Decision Theory and Risk

Education facts

Code: 721A89

<p>This course presents the basic concepts, theories and problems of decision theory. Both individual and group decision theory will be covered. The course starts with a general overview of classical decision theory, and then focuses on more specific issues, as well as various alternatives to the classical theory. After this part of the course, we move on to group decision theory. Theories of group decisions include issues concerning principles for voting and methods for aggregating individual voters' preferences. The theory of decision is intertwined with systematic thinking about risk, and this part of the course will therefore contain a sustained presentation and discussion of issues related to handling risks, known and unknown, on an individual and societal level.&nbsp;</p>

Entry requirements

180 ECTS credits passed including 90 ECTS credits in a main field of study. English corresponding to the level of English in Swedish upper secondary education (Engelska 6 or Engelska nivå 2). Exemption from Swedish

Education offerings

Each offering has its own dates and conditions. Closed offerings are retained as history and do not mean that a new application is open.

• Decision Theory and Risk

  Linköping University

  Start date: 21 September 2026

  End date: 25 October 2026

  Pace of study: 100 %