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MLC 105 - The Six Hats and Lateral Thinking
| Code | Start Date | Duration | Venue | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| MLC 105 | 23 June 2025 | 5 Days | Istanbul | Registration Form Link |
| MLC 105 | 21 July 2025 | 5 Days | Cairo | Registration Form Link |
| MLC 105 | 18 August 2025 | 5 Days | Kuala Lumpur | Registration Form Link |
| MLC 105 | 15 September 2025 | 5 Days | Istanbul | Registration Form Link |
| MLC 105 | 13 October 2025 | 5 Days | Muscat | Registration Form Link |
| MLC 105 | 10 November 2025 | 5 Days | Istanbul | Registration Form Link |
| MLC 105 | 01 December 2025 | 5 Days | Istanbul | Registration Form Link |
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Course Description
This course introduces participants to Edward de Bono's Six Thinking Hats and lateral thinking techniques. The course aims to equip participants with structured thinking tools and creative problem-solving strategies. By combining both methods, participants will develop skills to generate innovative solutions, improve decision-making processes, and enhance overall creativity.
Course Objectives
- Understand and apply the Six Thinking Hats for structured and effective thinking
- Explore lateral thinking techniques to foster creativity and challenge conventional problem-solving
- Learn to integrate the Six Thinking Hats with lateral thinking for dynamic and innovative solutions
- Develop a strategic mindset to solve complex problems creatively and effectively
- Build the habit of using structured thinking and lateral thinking in daily decision-making
Who Should Attend?
- Executives
- Managers
- Supervisors
- Anyone who intends to increase his thinking capabilities and enrich their cognitive toolkit.
Course Details/Schedule
Day 1
- The importance of creativity in problem-solving
- The difference between vertical and lateral thinking
- Lateral thinking and its role in unlocking new ideas
- Benefits of lateral thinking in overcoming conventional problem-solving limitations
- Techniques for stimulating lateral thinking
Day 2
- Overview of Edward de Bono’s Six Thinking Hats
- Explanation of each of the Six Hats
- When and why each hat should be used
- Benefits of structured thinking using the Six Hats
Day 3
- Mastering the role of each hat in a thinking process
- Thinking styles of each hat and their purpose
- Strategies for switching between hats in group settings
- The importance of balance and perspective in group decision-making using the Six Hats
- How to create an environment that encourages the use of all Six Hats
Day 4
- Introduction to key lateral thinking techniques
- Random Entry
- Provocation (Po)
- Challenging Assumptions
- Reversal Thinking
- Alternative Solutions
- Practical applications of each lateral thinking technique
- How to apply lateral thinking in diverse situations
Day 5
- The synergy between the Six Thinking Hats and lateral thinking
- Combining structured thinking (Six Hats) with creative thinking (lateral thinking)
- Practical strategies for alternating between the Six Hats and lateral thinking techniques
- Developing the ability to approach problems from multiple perspectives
- Final thoughts on integrating these thinking tools into personal and professional life
