Description
Course Name: Advanced Diploma in Decision Making
Course Id: ADDM/Q1001.
Eligibility: 10+2 (Higher Secondary) or equivalent.
Objective: The Advanced Diploma in Decision Making develops practical skills required to assess situations, think critically, evaluate alternatives and make reasoned choices. The course covers problem framing, logical reasoning, information assessment, creative thinking, judgement under uncertainty, cognitive biases, ethical considerations and collaborative decisions. It prepares learners to balance competing priorities, understand possible consequences, explain their choices and improve future judgement through reflection and outcome review.
Duration: Six Months.
How to Enroll and Get Certified in Your Chosen Course:
Step 1: Choose the course you wish to get certified in.
Step 2: Click on the “Enroll Now” button.
Step 3: Proceed with the enrollment process.
Step 4: Enter your billing details and continue to course fee payment.
Step 5: You will be redirected to the payment gateway. Pay the course and examination fee using one of the following methods:
Debit/Credit Card, Wallet, Paytm, Net Banking, UPI, or Google Pay.
Step 6: After successful payment, you will receive your study material login ID and password via email within 48 hours of fee payment.
Step 7: Once you complete the course, take the online examination.
Step 8: Upon passing the examination, you will receive:
- A soft copy (scanned) of your certificate via email within 7 days of the examination.
- A hard copy (original with official seal and signature) sent to your address within 45 days of the declaration of the result.
Step 9: After certification, you will receive job assistance aligned with your area of interest.
Online Examination Detail:
Duration- 120 minutes.
No. of Questions- 60. (Multiple Choice Questions).
10 Questions from each module, each carry 10 marks.
Maximum Marks- 600, Passing Marks- 40%.
There is no negative marking in this module.
| How Students will be Graded: | ||
| S.No. | Marks | Grade |
| 1 | 91-100 | O (Outstanding) |
| 2 | 81-90 | A+ (Excellent) |
| 3 | 71-80 | A (Very Good) |
| 4 | 61-70 | B (Good) |
| 5 | 51-60 | C (Average) |
| 6 | 41-50 | P (Pass) |
| 7 | 0-40 | F (Fail) |
Key Benefits of Certification- Earning a professional certification not only validates your skills but also enhances your employability. Here are the major benefits you gain:
Practical, Job-Ready Skills – Our certifications are designed to equip you with real-world, hands-on skills that match current industry demands — helping you become employment-ready from day one.
Lifetime Validity – Your certification is valid for a lifetime — no renewals or expirations. It serves as a permanent proof of your skills and training.
Lifetime Certificate Verification – Employers and institutions can verify your certification anytime through a secure and reliable verification system — adding credibility to your qualifications.
Industry-Aligned Certification –All certifications are developed in consultation with industry experts to ensure that what you learn is current, relevant, and aligned with market needs.
Preferred by Employers – Candidates from ISO-certified institutes are often prioritized by recruiters due to their exposure to standardized, high-quality training.
Free Job Assistance Based on Your Career Interests – Receive personalized job assistance and career guidance in your preferred domain, helping you land the right role faster.
Syllabus
Module 1: Decision Making Foundations and Problem Framing: Meaning and Importance of Decision Making, Everyday and Professional Decision Contexts, Routine and Non-Routine Choices, Stages of a Structured Decision Process, Recognizing When a Decision Is Needed, Defining the Decision Question, Clarifying Goals and Desired Outcomes, Identifying Constraints and Boundaries, Separating Symptoms from Problems, Establishing Decision Priorities.
Module 2: Critical Thinking and Evidence-Based Reasoning: Distinguishing Facts and Opinions, Identifying Assumptions, Evaluating Source Credibility, Assessing Evidence Relevance, Recognizing Logical Fallacies, Understanding Cause and Correlation, Interpreting Qualitative and Numerical Information, Comparing Conflicting Claims, Drawing Proportionate Conclusions, Identifying Further Information Needs.
Module 3: Creative Alternatives and Choice Evaluation: Expanding the Range of Options, Divergent and Convergent Thinking, Brainstorming and Mind Mapping, Challenging False Either-Or Choices, Defining Meaningful Evaluation Criteria, Comparing Advantages and Disadvantages, Assessing Practical Feasibility, Balancing Competing Values, Considering Opportunity Costs, Selecting and Explaining a Preferred Option.
Module 4: Judgement Under Uncertainty and Time Pressure: Understanding Incomplete Information, Distinguishing Possibility from Likelihood, Exploring Plausible Scenarios, Considering Short-Term and Long-Term Consequences, Assessing Potential Harm and Benefit, Testing Assumptions Through Small Experiments, Preserving Flexibility in Decisions, Preparing Alternative Courses of Action, Recognizing When to Delay or Seek Advice, Making Decisions Under Time Pressure.
Module 5: Psychological, Ethical and Collaborative Decisions: Recognizing Cognitive Shortcuts, Confirmation and Availability Biases, Anchoring and Framing Effects, Overconfidence and Hindsight Bias, Emotional Influences on Choices, Ethical Reasoning and Fairness, Considering Effects on Other People, Independent Thinking in Group Discussions, Resolving Differences in Preferences, Building Informed Group Agreement.
Module 6: Taking Action and Improving Decision Quality: Turning Choices into Practical Actions, Communicating Decisions Clearly, Anticipating Implementation Obstacles, Establishing Observable Success Criteria, Tracking Results and Unexpected Effects, Distinguishing Good Reasoning from Good Luck, Recognizing When to Change Course, Maintaining a Reflective Decision Journal, Developing Personal Decision Habits, Integrated Decision Making Case Study.
Job Opportunities after Advanced Diploma in Decision Making
Learners can apply decision-making skills in administrative, coordination, customer-service and business-support roles. Eligibility for specific positions depends on broader qualifications, industry knowledge and experience.
Top Roles: Management Trainee, Administrative Executive, Business Support Executive, Operations Coordinator, Project Assistant, Planning Assistant, Customer Service Executive, Process Coordinator, Sales Support Executive and Team Coordinator.
Key Skills: Critical thinking, problem framing, evidence assessment, logical reasoning, creative option generation, consequence evaluation, bias awareness, ethical judgement, collaborative discussion and reflective learning.
Indicative Salary Range (India):
- Entry-level: ₹2.5–6 LPA.
- Mid-level: ₹6–12 LPA.
- Senior-level: ₹12–25+ LPA.
Actual compensation varies by role, location, industry, employer and experience.
Scope: Learners can apply these skills in corporate offices, service businesses, retail organizations, manufacturing support functions, educational administration, hospitality, logistics and entrepreneurial activities.
Career Progression: With relevant experience and demonstrated performance, learners may progress toward team supervision, project coordination, business operations, departmental planning and managerial responsibilities.
