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    • U

      University of Colorado System

      Sustainable Business: Big Issues, Big Changes

      Skills you'll gain: Corporate Sustainability, Environmental Social And Corporate Governance (ESG), Supply Chain Management, Occupational Safety And Health, Environmental Issue, Business Risk Management, Business Operations, Environmental Resource Management, Water Resources, Key Performance Indicators (KPIs), Cost Benefit Analysis, Operational Efficiency, Employee Retention

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      100 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • Status: Free
      Free
      C

      Coursera Instructor Network

      Safety First: EV Maintenance & Best Practices

      Skills you'll gain: Electrical Safety, Maintenance, Repair, and Facility Services, Hardware Troubleshooting, Low Voltage, Safety Training, Basic Electrical Systems, High Voltage, Wiring Diagram, Wire Harnesses, Power Electronics, Electronic Components, Maintainability, Safety and Security, Thermal Management, Transportation Operations

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      21 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • D

      Duke University

      Introduction to Programming and Animation with Alice

      Skills you'll gain: Event-Driven Programming, Storyboarding, Programming Principles, 3D Modeling, Storytelling, Computer Graphics, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Computer Programming, Scripting, Algorithms, Computational Thinking, Debugging

      4.2
      Rating, 4.2 out of 5 stars
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      42 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • Status: Free
      Free
      C

      Coursera Instructor Network

      GenAI for Business Intelligence Analysts

      Skills you'll gain: Business Intelligence, Generative AI, Business Analytics, Business Process Automation, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Data Ethics, OpenAI, Data Storytelling, Advanced Analytics, Exploratory Data Analysis, Interactive Data Visualization, ChatGPT, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML)

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      8 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • R

      Rutgers the State University of New Jersey

      AI Ethics in Business

      Skills you'll gain: Business Ethics, Data Ethics, Regulatory Compliance, Governance, Compliance Management, Artificial Intelligence, Business Management, Regulatory Affairs, Accountability, Information Privacy, Personally Identifiable Information, Decision Making, Generative AI

      3.6
      Rating, 3.6 out of 5 stars
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      7 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • U

      Universidad de los Andes

      Recuperación de proyectos en crisis

      Skills you'll gain: Crisis Management, Project Controls, Earned Value Management, Problem Management, Project Documentation, Risk Management, Project Performance, Project Management, Project Planning, Process Improvement, Stakeholder Management, Root Cause Analysis, Decision Making

      4.9
      Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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      56 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • U

      University of Colorado Boulder

      Classification Analysis

      Skills you'll gain: Data Analysis, Applied Machine Learning, Supervised Learning, Exploratory Data Analysis, Classification And Regression Tree (CART), Machine Learning Algorithms, Data Science, Predictive Modeling, Feature Engineering, Machine Learning

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • M

      Microsoft

      Generative AI for Data Science with Copilot

      Skills you'll gain: Generative AI, Data Ethics, Artificial Intelligence, Personally Identifiable Information, Data Security, Microsoft Development Tools, Data Science, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Information Privacy, Applied Machine Learning, Anomaly Detection, Data Cleansing, Data Analysis

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      24 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • E

      ESADE Business and Law School

      La gestión en la empresa familiar

      Skills you'll gain: Business Management, Organizational Structure, Governance, Systems Thinking, Business Relationship Management, Succession Planning, Risk Management Framework, Business Strategy, Performance Improvement, Human Resource Strategy, Leadership, Decision Making, Communication

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      147 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • U

      University of California San Diego

      Internet of Things Capstone V2: Build a Mobile Surveillance System

      Skills you'll gain: Software Design, System Design and Implementation, Internet Of Things, Technical Documentation, Technical Communication, Mobile Development, Development Testing, System Testing, Software Development, Wireless Networks, Embedded Systems, Creative Design, Electronic Components

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      13 reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • N

      Northeastern University

      Mastering Negotiation Skills & Strategies

      Skills you'll gain: Negotiation, Conflict Management, Behavioral Economics, Sales, Decision Making, Relationship Building, Communication, Active Listening

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      6 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • I

      IIMA - IIM Ahmedabad

      Transforming Life and Organizations in the Digital Age

      Skills you'll gain: Digital Transformation, Innovation, Business Transformation, Organizational Strategy, Artificial Intelligence, Organizational Effectiveness, Technology Strategies, Industrial and Organizational Psychology, Human Learning, Computational Thinking, Human Factors, Decision Making

      4.9
      Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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      27 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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

    • Sustainable Business: Big Issues, Big Changes: University of Colorado System
    • Safety First: EV Maintenance & Best Practices: Coursera Instructor Network
    • Introduction to Programming and Animation with Alice: Duke University
    • GenAI for Business Intelligence Analysts: Coursera Instructor Network
    • AI Ethics in Business: Rutgers the State University of New Jersey
    • Recuperación de proyectos en crisis: Universidad de los Andes
    • Classification Analysis: University of Colorado Boulder
    • Generative AI for Data Science with Copilot: Microsoft
    • La gestión en la empresa familiar: ESADE Business and Law School
    • Internet of Things Capstone V2: Build a Mobile Surveillance System: University of California San Diego

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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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