In today’s fast-paced and unpredictable environment, educators face unique challenges that demand swift yet thoughtful decision-making and effective problem-solving skills. Principals Academy is inviting you to join our upcoming workshop, ‘Decision-Making & Problem Solving in Disruptive Times’. This 2-day workshop is designed to empower educators with practical tools and strategies to navigate workplace complexities, enhance their decision-making processes, and implement impactful solutions in today's fast-evolving educational landscape, characterised by volatility, uncertainty, complexity, ambiguity, and hyper-connectedness (VUCAH).
Why You Should Attend?
This workshop is tailor-made for educational leaders like yourself who aspire to excel in high-pressure environments. Facilitated by seasoned practitioners Mr. Ang Yau Choon and Fred Tan, this session will equip you with essential skills to navigate and lead effectively in VUCAH contexts.
Learning Objective
Through interactive sessions, real-world case studies, and hands-on activities, participants will learn practical frameworks for analysing problems, brainstorming solutions, and making informed decisions under pressure. With this training, they will have the know-how and confidence to address challenges in their professional environments, fostering a culture of informed, collaborative, proactive decision-making and implement solutions that benefit both students and staff.
Key Learning Outcomes Include:
• Understanding the nature of decision-making in VUCAH environments.
• Understanding one’s Thinking Preferences when making decisions using the Herrmann Brain Dominance Instrument (HBDI)
• Differentiating between intuitive (System 1) and analytical (System 2) thinking.
• Mastering decision-making techniques and innovative thinking strategies.
• Exploring Single-Loop and Double-Loop learning processes for continuous improvement.
• Enhancing team learning and collaborative problem-solving skills.
Herrmann Brain Dominance Instrument (HBDI)
The Whole Brain® Thinking Technology, backed by scientific research done over 40 years with almost 4 million profiles in the database of The HBDI (Herrmann Brain Dominance Instrument), is our premise. Taking the HBDI® assessment gives individuals an in-depth look into their thinking patterns. It helps individuals in understanding how to incorporate their thinking preferences into everyday interactions, thought processes, and decision-making. By recognising their strengths, they can intentionally create better strategies to achieve goals, address weaknesses, and maximise their strengths. Through Whole-Brain Thinking, participants can enhance their decision-making and problem-solving skills, empowering them to become more effective leaders.
Learning Methodology
The workshop features a blend of presentations, interactive discussions and role-playing exercises. Participants will leave with actionable strategies, leadership skills and practical ways to make better decision and solve problems effectively.
Expert Insights by Experienced Trainers
We are privileged to have Mr. Ang Yau Choon and Mr. Fred Tan as our trainers. Their combined Leadership and Organisational Development expertise and practical experiences in challenging environments will provide you with invaluable insights and actionable strategies.
Who Should Attend
This programme is ideal for Educators seeking to improve their decision-making and problem-solving abilities to ensure their teams remain dynamic and forward-thinking amidst disruption.
Prerequisites
Participants should have completed a Pre-workshop assessment tool, the HBDI , at least 7 days BEFORE commencement of Workshop.
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About Mr Fred Tan
Fred Tan has built an impressive career, leveraging his extensive experience in Planning & Operations, Leadership & Organizational Development (L&OD), and Human Capital Management to help organizations cultivate exceptional leaders. His passion for empowering individuals to reach their full potential began during his tenure in the military, where he took on the Human Resources function and led operational deployments in East Timor, Banda Aceh, and the United Nations Headquarters in New York. Fred's academic pursuits and practical experience have laid a solid foundation for his leadership capabilities leading to his appointment as the Head of Centre for Leadership Development (CLD) for SAF from 2011 to 2018. During this time, he was responsible for creating and implementing an award-winning leadership development system for military leaders.
As a Leadership & Organizational Development Consultant, Fred regularly facilitates L&OD programs focused on leading self, leading teams, and leading organizations in both the public and private sectors. Fred's qualifications include 12 years of experience facilitating L&OD programs, various specialist certifications, and degrees in Engineering Management, HR Development & Management, and Human Capital Leadership. Some notable certifications include Certified Transformative Coach, Certified TetraMap Facilitator, and Certified Trainer in Systems Thinking, Mapping, and Leadership. Additionally, he is an Associate Trainer at the Civil Service College and Singapore Institute of Management's Centre for Systems Leadership (CSL). He is also an SAF Executive Coach (EC) and a Brigade Commander Coach. His dedication to the field is further showcased through his completion of prestigious programs such as the Art & Practice of Leadership Development at Harvard Kennedy School, Crisis Leadership Program at NPLI - Harvard University, Level 7 Advanced Diploma Qualifications from CIPD, Specialist Adult Educator (Curriculum Development) and WSQ Advanced Certificate in Training and Assessment (ACTA).
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About Mr Ang Yau Choon
Ang Yau Choon is an accomplished leader and trainer with a remarkable history of overcoming challenges and pushing boundaries. As a testament to his resilience and tenacity, Yau Choon summited Mount Everest in 2007 and participated in the First Singapore Antarctica Expedition in 1999. Throughout his career, he has commanded Special Forces unit, training institutes, an overseas training base, and an army brigade, holding a key appointment in the Army Operation Department. During his command of the Special Forces, Specialist & Warrant Officer Institute, and Commando Training Institute, Yau Choon implemented transformative instructional designs and spearheaded the development of world-class training facilities. His steward leadership has been instrumental in establishing best-in-class operational and training institutions.
Yau Choon is deeply committed to developing and grooming the next generation of leaders, employing a combination of learning sciences, coaching, and a holistic approach to maximize learning effectiveness. As a qualified US Navy SEAL, Distinguished Graduate of the US Marine Corps Command & Staff Course, and a specialist in Special Operations and Counter Terrorism, Yau Choon has collaborated with military professionals worldwide. His experiences as a Defence Attaché to Bangkok have given him unique insights into working in multi-national, multi-cultural, and multi-agency environments. With over 11 years of experience facilitating Learning & Organisational Development (L&OD) programmes, Yau Choon holds numerous qualifications and certifications, serving as an Associate Trainer at the Civil Service College and the Singapore Institute of Management's Centre for Systems Leadership (CSL). He is also an SAF Executive Coach (EC), and an Associate Member of the Practising Management Consultancy (PMC). As a certified Herrmann Brain Dominance Instrument (HBDI) Practitioner, Resilience Coach (PR6), and DiSC Trainer, Yau Choon is well-equipped to guide leaders on their journey towards professional growth and personal development.
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Course Code: FYC260424
Topic: Decision-Making & Problem Solving in Disruptive Times
Presenter(s): Mr Fred Tan and Mr Ang Yau Choon
Date(s): 9-10 April 2025 (2-day workshop)
Time: 9.00 am to 5.00 pm
Mode of Delivery: Face-to-face
Venue: Orchard Hotel
Closing Date: 28 February 2025, Friday
Workshop Fee: S$750.00 per participant and fee is subject to GST.
Please get in touch with Joseph Loy by email at joseph@pai.sg or tel: 6363 0330 if you require further information.
