Centre for Critical Thinking

CENTRE FOR CRITICAL THINKING IN LEADERSHIP

A unique centre that concentrates
on advancing critical thinking

A 2017 study conducted by the Council for Aid to Education (CAE) using the Collegiate Learning Assessment (CLA+) found that only 6% of college seniors demonstrated "proficient" levels in critical thinking, analytical reasoning, problem-solving, and writing skills.

A 2018 report by the Global Talent Index (GTI) revealed that only 55% of employees were perceived by their employers as possessing strong critical thinking skills. This finding underscores a substantial disparity between the critical importance of these skills and the level of competence exhibited by employees in the workplace.

These and several other studies suggest that, while critical thinking is highly prized in the workplace, there is a noticeable gap between the demand for these skills and the actual proficiency employees demonstrate. Many employers find that workers require additional development in this area to effectively tackle the challenges of their roles.

At the Centre for Critical Thinking in Leadership (CCTL), we believe that true leadership begins with the power of thought. Our mission is to cultivate leaders who are not only effective in their roles but are also equipped with the critical thinking skills necessary to inspire, innovate, and make the best decisions. Through a blend of theoretical frameworks and practical application, our training programmes are tailored to meet the evolving demands of leadership in the post AI era. Join us to embark on a journey that transforms the way you lead and think.

CCTL focuses on the business, agriculture, health, education and science & technology sectors.

Critical thinking is a broad field of study that goes beyond just logic and its integration with other perspectives. It includes philosophy, psychology, neuroscience, sociology, education, communication, law (particularly argumentation), the deeper aspects of the scientific method, and the effective use of new technologies. Additionally, it involves understanding other forms of thinking, such as creative, innovative, and instinctual thinking, and can greatly assist in mental health. The challenge, therefore, is to simplify critical thinking for different audiences while ensuring it remains both relevant and applicable.

CCTL has been in development for five years because we wanted to ensure our signature training programs were fully refined before launching. During this time, the founder also created Fit Thinking, a user-friendly method of critical thinking which is currently in the advanced stages of being trademarked.

CCCTL owes its development to the indirect influence of many great minds. Among them is Dr. George Rex Meyer, who was awarded the Order of Australia for his groundbreaking work in curriculum development. Decades ago, he taught the founder of CCTL, placing a strong emphasis on critical thinking in his courses. The Patron, Sir Kenneth Hall, along with the trustees and members of the Board of Advisors, have also been invaluable mentors, selected more for their exceptional thinking abilities than for their many accolades. Additionally, a significant source of inspiration has come from the founder's friends, colleagues, and people of all ethnicities and income levels in six continents whom the founder had had the honor of meeting. In addition, there were invaluable discussions with the crew and some of the fellow passengers on a mini expedition into Antarctica based on the challenges they faced and how they overcame those challenges.

CCTL is an independent body not administered by the Farquharson Institute of Public Affairs (FIPA) but partners with FIPA and housed on the FIPA website for the time being. CCTL is a consortium: the trusted experts who have their own businesses and administer their courses and seminars from their own platforms.

A percentage of the funds earned by CCTL is donated to the FIPA Foundation.

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We continually monitor industry standards to ensure that our performance improvement coaching is relevant and impactful. We communicate effectively with clients to ensure that their goals are achieved.

Our Programme

Our workshops and courses include the essential topics typically found in critical thinking programs, but they also go further to prepare you for both personal and business projects. Our programs range from introductory courses in critical thinking to a six-month mastery course. We are also offering a course on Understanding and Navigating Political Behavior in the Workplace, Critical Thinking in the World of AI, along with another courses that is currently being trademarked. Throughout these courses, you'll also attend tutorials, receiving support from coaches who are either certified by the International Coaching Federation or the equivalent based on their field of expertise and experience. Additionally, our life, career or business coaches have at least one year of training in psychology or sociology, or possess decades of experience in the business environment. For more information, please contact us at cctlglobal@protonmail.com. Our workshops are discounted, and the coaching services are included at no extra cost. Write to cctlglobal@protonmail.com for more information.

CCTL is the Foundational Centre within FIPA

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The Centre for Critical Thinking in Leadership (CCTL) is FIPA's foundational centre because critical thinking is essential to effective leadership in any domain. It provides the analytical framework and decision-making tools that influence the success of initiatives in the other centres. Whether addressing issues in family dynamics, mental health, or trade, leaders must approach problems with a structured, open-minded, and solution-focused mindset—skills that the CCTL aims to cultivate. Critical thinking is a core skill that underpins sound judgement, effective communication, and problem-solving. By being the foundational centre, the CCTL ensures that FIPA's work in the Family, Mental Health, and Trade Centres is approached with clarity, and innovation. These other centres benefit from leadership grounded in critical thinking, helping to ensure that solutions are practical, sustainable, and adaptable. The Idea Lab acts as a creative hub where ideas related to all four centres are explored, developed, and tested. Its relationship with the CCTL is symbiotic. The CCTL provides the structured framework for evaluating and refining ideas generated in the Idea Lab, ensuring that they are critically assessed before implementation. In turn, the Idea Lab provides a platform for innovation and exploration that feeds the CCTL with fresh perspectives and challenges, keeping its teachings dynamic and relevant. In essence, the CCTL ensures that the ideas generated are critically examined for feasibility and long-term impact, while the Idea Lab injects creativity and fresh ideas into FIPA's leadership strategies, reinforcing the importance of critical thinking across all operations.