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Experimental Methods in Decision Studies (FNCE90070)

Graduate courseworkPoints: 12.5On Campus (Parkville)

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This subject involves in-depth analysis of experimental design used for the study of human decision-making. The focus is on the experimental research pipeline. This includes the design of experiments involving human participants and related data analysis in the context of theoretical models of choice under uncertainty, inter-temporal choice, and complex choice situations. The subject also includes topics of good scientific practice and meta-research.

Intended learning outcomes

On successful completion of this subject students should be able to:

 

  • Identify an open research question in the field and generate a corresponding research hypothesis that can be tested experimentally.
  • Design an experiment appropriate to testing or exploring theories about human decision-making.
  • Design and validate a data analysis pipeline that is appropriate for the scientific question at hand.
  • Critically evaluate experimental research studies.
  • Identify good research practices and explain their relevance.

Generic skills

  • a high-level ability of critical thinking, interpretation and analysis skills.
  • a moderate-level ability of collaborative learning, teamwork, application of theory to practice, written communication, and oral communication.
  • some ability of statistical reasoning and coding/programming skills.

Last updated: 4 March 2025