Most executives I interact with at IMD haven't been formally trained to make strategic decisions. So, if that's your case, here's a set of resources that can help you focus on what matters so that you can take high-stakes decisions at the speed of relevance.

In the 130+ slides (PDF format) based on the material I teach in IMD's MBA, EMBA, and various other programs, you'll learn to:

• Use a three-step process, FrED to help you make strategic decisions
• Frame your decision, focusing on the most important elements
• Explore alternatives and decision criteria,
• Decide which option(s) offer the best tradeoffs

You will also acquire tools to help you apply the scientific method in a managerial setting, using the very same tools and mindset that help scientists progress in their fields. The deck also equips you with ways to boost your critical thinking, particularly when it comes to critically assessing information.

Note: You can create an account at dragonmaster.imd.org, where you'll be able to access the tool that IMD has made available to thousands of executives over the past seven years to support them in their strategic decision making.