This DB has three parts.  

1. When making a decision it is human nature to make assumptions. Understanding the assumptions along with the consequences should those assumptions be incorrect is important.  A best practice when making a decision is to make a list of any assumptions that exist.  Discuss a decision you have made in the past in your professional life that was based on assumptions that proved to be incorrect.  What were the consequences and how did you handle the resulting situation? 
2. There are many different decision making models available such as: the rational model; the seven step model; and the Carnegie model to name a few.  What are the pros and cons of managers using decision making models?  
3. What factors should be taken into consideration when collecting data for a strategic decision?

In your own words, please post a response to the Discussion Board and comment on other postings. You will be graded on the quality of your postings.

For assistance with your assignment, please use your text, Web resources, and all course materials.

Discussion Board Reminders: 

• Must have 3 posts:  A main post and two replies to peers.
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  • First post: Either your main post or a reply to others must be posted before midnight CT (Central time) on Friday of each week. 
  • Second and third post: Must be posted on a different day from the first post. 
• Connect to content: At least 1 post must refer to course learning materials. See the Academic Resource on Discussion Boardsfor help with connecting to the content. 
• Engaging in class discussions: For more information on making the most of your class dialog, review the Academic Resource on Discussion Boards. 

Grading Rubric

Assignment CriteriaProficient DescriptorPoints

Quality of  Main Post

21 Points 
Total

Student’s main post meets or exceeds the following requirements: 

• Responds completely to all of parts of discussion question. (6 points)
• Communicates content information accuratelyand/or logically (5 points)
• Delivers a thoughtfulresponse demonstrating insights and reflections (5 points)
• Connects to both key content concepts and personal experiences (5 points)
/21 pts.

Response to Peers

20 Points
Total

Responds to a minimum of 2 peers.  (10 points per response)
o Substantive response (5 points)
o Furthers the conversation with peers. Examples could include:  (5 points)   

• Provides additional resources 
• Connects to key concepts 
• Shares personal or professional experiences 
• Contributes new information or perspective 
• Presents a competing viewpoint

/20 pts.

Support from Learning Resources

4 Points
Total

At least one post refers tocourse learning resources/4 pts.

Professional Writing

5 points

Response is well-organized, clear and free of grammatical and mechanical errors.

Posts demonstrate courtesy and respect for others.
/5 pts.Total50 Points Possible/50 pts.

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