Breakthrough Problem Solving

Overview

Challenge yourself to overcome common barriers and transform your thinking by engaging in problem solving designed to explore alternative perspectives and novel solutions. The concepts presented in Breakthrough Problem Solving are a logical follow-on to the skills learned in Critical Thinking for Problem Solving. Breakthrough Problem Solving provides an opportunity to harness those skills and put them into practice to reframe and overcome organizational issues.

Who Attends

This course is designed for leaders and managers who want to think in new ways about problems, issues, or challenges in order to break through common perceived barriers.

Course Level: Intermediate
CLP: 24 | CPE: 24
Duration: 3 Days

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Course Details

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Available Dates

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September 23 - September 25, 2026

Class ID: 264063008

Virtual

8 AM - 4 PM EST

November 16 - November 18, 2026

Class ID: 264063010

Virtual

9 AM - 5 PM EST

January 13 - January 15, 2027

Class ID: 274063001

Virtual

9 AM - 5 PM EST

March 8 - March 10, 2027

Class ID: 274063002

Virtual

9 AM - 5 PM EST

May 3 - May 5, 2027

Class ID: 274063003

Virtual

9 AM - 5 PM EST

August 11 - August 13, 2027

Class ID: 274063004

Virtual

9 AM - 5 PM EST

September 22 - September 24, 2027

Class ID: 274063005

Virtual

8 AM - 4 PM EST

November 15 - November 17, 2027

Class ID: 274063006

Virtual

9 AM - 5 PM EST

Learning Objectives

Analyze the problem-solving process
Assess the current state and explore possible alternatives for accomplishing a shared vision
Analyze organizational problems by considering stakeholder viewpoints
Overcome barriers that impede progress or promote embedded thinking within an organization
Demonstrate strategies used to create and sustain an adaptable organizational culture
Prepare a strategic plan to overcome the current state

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Credits

CLP Credits: 24
CEU Credits: 1.9
PDUs: 21
NASBA Field(s) of Study and Credits: Personal Development (24 CPEs)
NASBA Level: Intermediate
FM MyLearn Number: L1601

This course is part of the following Management Concepts Certificate Programs:

Core Courses

Leadership for Contracting Professionals
Leadership Certificate Program

Elective Courses

Business Analysis and Requirements Management Master Track
Project Management Master Track
Agile in Government Master Track
Human Resources Certificate Program
Program Management Certificate Program

Prerequisites:

Mandatory

Critical Thinking for Problem Solving

Suggested

None

Course Activities

Course Topics

Introduction to Breakthrough Problem Solving

Problem Solving within an Organization
Possibility Thinking

Assessing the Current State

The Current State
Introduction to Concept Mapping

Analyzing Organizational Problems

Considering Various Perspectives
Reframing Problems

Overcoming Barriers Within an Organization

Embedded Thinking
Overcoming Barriers
Fostering Breakthrough Thinking

Creating and Sustaining an Adaptable Organizational Culture

Adaptability
Preparing Employees for Change
Becoming a Learning Organization

Overcoming the Current State

Creating a Breakthrough Problem-Solving Plan
Maintaining a Positive Mindset

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Breakthrough Problem Solving

Overview

Who Attends

For Groups

Available Dates

Learning Objectives

Additional Features

Credits

This course is part of the following Management Concepts Certificate Programs:

Core Courses

Elective Courses

Prerequisites:

Mandatory

Suggested

Course Activities

Course Topics

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