Decision Modeling

Assignment 3: Discussion—Decision ModelingCharles Munger (1995), vice-chairman of Berkshire Hathaway, offers key insights on decision making and the tools, techniques, and critical skills that great managers develop and possess in his article “A Lesson on Elementary, Worldly Wisdom as it Relates to Investment Management & Business.” According to his concept of “multiple models,” different decisions require different means of evaluation.Review his article by searching the Internet using the following keywords:Charles MungerWorldly wisdom as it relates to investment management and businessRespond to the following:What does Munger mean by mental models?What are a few of the other key points discussed by Munger?Why does he call psychology “an ungodly important subject”?Write your initial response in approximately 350–500 words. Apply APA standards to citation of sources.By the due date assigned, post your response to the appropriate Discussion Area. Through the end of the module, review and comment on at least two peers’ responses. Consider the following in your comments:Did anyone notice the number of models mentioned by Munger? Is that a lot?How does the accumulation of models relate to the development of business wisdom?Why are Braun’s Five Ws such a powerful tool?How do permutations and combinations inform decision making and how does pattern recognition play into that concept?Munger, C. T. (1995). A Lesson on Elementary, Worldly Wisdom as it Relates to Investment Management & Business. Outstanding Investor Digest, 1, 49–63.
Assignment 3 Grading Criteria Maximum PointsExplained Munger’s ideas about mental models, psychology, and other key points discussed in the article.4Actively contributed to the discussion by providing points of view with rationale, challenging points of the discussion, or drawing relationships between points of the discussion.12Wrote in a clear, concise, and organized manner; demonstrated ethical scholarship in accurate representation and attribution of sources; displayed accurate spelling, grammar, and punctuation.4Total:20