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Strategy, Structured Thinking, and Problem Solving Course

In this course, you will work through a real-world strategy consulting case project end-to-end. Not only will you learn closely-guarded strategy skills and frameworks, but you’ll also learn how to apply them in the real world.

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Strategy consulting has been called “the most effective generator of top-tier corporate talent in the world.”

Throughout their careers, consultants are taught a super effective skillset that covers strategy, structured thinking, and problem solving.

It’s this skillset that differentiates strategy consultants, defines them as high performers, and gives them access to the best corporate roles.

And now you can learn this skillset too.

By the end of the course, you’ll be able to:

Tackle any business problem or task with complete confidence
You'll learn a simple, repeatable methodology that you can use to break down and solve any problem
Impress senior leaders with your strategy and structured thinking skills
You'll have a unique skillset that enables you to think through complex problems like an executive
Separate yourself from colleagues and earn fast-tracked promotions
You'll build a reputation as a clear thinker who can deliver even the most complex projects

Learn strategy and structured thinking skills, just like at McKinsey, BCG and Bain

Never again will you look at a problem and think “where do I even start!?”

In this course, you’ll learn the same strategic thinking and problem solving techniques used top-tier strategy consulting firms, such as McKinsey, BCG, and Bain.

You’ll learn a powerful and repeatable methodology that you can use to break down and solve any business problem.

This includes how to:

  • Turn an ambiguous request from your manager into a clearly defined problem statement.
  • Use issue trees and hypothesis trees to break down any business problem into a comprehensive list of hypotheses.
  • Validate your problem breakdown using the MECE Principle.
  • Prioritize and test each hypothesis to identify the root cause and/or optimal solution.
  • Use the Pyramid Principle to synthesize the output of your analysis and uncover insights.
  • Create an SCR/SCQA storyline to communicate your insights to executives in a clear and persuasive manner.

By the end of the course, you will have a repeatable methodology that you can use to break down and solve business and strategy problems. You'll feel confident solving any problem, no matter how complex or ambiguous.

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What's covered in the course?

In the course, you’ll get:

  • An end-to-end strategy methodology that’s used by top-tier strategy consulting firms, such as McKinsey, BCG, and Bain.
  • 30 comprehensive lessons with over 2 hours of content, with lifetime access so you can revisit at any time.
  • 4 framework deep-dives, including the issue/hypothesis trees, the MECE Principle, the Pyramid Principle, the SCQA/SCR structure, and more.
  • 5 practical assignments with worked solutions to learn how to apply course concepts in the real-world
  • 4 additional worked examples of important skills, such as how to deconstruct problem statements using the MECE principle and issue trees
Module 1. Rigorous problem definition and scoping
4 lessons, 10 minutes

By the end of this module, you will be able to:

  • Translate a vague request from a client or manager into a well-defined problem statement
  • Scope up a strategy project and align with key stakeholders
  • Use a Problem Statement Worksheet as your ‘source of truth’ for your project
Module 2. Structure concepts using the MECE Principle
5 lessons, 27 minutes

By the end of this module, you will be able to:

  • Use the MECE Principle to synthesize complex data into a simple set of concepts
  • Use the MECE Principle to break down complex concepts into constituent parts
  • Master the 5 ways to guarantee MECE-ness
Module 3. Break down the problem using Issue Trees
4 lessons, 26 minutes

By the end of this module, you will be able to:

  • Break down any problem statement into a list of comprehensive hypotheses
  • Ensure that you capture all potential root causes and/or solutions to the problem statement
Module 4. Prioritize hypotheses and conduct analysis
4 lessons, 19 minutes

By the end of this module, you will be able to:

  • Prioritize a list of hypothesis to identify which are most likely to solve the business problem
  • Workplan the analysis to ensure that you can confidently prove or disprove each hypothesis
Module 5. Synthesize insights using the Pyramid Principle
5 lessons, 16 minutes

By the end of this module, you will be able to:

  • Understand to apply the Pyramid Principle in your projects
  • Use the LGIA method to turn raw analysis into actionable insights
Module 6. Storylining and communciation
6 lessons, 22 minutes

By the end of this module, you will be able to:

  • Craft an SCR / SCQA storyline using the dot-dash structure
  • Position your storyline based on the business context
  • Reconstruct your storyline in PowerPoint

Look over my shoulder as I explain and solve real examples live on video...

Follow along as I break down and solve each example question live on video. You’ll hear my thought processes, see the mistakes I make, and learn how I overcome those mistakes to arrive at the solution.

...and work through an end-to-end case study with real data, assignments and solutions

Not just boring lectures. Yes, we do cover theory. But the course is focused on working through a highly instructive case study that teaches you how to apply the concepts in the real world.
The case study:

We’ll work through a real-world consulting case study end-to-end...

This is the case study that you’ll work through and solve:

“GroceryMart is a regional supermarket chain that has experienced a sudden 6.5% decline in profitability and 3.5% drop in market share.

They have hired you to determine the cause of the profitability decline.”

...and complete assignments with real data and worked solutions

  • 5 practical assignments with worked solutions to learn how to apply course concepts in the real-world
  • 6 additional worked examples of important skills, such as how to deconstruct problem statements using the MECE principle and issue trees

The course is unlike anything you've ever studied – see what previous students say...

This course is impressive! Now that I've seen how McKinsey solves problems, I am super confident to tackle any problem.
Isabella R
Honestly this course is so good that I don't want to tell my colleagues about it!
Anna P
This course FINALLY gave me a roadmap and methodology for solving business problems. Absolute game changer!
Ahmed K
I highly recommend this course to anyone seeking to improve their problem-solving abilities. The step-by-step approach is a career cheat code.
Sofia F
As a business professional, I've taken numerous courses, but the Strategy, Structured Thinking & Problem Solving course stands out as one of the best.
Juan R
This course exceeded my expectations! The curriculum covers a wide range of strategic frameworks and approaches that I can use in my daily work.
Freya O
I bought the Strategy, Structured Thinking & Problem Solving course to advance my career, and it certainly paid off!
Niel W
Many thanks for unearthing hard-to-come-by secrets to solving problems like a consultant. God bless.
Ibu A
I highly recommend the course if you, like me, are interested in strategy and strategic problem solving at an executive level.
Rafael N

The Strategy, Structured Thinking, and Problem Solving Course

  • Over 2 hours of course content spread over 30 action-packed modules
  • 9 practical assignments and worked examples to apply concepts in the real-world
  • 4 framework deep dives, including the issue/hypothesis trees, the MECE Principle, the Pyramid Principle, the SCQA/SCR structure, and more.
  • Unlimited lifetime access to all content and any updates
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