Decision Making with Problem Solving & Critical Thinking

UPDATES NOVEMBER 2026:

• New section on Thinking Better.

• Decision-making techniques remade.

Welcome to "Decision Making with Problem Solving & Critical Thinking," an immersive course designed to arm you with the techniques, principles, and tools to make sound decisions and solve complex problems in both professional and personal settings.

Dive Deep into the Art & Science of Decision Making

Our journey begins with a captivating real-world story in "Overcoming Luck: The Baltimore Stockbroker," setting the stage for our deep dive into the art and science of decision-making. From understanding cognitive processes to examining our inherent biases, we'll unravel the secrets behind how we make decisions, and more importantly, how we can make them better.

Unlock Key Techniques for Decision Making

In this course, you will learn how to:

• Understand and avoid common decision-making pitfalls like narrow framing and uncertainty aversion.

• Apply key techniques like the ROI approach, Expected Value, and the use of a Decision Making Matrix in real-world scenarios.

• Recognize and overcome cognitive biases like confirmation bias and anchoring bias.

• Effectively utilize Artificial Intelligence and predictive analytics in your decision-making process.

Learn by Doing with Real-World Scenarios

Practical exercises, such as deciding on an investment in a new Amazon warehouse, will complement the theoretical learning, allowing you to put these techniques to the test. You'll get the chance to grapple with real-world scenarios that bring these concepts to life, allowing you to master them effectively.

Overcome Cognitive Biases

This course is structured in five comprehensive sections, each diving into crucial aspects of decision-making and problem-solving. You'll journey from understanding the core of how we make decisions, through exploring key techniques, and uncovering our cognitive biases, finally landing on actionable strategies for becoming a better decision-maker.

Your Personal Guide: Combining Academic Knowledge with Industry Experience

Your guide on this journey is an experienced instructor with a rich background in decision sciences, bringing not just academic knowledge, but also industry experience to the table. I'll weave in examples from my own experiences, helping you see these principles in action.

Join the Journey to Master Decision Making

Join me on this journey to master decision-making and problem-solving and unlock a vital skill set that's indispensable in today's complex world. By the end of this course, you'll be well-equipped with a range of techniques and tools, ready to make sound decisions and solve problems efficiently and effectively. Let's start this journey together. Enroll today!