AHP Practitioner Program

Accreditation & Credibility

Accredited Training Provider of Exemplar Global (formerly RABQSA) and a member of the ASQ family. Exemplar Global provides global recognition for our Lean Six Sigma programs.

Accredited by Exemplar Global (A part of ASQ)

Duration & Format

8 hours

Key Learning Outcomes

• Discover common pitfalls in strategic business decisions that need more solid logical validation and reasoning.
  Understand the necessity of comparing disparate elements in decision-making and how to rigorously approach these ‘apples-to-oranges’ comparisons using AHP.
  Learn to leverage multi-criteria decision-making techniques that utilize continuous, rather than just ordinal, data for more nuanced analysis.
  Gain hands-on experience with AHP through practical exercises illuminating the methodology and rationale behind these decision-facilitation processes.

Who It’s For / Entry Requirements

• Managers, strategic planners, project managers, business analysts, consultants, decision-makers involved in complex evaluations.
  Mid to senior-level professionals with 2+ years of experience in management, strategy, or analytical roles.

• Basic understanding of decision-making processes and strategic planning.
  Familiarity with basic mathematical concepts and data analysis is beneficial but not mandatory.

Differentiators / Unique Value Proposition

1. Accreditation by Exemplar Global
   • Backed by Exemplar Global (part of ASQ), ensuring your certification meets internationally recognized standards in decision-making methodologies.
   • Adds professional credibility and signals deep proficiency in Analytical Hierarchy Process (AHP) practices.
2. Multi-Criteria Decision-Making Focus
   • Equips participants to handle complex, “apples-to-oranges” comparisons using AHP’s structured approach.
   • Facilitates data-driven resource allocation, project prioritization, vendor selection, and more.
3. Logical Validation & Consistency
   • Teaches pairwise comparisons and consistency ratio calculations, ensuring decisions are rational, transparent, and bias-resistant.
   • Reduces guesswork and improves stakeholder confidence in key strategic choices.
4. Hands-On AHP Modeling
   • Emphasizes practical exercises and case studies for real-world scenarios, bridging theory and application.
   • Provides a step-by-step framework for building robust AHP models that guide high-stakes business decisions.
5. Pathway to Advanced Decision Analytics
   • Ideal for mid to senior professionals looking to upgrade their strategic planning and decision-making toolkit.
   • Sets a strong foundation for more advanced techniques like Business Modelling or deeper multi-criteria methods.
6. Short Course, High Impact
   • 8-hour focused format balances conceptual understanding with practical, takeaway skills.
   • Allows participants to immediately apply AHP insights to ongoing organizational challenges.

Training Package Inclusions

Training Package Inclusions

1. 8 Hours of Instructor-Guided Sessions
   • Comprehensive modules covering AHP fundamentals, constructing hierarchies, and performing pairwise comparisons.
   • Real-time or on-demand Q&A opportunities (depending on delivery format) to address participant queries.
2. Practical Exercises & Real-World Case Studies
   • Hands-on tasks for constructing AHP models relevant to resource allocation, project prioritization, and vendor selection.
   • Detailed case studies that illustrate both successes and pitfalls in multi-criteria decision-making.
3. Structured Assessments & Feedback
   • Practice quizzes and interactive assignments designed to test and refine your AHP skills.
   • Instructor or peer review to help you identify gaps and strengthen your decision-making approach.
4. Instructor & Peer Networking Support
   • Email-based support from experienced instructors for technical and conceptual clarifications.
   • Online forums for collaboration, enabling participants to share experiences, discuss best practices, and learn from peers.
5. Technical Assistance for Online Learning
   • Guidance on course platform navigation and materials to ensure a smooth user experience.
   • Prompt troubleshooting for any access or content-related queries.
6. AHP Practitioner Certification
   • Conferred upon successful completion of assessments and practical exercises.
   • Validates your competence in multi-criteria decision-making, helping you stand out as a strategic, logic-driven professional.

Key Benefits / Learning Outcomes

Areas or Topics of Interest

Multi-criteria decision-making, AHP methodology, strategic decision analysis, logical validation, comparative analysis, consistency assessment.

Learning Outcomes

• Discover common pitfalls in strategic business decisions that need more solid logical validation and reasoning.
  Understand the necessity of comparing disparate elements in decision-making and how to rigorously approach these ‘apples-to-oranges’ comparisons using AHP.
  Learn to leverage multi-criteria decision-making techniques that utilize continuous, rather than just ordinal, data for more nuanced analysis.
  Gain hands-on experience with AHP through practical exercises illuminating the methodology and rationale behind these decision-facilitation processes.

Topics Covered

• Introduction to AHP and its importance in strategic decision-making.
  Steps of the Analytical Hierarchy Process and constructing the hierarchy.
  Pairwise comparisons and consistency ratio calculations.
  Utilizing AHP for resource allocation, project prioritization, and vendor selection.
  Best practices and potential pitfalls in applying AHP.

Who It’s For & Entry Requirements

Target Audience (Professional Roles, Experience Level)

• Managers, strategic planners, project managers, business analysts, consultants, decision-makers involved in complex evaluations.
  Mid to senior-level professionals with 2+ years of experience in management, strategy, or analytical roles.

Prerequisites (Required/Recommended Knowledge)

• Basic understanding of decision-making processes and strategic planning.
  Familiarity with basic mathematical concepts and data analysis is beneficial but not mandatory.

Recommended Prior Courses (if applicable)

Business Value Analyst (for foundational skills), Business Modelling Expert (for advanced decision modeling).

Methodology & Engagement

Interactive Components (Practice projects, Case studies, Quizzes)

• Hands-on exercises building AHP models for real-world scenarios.
  Practice exercises.
  Case studies analyzing successful applications of AHP.
  Assessments

Support Services (Forums, Technical Support, Post-training guidance)

• Instructor support via email.
• Peer networking groups and online collaboration forums.
  Technical support for the online learning platform.

Certification & Career Advancement

Certification Earned

AHP Practitioner Certification upon successful completion and assessment.

Value to Employers (Efficiency, Cost Reduction, Quality Improvement)

• Improved strategic decision-making processes with logical validation and consistency.
  Enhanced ability to prioritize projects and allocate resources effectively.
  Increased transparency and rationale in decision-making, fostering stakeholder confidence.
  Reduction in biases and errors in complex evaluations and selections.

Career Goals (Roles you can aim for post-certification)

Strategic Planning Manager, Project Manager, Business Analyst, Operations Manager, Consultant, Decision Analyst.

Course Pathways & Bundles

Bundled Programs (Packages or pathways that include this course)

• Available as part of the Business Excellence Master Black Belt Package with other programs
  Available as part of Innovation and Strategic Thinking Package with C & I and AHP pratitioner programs
  Available as part of Process Optimization and Decision Making Package with LPLG and Business Modelling Expert programs

Suggested Sequence

• Start with “Business Value Analytist” to build foundational analytical skills (optional).
  Proceed to “AHP Practitioner Program” for multi-criteria decision-making expertise.
  Follow up with “Business Modelling Expert” for advanced modeling techniques.

Return on Investment & Practicalities

Return on Investment (Salary increase potential, Recognition)

• Enhanced ability to make complex decisions confidently and systematically, improving job performance.
  Ability to contribute significantly to strategic planning and resource allocation within the organization.
  Recognition as a practitioner of a globally recognized decision-making methodology.

Capacity Limits

PDUs

8