Action Theories and Decisions Process

 

Ementa:

Introduction to Action and Decision Theory in the context of Management decision making. Ill-structured problems. Soft Operational research. Introduction to Problem Structuring Methods: SSM (Soft System Methodology), SODA (Strategic Option Development and Analysis), SCA (Strategic Choice Approach), VFT (Value Focused Thinking). Introduction to Multicriteria Decision Aid Methods: Promethée, Electre, Analytic Hierarchy Process.

 

Bibliografia

Abuabara, L., Paucar-Caceres, A., Belderrain, M. C. N., & Burrowes-Cromwell, T. (2017). A systemic framework based on Soft OR approaches to support teamwork strategy: an aviation manufacturer Brazilian company case. Journal of the Operational Research Society, 1-15.

Alencar, M. H., Priori Jr, L., & Alencar, L. H. (2017). Structuring objectives based on value-focused thinking methodology: Creating alternatives for sustainability in the built environment. Journal of Cleaner Production, 156, 62-73.

Nardi, P. C. C., da Silva, R. L. M., Ribeiro, E. M. S., & de Oliveira, S. V. W. B. (2017). Proposal for a methodology to monitor sustainability in the production of soft drinks in Ref PET. Journal of Cleaner Production, 151, 218-234.

Tatham, M. (2017). Disentangling actors from their environment? Pitfalls and added-value of the strategic-choice approach. International Journal of Public Administration, 1-14.

Upham, P., & Pérez, J. G. (2015). A cognitive mapping approach to understanding public objection to energy infrastructure: The case of wind power in Galicia, Spain. Renewable Energy, 83, 587-596.

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