Multi-Criteria Decision Analysis

Abstract

This introduction to “Multi-Criteria Decision Analysis” (MCDA) combines Decision Theory with practical application and computer-based decision support systems. The participants learn the basics of prescriptive Decision Theory (MAVT, MAUT). They apply the theory by working on an environmental decision problem in small groups. Outranking and descriptive Decision Theory are introduced.

General Information

Lecture: 701-1522-00 L, ETH Zürich, Spring Semester 2013 on Tuesdays, 08.15-10.00

Rooms: CAB G 56 or NO D 39 (the rooms on specific dates will be announced later)

Registration: The number of participants is limited to 25. Registration is based on a first come first serve basis; registration period ends by 19.02.2013.

First lecture: on 19.02.13 in CAB G 56 (8.15)

Lecturer: Judit Lienert, Eawag

Literature

Eisenführ, Franz; Weber, Martin; and Langer, Thomas (2010) Rational Decision Making. 1st edition, 447 p., Springer Verlag, ISBN 978-3-642-02850-2.

The required textbook can be bought in the first lecture for CHF 40.- (direct sale by PolyBuchhandlung outside the lecture room).

Information and course material

More information concerning the objectives of the course, contents, grading, suitability etc. see:  www.vvz.ethz.ch

More information for students and download of the course material (on Ilias) will be available when the lecture starts.

Questions?

Please send an email to: judit.lienert@eawag.ch