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Critical Thinking

Develop your critical thinking skills and gain the ability to analyze complex business problems, make smarter decisions, and communicate your solutions with clarity and persuasion.
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  • Next starting date
    From July 18
  • Format
    Online or on campus
  • Duration
    12 weeks; classes every other week
  • Class length
    3 hours per class
  • Credits
    1.5 GLOBIS MBA credits
  • Certificate awarded
    Certificate of Enrollment
  • Tuition
    JPY 128,000

Course overview

As the pace of change in the business world increases, there is a growing demand for business professionals with the capacity to analyze information and make appropriate decisions rapidly. Moreover, there is a growing need to communicate with diverse audiences, both inside and outside one’s organization. In this course, students will learn to perform critical evaluations with fewer preconceptions and identify new ways of solving problems.

On Days 1 and 2, students will learn the basic skills of thinking, while on Days 3 and 4, they will learn how to think when solving problems, before learning how to think when communicating on Days 5 and 6.

Who should take this course

Critical thinking is a fundamental skill that enables every businessperson to carry out his or her work efficiently and effectively. Whether you feel your skills need an upgrade, or are looking to achieve more at work, this is a course that every businessperson should take, regardless of industry, area of responsibility, or age.

Course content

This course is structured to progressively build your critical thinking skills over six class days.
Classes are held every other week over a three month period, with 2 sessions per class day.

  • Day breakdown
    Day 1
    Critical Thinking
    Day 2
    Consider the Conclusion / Consider the Evidence. Basic Problem-solving Techniques
    Day 3
    How to Think When Solving Problems
    Planet Consulting: Submission to the President
    Day 4
    How to Think When Solving Problems
    Enjoy Glasses Co. Ltd.
    Day 5
    Techniques for Obtaining Support. Tools for Communication
    Planet Consulting: Submission to the President
    Day 6
    Techniques for Gaining Support

Our lecturers

GLOBIS faculty are seasoned business practitioners who bring real-world management experience directly to the classroom. More than just lecturers, they are expert facilitators vetted to challenge your perspective, bring out your inner leader, and bridge the gap between knowing and doing.

Begin your MBA journey, one course at a time

Not ready for a full degree? The Critical Thinking course is offered as part of the Pre-MBA program, which lets you start your journey with individual courses from our MBA curriculum. Gain immediate skills, experience our unique teaching style, and decide if a degree is the right move for your career.

Why study with GLOBIS

  • Practice decision-making with case studies

    At GLOBIS, we challenge you to stop studying leadership and start practicing it. The classroom is your training ground. Through the case study method, you’ll step into the shoes of a CEO to navigate hundreds of actual business scenarios. Guided by faculty with deep industry expertise, you’ll engage in discussions with diverse peers—learning to analyze complex data, gain buy-in, and take decisive action.

  • Prepare for the future of work with Technovate skills

    We believe that in a world of rapid change, traditional business skills are no longer enough. Our Technovate curriculum—a blend of Technology and Innovation—arms you with the mindset to leverage emerging tech for a competitive advantage. You’ll learn to manage tech-driven teams and implement innovative solutions, ensuring you don’t just keep up with change, but drive it.

  • Discover your kokorozashi and lead with purpose

    To lead others, you must first understand your own “why.” Our curriculum is built around kokorozashi—a Japanese concept representing your unique personal mission. Through guided reflection and faculty coaching, we help you align your professional strengths with your personal passions. You’ll graduate with more than a degree; you’ll have a clear, purpose driven path to making a meaningful impact on society.

  • Access Japan’s most powerful business network

    When you join GLOBIS, you gain immediate access to an influential network of over 10,000 alumni and hundreds of corporate partners. As Japan’s largest business school, we foster a collaborative culture where professionals from diverse industries support each other’s growth. Through mentorship, global gatherings, and active alumni clubs, you gain lifelong connections needed to turn your vision into reality—whether in Japan or anywhere in the world.

Experience GLOBIS firsthand

Join our free trial classes and info sessions to experience our interactive teaching style, meet faculty, and gain practical business insights you can apply at work the very next day.

Info Session
現場マネジャーから戦略リーダーへ：日本人卒業生が語る英語MBA体験
英語MBAに興味はあるけど、 「キャリアアップに本当に役立つのだろうか？」 「自分の英語力でついていけるだろうか？」 「仕事や子育てと両立できるだろうか？」 ――そんな疑問や不安をお持ちの方にぴったりな日本語開催のイベントです。

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A step by step guide on how to apply

  • 1
    Submit your application
    Receive your results by email within a few business days.
    Already a Pre-MBA student? Skip to Step 2.
  • 2
    Complete registration
    Follow the instructions provided via email.
  • 3
    Pay the tuition
    Payment is due within two weeks of registration.
  • 4
    Prepare for your first class
    Join the orientation and download your course materials.

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