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Study behavioral economics

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Study behavioral economics

Behavioral economics bridges psychology and economics to explain how people actually make decisions, rather than how traditional theory assumes they should. This learning plan is essential for professionals in marketing, policy, finance, product design, and management who need to understand and influence human behavior. It's equally valuable for anyone seeking to make better personal decisions by understanding their own cognitive biases.

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1 h 54 m
11 coursesUpdated 127 days ago
Predictably IrrationalThinking, fast and slowThe Art of Thinking Clearly11 sources

How This Learning Plan Was Made

This plan was crafted by BeFreed's proprietary AI to help you learn Study behavioral economics with ease. It is curated from in-depth research on the topic and structured around the most effective learning journeys proven by BeFreed users.

Each episode delivers bite-sized, high-impact lessons distilled from world-class sources — bestselling books, research papers, and expert insights. Together, they form a sophisticated yet accessible path to mastering Study behavioral economics.

What You'll Learn

  • Understand the psychological foundations of why humans make irrational economic decisions and deviate from traditional economic theory
  • Identify and recognize cognitive biases and mental shortcuts that systematically influence your own judgment and decision-making
  • Design choice architectures and nudges that guide better decisions in policy, business, and personal contexts without restricting freedom
  • Apply behavioral economics principles to real-world challenges in finance, consumer behavior, and market design
  • Master the tools to predict and influence economic behavior by understanding how incentives, biases, and context shape outcomes at scale

Discover why humans consistently make irrational decisions and learn the core principles of behavioral economics through engaging experiments and real-world examples.

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Predictably Irrational

Explores hidden forces shaping our decisions, revealing systematic irrationality in human behavior through engaging experiments and real-world applications.

9 m
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Thinking, Fast and Slow

Insights into human decision-making and cognitive biases

8 m

Master the mental shortcuts and systematic errors that shape all human judgment, learning to recognize how these patterns influence your own decisions.

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The Art Of Thinking Clearly

Uncover cognitive biases and logical fallacies to make better decisions in all aspects of life through 99 insightful chapters.

8 m
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Nudge: The Final EditionNoise: A Flaw in Human JudgmentInfluence: The Psychology of PersuasionSuperforecasting: The Art and Science of Prediction
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The Mind's Hidden Shortcuts: How Psychological Biases Shape Decisions

Discover how your brain's automatic shortcuts secretly influence every decision you make. Drawing from Daniel Kahneman's 'Thinking, Fast and Slow,' Julia Galef's 'Scout Mindset,' and Thaler & Sunstein's 'Nudge,' learn practical tools to recognize and outsmart these mental patterns in work and life.

12 m
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Decisive

A practical guide to overcoming biases and making smarter decisions in work and life using the WRAP process.

9 m

Learn how to design environments and systems that guide better decisions without restricting freedom, applying behavioral insights to real-world policy and business challenges.

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Nudge

Using small changes to guide better decisions on health, wealth, and happiness.

9 m
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Misbehaving

A Nobel laureate's witty account of how human irrationality shapes economics, challenging traditional assumptions with real-world insights.

10 m
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The Art of Everyday Influence

Master the psychology behind human decision-making to ethically influence others at work, home, and beyond. Discover why 95% of choices are unconscious and learn proven techniques to align your goals with others' values for win-win outcomes.

20 m

Explore sophisticated behavioral economics applications in finance, consumer behavior, and market design, understanding how incentives and biases shape economic outcomes at scale.

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Phishing for Phools

Nobel-winning economists expose how free markets exploit human weaknesses, challenging assumptions about rational economic behavior and consumer choice.

9 m
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Dollars and Sense

Challenging financial assumptions with humor and behavioral economics to make smarter money choices.

9 m
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Influence: The Psychology of PersuasionAtomic HabitsHooked: How to Build Habit-Forming ProductsNudge: The Final Edition
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Mind Games: How Psychology Fuels Billion-Dollar Tech Companies

Discover how Amazon, Netflix, and TikTok engineer addictive experiences through psychological principles. Drawing from Dr. Andrew Huberman's research, Sheena Iyengar's famous jam study, and Robert Cialdini's influence principles, we reveal the invisible forces shaping your daily decisions-and how to use them ethically.

10 m

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Psych, Finance & Behavioral Science study

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Psych, Finance & Behavioral Science study

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Study Econ, Neuroscience & Strategy

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Study Econ, Neuroscience & Strategy

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Economics, Human Behavior & Game Design

Economics, Human Behavior & Game Design

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Economics, Human Behavior & Game Design

This learning plan bridges economics, psychology, and game design to reveal how human behavior shapes markets and decision-making. Ideal for product designers, business strategists, and anyone interested in understanding the psychological foundations of economic systems and creating more engaging experiences.

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Behavior, Business & Personal Finance Study

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Study Mind, Business & Human Behavior

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Study Mind, Business & Human Behavior

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Study Beh. Sci, History & Psychology

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Study Beh. Sci, History & Psychology

Understanding the intersection of history, psychology, and behavioral science is essential for navigating modern social and professional environments. This plan is ideal for leaders, policymakers, and lifelong learners seeking to master the mechanics of human thought and social influence.

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Habits, Economics & Mindfulness Study

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Habits, Economics & Mindfulness Study

This study plan bridges the gap between rational economic logic, neurological habit patterns, and psychological presence. It is ideal for professionals and lifelong learners seeking to optimize their decision-making systems and align their daily actions with long-term goals.

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