Master Strategic Decision-Making: A Comprehensive Game Theory Course

What you will learn:

Fundamental Game Theory Principles
Career Paths Utilizing Game Theory
Comprehensive Game Theory Framework
Game Modeling and Classification
Strategic Interaction Analysis
Game Solving Techniques
Advanced Game Theory Concepts (Repeated & Stochastic Games)
Real-world Application of Game Theory
Equilibrium Concept Application
Decision-Making Enhancement

Description

Ready to make smarter, more strategic decisions in all aspects of your life?

This in-depth Game Theory course isn't just about board games; it's about mastering strategic thinking, planning, and problem-solving for real-world success.

Dive deep into the core concepts of Game Theory: From modeling and classifying games to analyzing strategic interactions and applying equilibrium concepts, you'll gain a complete understanding.

Learn through interactive examples and real-world applications. This course avoids abstract theory and instead uses engaging examples to build practical skills.

Explore advanced topics including repeated and stochastic games. Go beyond the basics and acquire proficiency in handling more complex scenarios.

Unlock career opportunities across various fields. Game Theory skills are invaluable in business, finance, negotiations, and more.

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My journey with Game Theory started with childhood chess, teaching me foresight and strategic planning. My formal education continued at IIM Bangalore and IIM Udaipur, where I honed my skills and developed this course based on years of practical experience.

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“This course gave me a powerful new framework for strategic thinking, leading to better decisions in my business.”

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Curriculum

Introduction

This introductory section lays the foundation for the course, providing a brief overview of Game Theory and its applications. It contains a single lecture which introduces the fundamental concept of Game Theory and its importance in various real-world contexts. The lecture 'Introduction' gives you a preview of the benefits and concepts you'll explore in depth throughout the course.

Overview

This section provides a comprehensive overview of Game Theory, covering its key components and providing foundational knowledge. Lectures 'Overview I' and 'Overview II' delves into the core principles, while 'Overview III' and 'Overview IV' explore practical applications and examples, solidifying understanding with interactive questions for each section.

Modeling The Game

Learn the process of transforming real-world scenarios into game-theoretic models. This section utilizes examples to illustrate how to model various game situations through multiple lectures. Each 'Modeling The Game' lecture builds upon previous knowledge, culminating in understanding how to accurately represent strategic interactions within a defined framework, and is accompanied by corresponding interactive questions.

Classifying The Game

This section teaches you to categorize different types of games based on their characteristics, using various examples to reinforce learning. Through 'Classifying the Game I, II and III', you'll learn to identify key features that determine a game's structure and implications, with interactive questions following each lecture to solidify understanding.

Analyzing Strategic Interactions

This section explains how to analyze the strategic interactions between players in a game, predicting potential outcomes and exploring different scenarios. The three lectures, 'Analyzing Strategic Interactions I, II and III', provide an in-depth look at identifying and analyzing strategic interactions, each concludes with a question and answer segment.

Solving The Game

This section covers techniques for solving various types of games, determining optimal strategies, and predicting outcomes. The section provides step-by-step guides for solving games and allows students to practice their understanding through question-based assessments after each lecture 'Solving The Game I and II'.

Considering Repeated Games

This section delves into the complexities of repeated games, exploring the impact of repeated interactions on strategic decision-making. You'll delve into strategic considerations within repeated interactions through multiple lectures in this section, solidifying your knowledge with interactive questions following each lecture on 'Considering Repeated Games I to XV'.

Considering Stochastic Games

This section introduces stochastic games—games with elements of chance. Lectures 'Considering Stochastic Games I to VII' will explore how to incorporate probability into game-theoretic analysis. Interactive questions are interspersed to check comprehension and allow for deeper engagement.

Applying Equilibrium Concepts

This section focuses on applying core equilibrium concepts to solve various game-theoretic models. The 'Applying Equilibrium Concepts I to V' lectures illustrate the practical application of Nash Equilibrium and other concepts, with interactive questions for each lecture to check understanding.

Contextual Analysis

This section focuses on applying Game Theory to real-world scenarios, covering a wide array of case studies to reinforce practical application and solidify learning. Each 'Contextual Analysis I to XXVI' lecture provides a specific case study with corresponding questions to enhance learning and encourage in-depth understanding of real-world application.

Summary

This section provides a concise overview of all the key concepts covered in the course, reinforcing the learning process and preparing students for applying their newfound knowledge. The 'Summary' lecture acts as a culmination, providing students with a review of the main concepts learned throughout the course.

Related Resources

This section concludes with recommendations for further learning, pointing you towards other resources to expand your knowledge of Game Theory and related areas of study. The 'Master in Systems Thinking' lecture provides links and pointers towards complimentary and expanded learning.