Thinking Clearly Under Pressure: Problem Solving and Decision Making
Poor decisions are rarely caused by lack of knowledge. This session focuses on how pressure affects judgement.
2 CPD units 26 November 2026 1 presenter
What will set you apart
By completing this course you will gain the following competencies
- How pressure distorts thinking
- Common decision making traps
- Structuring problems clearly
- Weighing options effectively
- Making decisions with incomplete information
- Reducing regret and rework
Event breakdown
- Understanding decision pressure
- Problem definition
- Common thinking traps
- Evaluating options
- Risk assessment
- Making final decisions
- Reviewing outcomes
- Continuous improvement
Category: Practice ManagementType: CPD Course
Description
Professionals are expected to make good decisions under pressure. This session focuses on how problem solving and decision making work in real environments where time, information, and certainty are limited. Understanding how judgement is affected by stress improves outcomes and confidence. Strong decision making protects credibility and reduces costly mistakes.
Presenters
Leana van der Merwe — Leana van der Merwe is a Chartered Accountant and Registered Auditor with over 18 years of experience in business accounting, audit and corporate governance. A former Audit Director and professional-body Technical and Standards Executive, she has guided more than 14,000 professionals through complex regulatory matters. Leana also serves on the PAFA Technical Advisory Group, the IFAC Anti-Money Laundering Committee and the IFRS Foundation SME Implementation Group.
You will earn a certificate
On successful completion you will receive a certificate for 2 CPD units.
Requirements
- Laptop, desktop, or mobile device with internet access
- Microsoft Edge, Google Chrome, Safari, or Firefox browser