This chapter discusses decision making and the decision making process. It defines decision making as selecting a course of action from available alternatives. The decision making process involves four steps: 1) identifying the problem or goal, 2) generating alternative solutions, 3) evaluating the alternatives, and 4) choosing an alternative. The chapter also discusses different types of decisions like programmed vs nonprogrammed and decisions under certainty, risk, or uncertainty. It covers techniques for developing alternatives, evaluating factors, and selecting a decision. Finally, the chapter discusses creativity, innovation, and brainstorming techniques.