Executive Certificate in Problem Solving and Research Methods for Managers

The Aventis Executive Education Series

This Executive Certification is part of our Aventis Executive Education Series, which collectively provides a robust platform for like-minded and talented senior executives across Asia to partake in collaborative learning.

Facilitated by reputable industry experts and partnered with the prestigious University of Roehampton (London), our structured courses provide an excellent opportunity for you to enhance your professional skills and keep yourself updated with the latest industry insights, as a working professional. 

Get ready to learn, transform, and be empowered as a global leader of a smarter workforce.

Aventis Executive Certification in Problem Solving and Research Methods for Managers

This module introduces students to business research tools and techniques that will enable them to approach complex business problems with methodologies and methods which will support the critical analysis of business problems through the selection of appropriate research tools and techniques; the composition of an evidenced based proposal; and impactful presentation of the recommended business case.

2025 Course Schedule

This Aventis Executive Certification in Leadership and Change Management is a structured program delivered across 4 days (2 blocks of Sat & Sun) with the upcoming schedule as follow:

• 19 & 20 July 2025 (Sat & Sun), 9.00am to 5.00pm
• 26 & 27 July 2025 (Sat & Sun), 9.00am to 5.00pm
• 07 & 08 Mar 2025 (Sat & Sun), 9.00am to 5.00pm
• 14 & 15 Mar 2025 (Sat & Sun), 9.00am to 5.00pm

In this 4-Day Executive Certification program, students will be equipped to learn the following:

• L1. Knowledge outcomes: understand the organizational research context; familiarity with the major approaches to problem solving; understanding the various disciplines for critical thinking; familiarity with views relating to reality, truth, knowledge and meaning and how these impact research design; understanding the ingredients of a successful presentation.
• L2. Intellectual / skills outcomes: approach business problem solving with the appropriate techniques and tools; undertake thorough reviews of literature relevant to the business problem and its solution; plan research projects using the appropriate research methodology and methods to achieve valid and reliable results to inform recommendations for action.

This Executive Certification is ideal for senior executives or managers seeking to enhance their credentials in this subject matter, and for any working professional eager to know more and get updated on current ideas in the respective field.

We would recommend this Executive Certification for the following audience:

Mid- to senior-level managers responsible for operational or strategic problem-solving in their departments.

• Business analysts, consultants, and strategy executives seeking structured methods to frame and tackle complex business issues.
• Project managers and team leads looking to improve their ability to diagnose problems and deliver evidence-based solutions.
• Entrepreneurs and startup founders who need to validate business decisions with data-driven insights.
• Aspiring leaders and MBA/Executive Education participants preparing to take on greater responsibilities involving organisational change and innovation.
• HR and organisational development professionals tasked with identifying and solving performance, culture, or structural challenges.
• Anyone tasked with presenting business cases, proposals, or insights in a compelling, evidence-based format to internal or external stakeholders.

Whether you are looking to solve real-world business problems or enhance your capabilities in research, critical thinking, and persuasive communication, this module provides the practical tools and frameworks needed to excel.