Applied Critical Thinking
6 Credits (ECTS)
Applied Critical Thinking
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Module Description
Thoughts are with us all the time, it is not easy to switch off one’s thoughts since every waking moment human beings are going through a thinking process.
Thoughts can be constructive and destructive, thoughts can drive us on how we act, therefore learning how to control and sift through thought is important for everyone especially a person in a managerial position.
Therefore understanding the way one thinks and the way one organises thoughts is crucial to be able to do informed organised decision and to solve problems effectively.
Entry Requirements
Candidates who apply for this course must possess:
- a qualification at MQF Level 4 (one ‘A’ Level or equivalent in any subject)
AND
- a pass in English* and Mathematics at MQF Level 3 (‘O’ Level or equivalent).
Preference is given to applicants having a year of work experience related to the field of study.
*Students whose first language is not English will be required to demonstrate evidence of an adequate level of English proficiency.
Target Audience
This course is targeted at people who wish to have a thorough background in management in order to progress further in their careers, such as:
- Supervisors
- Coordinators
- Assistant Managers
- Junior Managers
- Middle Managers
- Project Coordinators/ Project Managers
The target group can also be extended to groups that have significant management experience but lack a formal qualification, such as managing directors and officers.
Career Paths
The programme aims to help you progress from first–level supervisory positions to higher managerial roles such as:
- Manager
- Senior Manager
- Head of Department
- Director etc. of any organisation both in the private and public sector.
How you’ll be assessed
The course comprises:
- Evening classes for part-time courses.
- Classes held throughout the day for full-time courses.
- Guided learning, presentations, comprising synchronous online discussions, tutorials and/or videos.
- Self-study hours comprising research, reading and assignment work.
Assessment
Assessment is carried out via two mandatory components:
- Modular Assessment
- Summative Assessment
The programme includes different forms of assessment which allow for and promote students’ critical engagement. The formative and summative assessment tasks may include an in-class assignment and/or a home-based written assignment using diverse assessment tools which may take the form of online and in-class discussions, examinations, case studies, reports, proposals, essays, and presentations, etc., as applicable to the diverse modules.
Additional Info
Upon successful completion of this course, students will be eligible for a 70% refund of the cost through the ‘Get Qualified’ scheme.**
Due to the modular structure of the course, you may also opt to take individual modules as stand-alone. The entry requirements still apply.***
*Prices are applicable to students who reside in Malta at the time of applying.
Learning Outcomes
Competences:
At the end of the module/unit the learner will have acquired the responsibility and autonomy to:
- Determine the attitudes and skills required to think critically.
- Evaluate a given situation and determine the way critical thinking improves own execution of the task.
- Appraise own thoughts to ensure that the decision to be taken in ethical and moral.
- Build own critical thinking skills to enhance own ability at problem solving and decision making.
- Work more effectively with information and interpret it accurately.
Knowledge:
At the end of the module/unit the learner will have been exposed to the following:
- Introduction to Critical Thinking.
- The Tools and Processes of Thinking.
- Familiarisation with Thinking Skills.
- Structure of Thinking and Arguments.
- Methods and Execution of Problem Solving.
- Ethics and Morality.
- Theories of the Great Greek Thinkers with regards to critical thinkers.
- The Traditionalist.
- Virtue Ethics.
- Critical Thinking Skills.
- From Critical to Creative Thinking.
- Mind Mapping.
- Brain Awareness in relation to Critical Thinking.
- The Power of Thought – Language and Thought.
- The Roles of Emotions in Thinking.
Skills:
At the end of the module/unit the learner will have acquired the following skills:
- Use the 4 level of thought when faced with a business situation that requires a decision.
- Practice critical thinking to improve and enhance own thinking skills.
- Follow an established thinking process to critically evaluate a situation or decision.
- Employ virtue as a tool for success in life.
- Formulate own thoughts to have a clear picture and remove clutter.
- Practice in brainstorming activities for a creative flow of thoughts.
- Use a mind map as an organisational thinking tool.
Judgment Skills and Critical Abilities:
The learner will be able to:
- Identify the different types of thinking that one goes through in a given situation.
- Assess own thought to determine the way tradition impinges on the thinking process.
- Examine own self to become more familiar with own potentials and weaknesses.
- Evaluating evidence for and from alternative points of view.
- Recognise techniques used to add persuasive force in an argument.
- Determine the relationship between language and thought.
Module-Specific Communication Skills:
The learner will be able to:
- Define the term critical thinking and its importance as a skill in management.
- Illustrate the way the theories of the great Greek critical thinkers still apply and are relevant today.
- Explain the way good critical thinking skills can benefit one in a management position.
- Present a point of view in a convincing way to win a debate, argument or discussion.
- Explain the difference between data and information and how both aid in forming informed organised critical thinking.
Module-Specific Digital Skills and Competences:
The learner will be able to:
- Navigate through the online learning platform to benefit from assignments, discussion boards, literature, tutorials etc.