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Becoming a Decision Thinker

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Illinois Tech

Becoming a Decision Thinker

Jeremy Alexis

Instructor: Jeremy Alexis

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Gain insight into a topic and learn the fundamentals.
Beginner level

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1 week to complete
at 10 hours a week
Flexible schedule
Learn at your own pace
Gain insight into a topic and learn the fundamentals.
Beginner level

Recommended experience

1 week to complete
at 10 hours a week
Flexible schedule
Learn at your own pace

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There are 4 modules in this course

This module establishes the foundational distinction between decision quality and outcome quality, emphasizing that good processes are the true driver of long-term success. Learners are introduced to the six criteria of Decision Quality and the "Weakest Link Principle" to understand how to effectively improve their decision-making skills.

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6 videos2 readings2 assignments1 discussion prompt

This module reframes AI as a collaborative "thinking partner" that amplifies human judgment and addresses overconfidence through Bayesian thinking. 

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10 videos1 reading3 assignments

This module provides tactical tools to mitigate cognitive biases and move from point estimates to robust, probabilistic decision-making. 

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5 videos1 reading4 assignments

Learners define the "real" decision and structure their goals to ensure analysis is directed at the right problem using hierarchies and value weights. 

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14 videos1 reading4 assignments

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Jeremy Alexis
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