compactness makes it easy to explore. Simply wandering through the streets is a great way to soak up the atmosphere.
Just some of the great things to do in Barcelona include:
- Marvel at Gaudi's masterwork, the Sagrada Familia.
- Sample the wide range of tapas in Barcelona's bars.
- See the somewhat surreal architecture of Antoni Gaudi.
- Wander through Park Guell, which offers great views over the city and out to sea.
- See the Cubist master’s early work in the Picasso Museum.
- Get lost in the winding streets of the Gothic Quarter, known locally as the Barri Gotic.
- Browse the upmarket shops along the Passeig de Gracia.
- Soak up the tranquil atmosphere in the Cathedral of the Sea.
- Watch the silky skills of FC Barcelona in a game at the Camp Nou.
- Enjoy authentic paella with fresh seafood.
- Climb Montjuic for spectacular views.