Level 6: Strategic Thinking and Decision Excellence
(6a) Higher-Order Thinking Question (HOTQ) How does strategic thinking transform leadership from reacting to situations into shaping long-term outcomes in Nigeria? Answer: Strategic thinking enables leaders to see the bigger picture, anticipate challenges, align present actions with future goals, and lead with foresight instead of impulse.
(6b) Analytical Reasoning Question Why is creative problem solving more effective than routine problem solving in resource-constrained Nigerian environments? Answer: Because it encourages flexibility, innovation, and re-framing of problems, allowing leaders to turn limitations and obstacles into opportunities.
(6c) Conceptual Mastery Question Differentiate between intuitive and analytical decision-making under pressure. Answer: Intuitive decision-making relies on experience and pattern recognition for quick responses, while analytical decision-making systematically evaluates options, risks, and outcomes.
(6d) Diagnostic Reasoning Question If a leader frequently makes impulsive choices and regrets outcomes, what leadership weakness does this diagnose? Answer: It diagnoses poor emotional control, weak strategic thinking, and lack of structured decision-making under pressure.
(6e) Cognitive-Challenge Question If leaders fail to evaluate outcomes and learn from decisions, predict the long-term effect on institutions and personal growth. Answer: Mistakes will be repeated, judgment will remain weak, adaptability will decline, and long-term institutional and personal development will be undermined.