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Harnessing the Power of AI and Critical Thinking for Better Decision Making

Artificial intelligence (AI) is advancing rapidly offering us tools that can analyze vast amounts of information and generate insights at a speed humans cannot match. Yet, the real challenge for us is not simply using AI’s outputs but learning to think critically about these systems. Success in an AI-enabled environment depends on our ability to evaluate AI’s recommendations, recognize its limitations and apply our own judgment to make sound decisions. In this course, you’ll learn to build upon your critical-thinking skill set. We will explore how AI can serve as a powerful aid and not as a replacement for human reasoning. You’ll examine the opportunities AI presents for personal and professional decision making while also addressing the risks and responsibilities that come with relying on AI-generated answers. By the end of the course, you’ll confidently be able to integrate AI into your decision-making process as a trusted thinking partner. Bonus! This course can be applied toward the AI Mastery Series certificate.  More details.

Seminar Number: 02612

4.9
(12 reviews)
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About This Course

AI can accelerate decision making, but it still depends on human judgment to ask the right questions and interpret the results produced by technology. As AI becomes more embedded in everyday work, knowing how to think critically alongside it is quickly becoming a must-have skill. This course combines AI-driven thinking skills training with practical exercises that strengthen evaluation, reasoning and responsible use of AI tools. It also helps professionals use AI to support better thinking rather than replace it.

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Who Should Attend

Managers, leaders and business professionals who want to sharpen their critical thinking to improve decision making in an AI-driven environment. It is especially relevant for individuals who are currently using AI tools and want to move beyond surface-level adoption toward responsible and effective integration. Participants in this course should have a basic understanding of AI tools and their outputs.

  •   In-Person2 Day(s)
    1.2 CEU, 12 PMU
  •   Live Online2 Day(s)
    1.2 CEU, 12 PMU
 
 

Artificial intelligence (AI) is advancing rapidly offering us tools that can analyze vast amounts of information and generate insights at a speed humans cannot match. Yet, the real challenge for us is not simply using AI’s outputs but learning to think critically about these systems. Success in an AI-enabled environment depends on our ability to evaluate AI’s recommendations, recognize its limitations and apply our own judgment to make sound decisions.

In this course, you’ll learn to build upon your critical-thinking skill set. We will explore how AI can serve as a powerful aid and not as a replacement for human reasoning. You’ll examine the opportunities AI presents for personal and professional decision making while also addressing the risks and responsibilities that come with relying on AI-generated answers. By the end of the course, you’ll confidently be able to integrate AI into your decision-making process as a trusted thinking partner.

Bonus! This course can be applied toward the AI Mastery Series certificate. More details.

  • Build confidence in identifying assumptions, alternatives, risks and trade-offs to make more informed AI-driven business decisions
  • Recognize how to build trust in AI outputs and when to rely on human intuition, creativity and expertise
  • Apply AI technologies to enhance and not replace your decision making
  • Organize your interactions with AI tools to use them as a structured resource to improve decision making
  • Strengthen critical thinking by learning how to question, test and validate AI’s outputs
  • Develop strategies to reduce bias, improve accuracy and ensure responsible use of AI outputs
  • Communicate and defend decisions that combine AI insights with human reasoning
  • Develop a framework to identify which decisions can be enhanced through AI
  • Understand how AI tools generate outputs including their strengths and flaws
  • Learn how and when to make certain types of decisions based on the specific AI technology in use
  • Understand the importance of relying on AI as an aid to applying your own judgement, creativity and experience to make decisions
  • Practice techniques to assess the accuracy, reliability and trustworthiness of AI recommendations in real-world contexts
  • Establish the critical guardrails for ethical use in decision making when using AI outputs
  • Create an AI action plan to drive better decisions through critical thinking

Overview

  • Recognize how AI tools work and their limits
  • Evaluate AI’s recommendations critically
  • Differentiate between AI-Aided and AI-Driven decisions
  • Apply prompting strategies to guide AI toward more accurate, relevant, and useful responses
  • Identify personal or organizational opportunities to use AI effectively
  • Detect and mitigate bias or misinformation in AI outputs
  • Communicate and defend your decisions by combining AI insights with your own reasoning
  • Build a personal action plan for experimenting with AI and strengthening your critical thinking as the technology evolves

Rethink How You Make Decisions

  • Reflect on your existing decision-making process from simple to complex scenarios
  • Evaluate factors that impact the quality of decision making
  • Identify opportunities where AI can be integrated to enhance your decision process

Organizational Culture in AI Decision-Making

  • Identify Which Data Analysis Tools Best Answer Common Analytical Business Questions
  • Understand How the Microsoft® Excel Analysis ToolPak and Other Programs Can Be Used for Advanced Data Analysis
  • Select the Appropriate Tools and Techniques for Your Data
  • Apply Analytical Tools to Answer the Basic Business Questions You Are Facing in Your Work

