Beyond Intuition: The Art of Farsighted Decision-Making

Course Overview

Most people think they’re fairly skilled at making big life decisions. But in his groundbreaking book, Farsighted: How We Make the Decisions That Matter the Most, science historian Steven Johnson argues that we’re not as good as we think.

Drawing insights from behavioral psychology, neuroscience, military strategy, and management theory, Johnson builds a compelling case for why typical decision-making processes are too narrow – and the benefits of a more full-spectrum approach.

In this course, you’ll learn to tackle complex, long-term decisions with conclusions from Johnson’s book – including how to map your options, predict outcomes, and consider your values before making final choices.

Unique Features of the Course

• Interactive Course
• Video(s)
• Knowledge Check(s)
• Quiz

Table to Content

INTRODUCTION

• Think Full-Spectrum

MAPPING

• Generate Other Options
• Seek Out Diversity

PREDICTING

• Ditch the Single-Focus Approach
• Scenario Plans & Premortems

DECIDING

• Consider the Possibility
• Weigh the Values

SUMMARY

• Conclusion
• Quiz

Intended audience

This course is intended for undergraduate and postgraduate students as well as working professionals from all streams/departments/functions.