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BUS 290: Critical Thinking for Managers

Effective decision-making in management requires critical thinking skills that can identify omitted information and evaluate alternative conclusions. This module explores the vital role of recognizing missing information which can shape reasoning. It covers essential aspects such as counterclaims, definitions, and the reliability of sources. Additionally, it delves into practical questions to ask when assessing conclusions, including the conditions under which they hold true. By mastering these elements, managers can improve their analytical skills and make more informed decisions.

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BUS 290: Critical Thinking for Managers

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  1. BUS 290: Critical Thinking for Managers Text Table of Contents #13 and 14: Omitted Information / Alternate Conclusions

  2. Omitted Information • Whereas discovering ‘Rival Causes’ requires us to examine ‘evidence’ when presented as a cause for something - • Omitted Information asks us to identify information that would help understand or shape the reasoning.

  3. Clues to Missing Information • Counter claims or arguments. • Definitions, value preferences, perspectives. • Evidence or facts used: • Sources and reliability. • Details of how evidence (facts) was gathered. • Alternative procedures for gathering evidence. • Missing data, graphs, figures. • Alternative effects (positive or negative).

  4. Alternative Conclusions • Conclusions are often either: • General • Taking aspirin daily decreases risk of heart attacks. • Dichotomous • If you don’t rent this apartment you won’t find another one with a better view. • Look to narrow the scope of (qualify) the conclusion. • Ask – “Under what conditions is this true or acceptable?” • When? Where? Why? • Ask – “What should we do about X issue”

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