Where Does AI Add Value in Decisions

  • Identify opportunities where AI enhances decision-making
  • Assess the quality and accessibility of your data
  • Align AI use cases with strategic business priorities

Match AI Tool Use to Your Thought Process

  • Explore the landscape of AI tools available for work tasks
  • Match AI tools to the type of thinking needed (analysis, creativity, synthesis, evaluation)
  • Evaluate tool effectiveness in improving decision outcomes. Design stronger inputs for better AI results
  • Align AI tools with organizational data and goals

Improve the Quality of and Your Trust in AI Outputs

  • Apply techniques to fact-check and refine output
  • Build trust in AI across your team or organization

Ensuring Responsible AI Decisions

  • Recognize and mitigate bias in AI outputs
  • Define clear accountability for decisions influenced or supported by AI
  • Expand organizational policies to address AI driven decision-making

Build an AI Aided Decision-Making Framework

  • Pinpoint opportunities to apply AI-aided decision-making in your role
  • Translate insights into concrete next steps
  • Develop a personal or team AI action plan
  • Commit to responsible and ethical implementation

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4.9

12 reviews

 
So much useful information and tips. Truly a valuable workshop.
5
Lisa C.
 
Senior Director, Special Projects
 
Industry: Higher Education
I thoroughly enjoyed the course. I found the most significant value in acquiring the terminology associated with this new subject. Mastering these key terms and implementing them within my organization will greatly facilitate our collective learning process.
4.5
Jesus P.
 
Technical Manager
 
Industry: Agriculture & Rural Development
The course was helpful in understanding currently available tools, as well as the limitations and concerns related to decision making. It also provided best practices, including a six-step framework for their use. I would say that this course is highly relevant at the current stage of AI development and should be considered essential for the responsible use of AI at work, in research and for personal decision making. It was highly practical and illustrative. Thank you, Vincent & AMA!
5
Azima B.
 
Senior Associate
 
Industry: Consulting
I've taken 3 AI training courses so far and this was by far the most useful in terms of being able to take action and generate a return on investment. I feel fortunate to have Vincent teach this course and hope there are other opportunities to work with him again. I chose this course specifically because it was in-person.
5
Robert N.
 
Data Strategy Manager
 
Industry: Automobile Industry
The content was great. The instructors were great.
5
Monty M.
 
Procurement Manager
 
Industry: Infrastructure Consulting

In-Person Schedule

5 Sessions Available

Live Online Schedule

5 Sessions Available

  • $2,895.00 Non Members
  • $2,595.00 AMA Members
  • $2,567.00 GSA
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  2026-09-24 2026-09-25 Sep 24, 2026 - Sep 25, 2026 2 Days CA San Francisco 94103 San Francisco Register Now

  2026-11-09 2026-11-10 Nov 9, 2026 - Nov 10, 2026 2 Days GA Atlanta 30309-7705 Atlanta Register Now

  2026-12-14 2026-12-15 Dec 14, 2026 - Dec 15, 2026 2 Days IL Chicago 60601 Chicago Register Now

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  2027-05-06 2027-05-07 May 6, 2027 - May 7, 2027 2 Days IL Chicago 60601-5927 Chicago Register Now

Frequently Asked Questions

Who should attend this AI decision-making course?

This program is designed for managers, leaders and business professionals who want to strengthen AI-powered decision making while applying strong critical thinking. It is especially valuable for professionals already using AI tools who want to move beyond basic usage and improve how AI insights support real business decisions.

What skills will I learn in this AI decision-making course?

Participants learn how to apply critical thinking in AI-enabled decision making, evaluate AI-generated insights and make more-informed management decisions. The course focuses on strengthening AI-driven thinking skills so professionals can interpret data, question assumptions and improve the quality of their decisions.

How is this course different from other AI training programs?

Many AI programs focus primarily on tools or technology. This course focuses on how professionals combine AI-powered decision-making tools with strong critical thinking to improve business judgment. Participants learn how to use AI insights responsibly while maintaining human oversight in important decisions.

I already use AI tools at work. Will this course help me make better decisions with them?

Yes. Many professionals use AI tools but want to improve how those insights inform real decisions. This program helps participants strengthen AI-enabled decision making by learning how to interpret outputs, challenge assumptions and apply critical thinking before acting on AI-generated recommendations.

Why is critical thinking important when using AI for decision making?

AI can generate valuable insights, but strong AI-powered decision making still requires human judgment. Critical thinking helps professionals evaluate AI outputs, identify potential biases and ensure that AI-supported decisions align with business goals and ethical considerations.

How can AI improve decision making in organizations?

AI can enhance decision processes by analyzing large data sets, identifying patterns and generating insights that support AI-enabled decision making. When combined with strong leadership judgment and critical thinking, AI can help organizations make faster, more informed strategic decisions.
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