This work examines the importance of critical thinking and argumentation as necessary aspects in the training of business management students. My observations positively suggest the need to incorporate these competencies in educational programs in order to develop autonomous and ethical professionals capable of effective decision-making, leadership and management. Taking into account the philosophical principles of Matthew Lipman, Stephen Toulmin and Jürgen Habermas, I argue that to effectively integrate these competencies into the educational process of business managers, the possibility of a curricular and pedagogical restructuring should be considered. The study analyzes the curricula and graduation profiles of several business management faculties in Bogotá. I identify a significant lack of philosophical training that encourages critical thinking and argumentative abilities in students. The education in critical thinking and argumentation, by integrating the philosophical components and methodologies set forth in this text, not only contributes to efficiency and productivity, but also promotes an integral education that prepares students to be reflective and responsible leaders in a complex world that is constantly changing.
