Critical Thinking and Problem-Solving for Accounting Professionals
10th - 11th, April 2025 / Online
OVERVIEW
• Strengthen core principles of critical thinking in accounting
• Explore systems thinking to creatively tackle problems
• Clearly define problems and evaluate solutions
• Enhance decision-making for ongoing improvement
SPEAKERS
John Le Mesurier
John Le Mesurier is an educator, consultant and practitioner, with more than 40 years experience in corporate settings. He has been General Manager of the large Chinese multinational, Asia Pulp & Paper. John works as a management consultant in the Americas, Europe and Asia for companies such as Procter & Gamble, Johnson & Johnson, Colgate Palmolive, Coca-Cola, Astra Zeneca and Vodafone. He has also consulted to the Australian and British Governments. John is a Corporate Trainer at The University of Sydney, an Executive Coach at UNSW and a Lecturer for Laureate International Universities.
Finance Expert, Tertiary & Vocational Educator
AGENDA
Workshop
Master the critical thinking process
- Explore core principles of critical thinking
- Assess the reliability and validity of financial data sources
- Differentiate between inductive, deductive, and abductive
reasoning
Develop analytical skills
- Utilise techniques for thorough data examination
- Identify patterns, trends, and anomalies in financial data
- Engage in practical exercises to enhance analytical skills
Utilise effective critical thinking tools
- Apply root cause analysis to identify underlying financial issues
- Embrace ‘systems thinking’ for complex accounting challenges
- Leverage complexity science to understand systemic dynamics
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John Le Mesurier Finance Expert, Tertiary & Vocational Educator
Workshop
Understand and define the problem clearly
- Contextualise problems within their broader environment
- Define and refine issues to highlight key financial variables
- Assess stakeholder impacts for comprehensive understanding
Identify and evaluate solutions
- Generate a range of creative solutions for financial challenges
- Prioritise options based on feasibility and organisational goals
- Evaluate to minimise risk and maximise effectiveness
Apply critical thinking for enhanced decision-making
- Use logical reasoning to weigh financial options
- Incorporate stakeholder feedback to strengthen decisions
- Continuously reflect for future improvement
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John Le Mesurier Finance Expert, Tertiary & Vocational Educator
GROUP DISCOUNTS
PRICING
Value Plus
Ends January 23
SAVE UP TO $300
Super Saver
Ends February 14
SAVE UP TO $200
Early Bird
Ends March 14
SAVE UP TO $100
VENUE
Online
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