How to Make a Decision
| Module title | How to Make a Decision |
|---|---|
| Module code | POLM018NDU |
| Academic year | 2026/7 |
| Credits | 30 |
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Module description
Engaging with the theoretical literature and case-studies, the module examines the theory and practice of decision-making in the 21st century. The course addresses the relationship between command, leadership and management and will help you comprehend the complexity of strategic and military decision-making.
The module explores the theory and practice of decision-making, focusing on the constitutive issues of command, leadership and management. It begins with an introduction to the contemporary organisation; the context in which executive decisions are made, plotting the globalisation of organisations. The core of the module, then, examines major theories of decision-making, including the work of Peter Drucker, Irving Janis and conformity studies, Gary Klein, AI, etc. It concludes with a series of case-studies of good and bad decision-making. By the end of this module, you will have developed a good understanding of successful and unsuccessful decision-making.??
Module aims - intentions of the module
Intended Learning Outcomes (ILOs)
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ILO: Personal and key skills
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| Credit value | 30 |
|---|---|
| Module ECTS | 15 |
| NQF level (module) | 7 |
| Available as distance learning? | No |