PROBLEM SOLVING SKILLS COURSE

MASTER THE MCKINSEY CONSULTING PROBLEM SOLVING TOOLKIT

Learn the secrets of top consultants with Joe Newsum, who spent 7 years running dozens of projects at McKinsey and Oliver Wyman. In Stratechi.com's Consultant's Problem-Solving Skills Course, Joe walks you through all the major problem solving techniques and skills with engaging videos, hands-on exercises, and practical templates. Use these proven skills to boost your career to the next level and beyond. Enroll now in the most comprehensive courses on McKinsey-style problem solving.

Unlock Skills that Accelerate Careers

Think Like a Top Consultant
Solve Complex Problems with Confidence
Drive Strategic Impact
Strengthen Analytical Rigor
Consistently Develop Better Ideas
Master Data-Driven Decision Making
Cultivate Influential Leadership Skills
Command the Room with Executive-Level Presentations

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Your Journey to Strategic Mastery

Define & Disaggregate: Create problem statements and break down complex issues to unlock powerful insights
Analyze & Prioritize: Harness fact-based research to identify, prioritize, and tackle high-impact actions
Solve & Refine: Evolve hypotheses into solutions that add real value, securing your role as a key decision-maker
Synthesize & Present: Structure findings and recommendations for maximum clarity and influence
Decide, Plan & Execute: Drive meaningful outcomes by turning insights into strategic actions with confidence

Hypotheses

Structuring

MECE

Pyramid Principle

Hours of Instruction + Case studies + Exercises + Real-life Use Cases

This Course is for Ambitious Professionals

Aspiring Consultants aiming to enter top-tier consulting with real-world problem-solving expertise
Current Consultants looking to deepen their toolkit with the structured McKinsey problem solving
Executives seeking to elevate their team's ability to analyze, prioritize, and solve complex challenges
Emerging Leaders eager to stand out by developing the problem-solving skills that drive career acceleration

Learn from One of the Best

With years of experience as a consultant (McKinsey, Oliver Wyman, Stratechi), a C-level executive (CEO, COO, CMO, CFO), and a successful entrepreneur, I have guided countless professionals, leaders, and teams in developing the skills that drive business growth and strategic clarity. Through this course, I bring the same structured problem-solving frameworks that I use to coach executives and teams around the world, empowering you with the tools to lead with impact, solve complex problems, and accelerate your career."

Shane Jones
CEO | COO | Director
Southwest Energy

"As an executive with years of experience tackling complex business challenges, I can't emphasize enough the value of the problem-solving course. I wish my team, and I had access to this training earlier in our careers. The course breaks down sophisticated problem-solving techniques into practical, easy-to-understand modules that can be immediately applied to your role, and life. It is a must-have resource for anyone looking to elevate their impact and drive meaningful results, within their organization."

Daniel Sosa
Aminad Consulting
MBA Candidate @ UNC

"As an MBA candidate and consultant, I found Joe's virtual course on McKinsey problem-solving exceptional. It provided me with invaluable skills to structure and solve client problems effectively, giving me a leg up on my peers. His insights from McKinsey and Oliver Wyman were enlightening. I highly recommend his program to anyone looking for a leg up in consulting."

$30,000+ Worth of Training for a Fraction of the Cost

Organizations pay over $30,000 for Joe Newsum to deliver this problem-solving training to their teams in person. Now, you can access the same high-impact frameworks and strategies for a fraction of that cost, on your own schedule. This course distills years of consulting experience and top-tier training into practical, actionable lessons you can use immediately to transform your career and problem-solving abilities.

Money-Back Guarantee: I’ll make the decision easy with a 100% money-back guarantee. If you don’t find value in the training, simply set up a quick conversation with me to discuss, and I’ll refund your money. You have nothing to lose—and career-changing skills to gain.

The Problem Solving Course Curriculum

Below is the actual lesson plan for the problem solving course.

Problem Solving

Introduction to the Course

Introduction to Problem Solving Course

What is Strategy & Problem Solving?

Defining & Disaggregating Problems

Analyzing & Prioritizing

Solving & Refining with Strong Solutions

Synthesizing & Presenting Recommendations

Deciding & Executing Strategies

Frequently Asked Questions about the Problem Solving Course

After completing this course, you’ll have mastered a powerful set of skills to elevate your problem-solving and strategic thinking. Here’s how this course will impact your abilities:

Define Clear Problem Statements and Strategic Goals: You’ll learn to precisely define the problem at hand and set actionable goals. Whether it's a business challenge or a project, you’ll frame issues in ways that focus efforts, align teams, and clarify objectives.
Break Down Complex Problems Using MECE Frameworks: You'll become adept at disaggregating problems into their core components using the MECE (Mutually Exclusive, Collectively Exhaustive) approach. This skill will give you a structured way to tackle challenges, ensuring you don’t overlook critical factors and stay focused on what matters.
Analyze and Prioritize for High-Impact Solutions: Using structured analysis techniques, you’ll identify key data points and insights to make informed decisions. You’ll also master prioritization—an essential part of strategy—by evaluating factors like value, importance, risk, and feasibility, allowing you to concentrate on actions that drive the most significant outcomes.
Develop Hypothesis-Driven Solutions and Validate Ideas: With the hypothesis tree and other analytical tools, you’ll structure problem-solving in a way that quickly tests assumptions and refines solutions. By focusing on data-driven validation, you’ll be able to iterate effectively and find high-value, practical solutions faster.
Synthesize and Present Solutions that Persuade and Engage: You’ll learn the SCR (Situation, Complication, Resolution) framework and Minto Pyramid Principle, two presentation structures frequently used by top consulting firms. These frameworks will help you present insights in clear, compelling ways that make an impact on stakeholders and executives.
Plan and Execute Strategic Initiatives with Confidence: Beyond problem-solving, you’ll learn to translate strategies into actionable, measurable plans. You’ll create workstreams, set milestones, and align resources effectively, giving you the skills to lead projects from vision to successful execution.
Gain Essential Tools for Strategy in Multiple Areas: Through over 600 PowerPoint slides and templates, you’ll have ready-to-use resources covering topics like sales, market analysis, HR & organizational strategy, and business models. These tools will support you in various strategic functions, from corporate planning to team management.

In short, this course will equip you with practical skills to confidently navigate complex challenges, make data-informed decisions, and drive strategic initiatives that deliver measurable results. Whether you’re leading a team, preparing for a high-stakes project, or advancing in your career, these skills will make you a trusted problem solver and strategic thinker.