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      Dartmouth College

      Strategic Leadership: Impact, Change, and Decision-Making

      Skills you'll gain: Leadership and Management, Entrepreneurship, Strategy and Operations, Human Resources, Research and Design, Business Psychology, Leadership Development, Business Analysis, Critical Thinking, People Development, Professional Development, Communication, People Management, Marketing, Sales, Strategy, Talent Management, Decision Making, Planning, Supply Chain and Logistics, Project Management, Creativity, Organizational Development, Emotional Intelligence, Accounting, Change Management, Corporate Accouting, Finance, Risk Management, Collaboration, Computer Architecture, Computer Networking, Network Architecture, Computer Programming, Econometrics, General Statistics, Operations Management, Probability & Statistics, Programming Principles, Adaptability, Business Communication, Computer Graphics, Culture, Graphic Design, Human Computer Interaction, Human Learning, Influencing, Innovation, Problem Solving, Social Media, User Experience, Advertising Sales, Audit, Bioinformatics, Business Process Management, Computer Vision, Customer Relationship Management, General Accounting, Machine Learning

      4.9

      (142 reviews)

      Beginner · Specialization · 3-6 Months

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      University of California, Irvine

      Effective Problem-Solving and Decision-Making

      Skills you'll gain: Decision Making, Entrepreneurship, Leadership and Management, Problem Solving, Research and Design, Brand Management, Marketing, Project Management, Strategy and Operations, Basic Descriptive Statistics, Change Management, Collaboration, Communication, Critical Thinking, Human Resources, Leadership Development, Plot (Graphics), Statistical Visualization, Visualization (Computer Graphics)

      4.5

      (5.6k reviews)

      Beginner · Course · 1-4 Weeks

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      University of Minnesota

      Advanced Models for Decision Making

      Skills you'll gain: Decision Making, Entrepreneurship, Leadership and Management, Operations Research, Research and Design, Strategy and Operations, Mathematical Theory & Analysis, Mathematics, Accounting, Big Data, Business Analysis, Data Analysis, Data Management, Financial Analysis, Operations Management

      4.8

      (39 reviews)

      Beginner · Course · 1-4 Weeks

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      University of Pennsylvania

      Finance & Quantitative Modeling for Analysts

      Skills you'll gain: Accounting, Business Analysis, Financial Accounting, Finance, Data Analysis, Probability & Statistics, Statistical Analysis, Financial Analysis, Entrepreneurship, General Statistics, Spreadsheet Software, Data Model, Decision Making, Forecasting, Leadership and Management, Microsoft Excel, Planning, Statistical Tests, Strategy, Strategy and Operations, Business Transformation, Data Management, Estimation, Marketing, Probability Distribution, Regression, Sales, Supply Chain and Logistics, Financial Management, Business Research, Correlation And Dependence, Data Visualization, Investment Management, Research and Design, Statistical Visualization, Taxes, Accounts Payable and Receivable, Performance Management, Data Analysis Software, Design and Product, Market Research, Mathematics, Product Management, Product Marketing

      4.5

      (15k reviews)

      Beginner · Specialization · 3-6 Months

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      Dartmouth College

      Decision-Making: Blending Art & Science

      Skills you'll gain: Strategy and Operations, Leadership and Management, Entrepreneurship, Research and Design, Business Analysis, Critical Thinking, Decision Making, Human Resources, Leadership Development, Planning, Supply Chain and Logistics, Communication, Emotional Intelligence, Marketing, Sales, Strategy, Accounting, Corporate Accouting, Finance, Risk Management, Business Psychology, Change Management, Computer Programming, Econometrics, General Statistics, Operations Management, Organizational Development, Probability & Statistics, Programming Principles, Project Management

      4.8

      (33 reviews)

      Beginner · Course · 1-4 Weeks

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      University at Buffalo

      Data-Driven Decision Making (DDDM)

      Skills you'll gain: Business Analysis, Data Analysis, Leadership and Management, Strategy and Operations, Entrepreneurship, Statistical Analysis, Data Analysis Software, Data Visualization, Data Visualization Software, Operations Management, Business Communication, Business Process Management, Business Psychology, Communication, Data Management, Data Structures, Database Administration, Databases, Operational Analysis, Operations Research, Organizational Development, Performance Management, Planning, Process Analysis, Research and Design, Security Engineering, Software Security, Statistical Visualization, Supply Chain and Logistics, Theoretical Computer Science, Computer Architecture, Computer Graphics, Computer Networking, Human Computer Interaction, Interactive Design, Internet Of Things, Marketing, Network Architecture, Power BI, Sales, Software Engineering, Strategy

      4.6

      (275 reviews)

      Beginner · Specialization · 1-3 Months

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      University of Michigan

      Leading People and Teams

      Skills you'll gain: Human Resources, Leadership and Management, Business Psychology, Entrepreneurship, People Development, Communication, Collaboration, Professional Development, Business Communication, Leadership Development, Influencing, Marketing, Decision Making, Emotional Intelligence, Employee Relations, Human Resources Operations, Talent Management, Conflict Management, Recruitment, Storytelling, Strategy, Performance Management, Sales, Strategy and Operations

      4.7

      (9.7k reviews)

      Beginner · Specialization · 3-6 Months

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      University of Colorado Boulder

      Business Analytics for Decision Making

      Skills you'll gain: Data Analysis, Business Analysis, Machine Learning, Markov Model, Algorithms, Big Data, Data Analysis Software, Machine Learning Algorithms, Statistical Analysis, Theoretical Computer Science, Exploratory Data Analysis

      4.6

      (1.8k reviews)

