The document discusses decision making. It begins by defining decision making as the cognitive process of selecting an action from alternatives. It then discusses the decision making process, which involves defining the decision, considering all options, gathering information, analyzing pros and cons, selecting an option, implementing a plan, and monitoring results. Barriers to good decision making like being hasty or narrow are also covered. Tools for decision making like SWOT analysis are presented. SWOT involves identifying internal strengths and weaknesses and external opportunities and threats.

1. Zaid Ali Alsagoff [email_address] Module 6: Decision Making

3. Should You Ask? Sir, why is my coursework marks so low? I deserve higher marks. Hehehe!

4. Which Mobile Phone should I buy? What are the things you consider before making a decision?

5. What should I wear for class (or work) today? What are the things you consider before making a decision?

7. What is Decision Making? "No sensible decision can be made any longer without taking into account not only the world as it is, but the world as it will be. . ." - Isaac Asimov

9. Barriers to Good Decision Making “ Successful leaders have the courage to take action while others hesitate.” - John C. Maxwell

11. Decision Making Process “ Making good decisions is a crucial skill at every level. ” - Peter Drucker

13. Decision Making Tools “ Because I'm thinking in a broader way, I feel like I am able to make better decisions.” - Takafumi Horie

15. SWOT Analysis T hreats O pportunities W eaknesses S trengths

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26. Contact Details Zaid Ali Alsagoff UNIVERSITI TUN ABDUL RAZAK 16-5, Jalan SS 6/12 47301 Kelana Jaya Selangor Darul Ehsan Malaysia E-mail: [email_address] Tel: 603-7627 7238 Fax: 603-7627 7246