      Mixed · Course · 1-4 Weeks

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      PwC

      Data-driven Decision Making

      Skills you'll gain: Basic Descriptive Statistics, Business Analysis, Data Analysis, Regression, Big Data, Data Analysis Software, Data Management, Data Visualization, Data Visualization Software, Decision Making, Entrepreneurship, Leadership and Management

      4.6

      (5.8k reviews)

      Beginner · Course · 1-4 Weeks

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      University of Pennsylvania

      Decision-Making and Scenarios

      Skills you'll gain: Decision Making, Leadership and Management, Accounting, Financial Accounting, General Accounting, Taxes, Entrepreneurship, Finance, Investment Management, Management Accounting, Spreadsheet Software, Accounts Payable and Receivable, Business Analysis, Cash Management, Corporate Accouting, Data Analysis, Financial Analysis, Forecasting, Probability & Statistics

      4.6

      (1.7k reviews)

      Mixed · Course · 1-4 Weeks

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      Tecnológico de Monterrey

      Critical thinking: reasoned decision making

      Skills you'll gain: Business Analysis, Critical Thinking, Entrepreneurship, Human Resources, Leadership Development, Leadership and Management, Problem Solving, Business Psychology, Communication, People Development, Research and Design, Business Communication, Decision Making, Customer Relationship Management, Change Management, FinTech, Finance, Marketing, Strategy and Operations

      4.5

      (24 reviews)

      Intermediate · Course · 1-4 Weeks

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      University of Lausanne

      Unethical Decision Making in Organizations

      Skills you'll gain: Decision Making, Entrepreneurship, Leadership and Management, Business Psychology, Organizational Development, Business Analysis, Critical Thinking, Research and Design, Strategy and Operations

      4.8

      (383 reviews)

      Beginner · Course · 1-3 Months

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    In summary, here are 10 of our most popular decision making courses

    • Strategic Leadership: Impact, Change, and Decision-Making: Dartmouth College
    • Effective Problem-Solving and Decision-Making: University of California, Irvine
    • Advanced Models for Decision Making: University of Minnesota
    • Finance & Quantitative Modeling for Analysts: University of Pennsylvania
    • Decision-Making: Blending Art & Science: Dartmouth College
    • Data-Driven Decision Making (DDDM): University at Buffalo
    • Leading People and Teams: University of Michigan
    • Business Analytics for Decision Making: University of Colorado Boulder
    • Data-driven Decision Making: PwC
    • Decision-Making and Scenarios: University of Pennsylvania

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    Frequently Asked Questions about Decision Making

    • Decision-making skills are the ability to evaluate several courses of action and choose which to take. This is an important life skill as well as a business leadership skill, since effective problem-solving requires deciding on a solution. However, making smart business decisions isn’t just about being decisive in an abstract sense.

      Effective decision-making is a skill that requires a combination of critical thinking and data analysis. In a business context, a familiarity with tools of financial analysis is especially important for decision-making, although the financial bottom line isn’t always the only factor to be considered in a careful cost-benefit analysis. For example, a growing number of companies consider corporate social responsibility principles and a “triple bottom line” approach that also looks at social and environmental costs and benefits.

      Beyond cost-benefit analyses, there are approaches informed by psychology that are used to make decisions as well as describe decision-making in the real world. Decision theory uses tools similar to game theory to analyze how decisions are affected by uncertainty, different timing between decisions and impacts, social and competitive situations, and other factors. And behavioral economics helps to understand how cognitive bias can influence decision-making, as in the case of the sunk cost fallacy which results in economically irrational decisions based on previous investments.‎

    • Decision-making skills are essential for leadership positions in every field, whether chief executive officers (CEOs) of corporations, executive directors of non-profit advocacy groups, or government roles such as mayors and governors. These leaders are responsible for setting organizational goals and policies and, ultimately, making decisions on how to achieve them.

      According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, top executives earn a median pay of $104,690 per year, including a median pay of $184,460 for CEOs. This high level of compensation is a testament to the importance of savvy decision-making skills, which are in high demand in organizations of all kinds.‎

    • Absolutely. Coursera lets you learn about decision-making and related topics like problem-solving, psychology, and leadership from top-ranked schools like the University of California, Irvine, the University of Michigan, and the University of Pennsylvania. And although you’ll be learning remotely, you’ll get the same course materials as on-campus students as well as opportunities to discuss these important topics in leadership with expert faculty as well as your fellow students.‎

    • Everyone can benefit from learning about decision making, both in their personal and professional lives, so you may not need any previous experience or skills to study the concept. However, any type of work experience may help prepare you for your studies. Once you've worked in a field, you'll better understand why decision-making skills are important and how you can use them to advance your career or even get a new job in your field.‎

    • A person who is a leader and good communicator is best suited to work in roles that involve strong decision-making skills. As a matter of fact, learning how to be a good decision maker can lead to supervisory and management positions in your field. You should also be an active listener and someone who can easily convey to other people what your thoughts and ideas are. People who are strong decision makers tend to be good analyzers, troubleshooters, problem solvers, and critical thinkers. This helps them gather the evidence they need to make a choice. Other skills needed for roles that require good decision-making skills are time management, logic, reasoning, and intuition. You'll also need to have good interpersonal skills, as well as be a good collaborator who doesn't shy away from teamwork.‎

    • Decision-making studies or skills look good on any resume, so if you're looking for a new career or starting a career, learning about it may be right for you. It can also be helpful if you're looking to be promoted into a managerial position at work. Decision-making skills are very important for people in roles of leadership. If you currently work in a managerial position or any position in any field and find that you're having trouble making sound decisions at work, learning how to do so can improve your work performance. Learning it can also help you make better decisions in your personal life.‎

    This FAQ content has been made available for informational purposes only. Learners are advised to conduct additional research to ensure that courses and other credentials pursued meet their personal, professional, and financial goals.
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