This thesis examines the influence of cognitive biases on economic decision-making, highlighting their practical implications for both businesses and consumers. It begins with a theoretical overview of the evolution of rationality in economic thought, leading to the rise of behavioral economics as a response to the limitations of classical models. The core of the study is an experimental investigation that explores how emotions, contextual factors, and framing effects shape individual choices under conditions of risk and uncertainty. The results point to consistent departures from traditional rational models, reinforcing the importance of incorporating psychological insights into decision-making frameworks. The findings offer valuable guidance for designing more effective business strategies, marketing approaches, and consumer-focused policies.
La presente tesi esplora come i bias cognitivi influenzino le decisioni economiche, analizzando le implicazioni che ne derivano per aziende e consumatori. Dopo un inquadramento teorico che ripercorre l’evoluzione del concetto di razionalità e l’affermazione dell’economia comportamentale, l’analisi si concentra su un’indagine sperimentale volta a osservare l’effetto di emozioni, contesto e modalità di presentazione delle scelte sul comportamento individuale. I risultati evidenziano uno scostamento sistematico rispetto ai modelli classici, suggerendo la necessità di strategie decisionali più aderenti alla realtà psicologica degli individui. Le conclusioni offrono spunti utili per l’adozione di pratiche più efficaci nella progettazione di politiche aziendali, strumenti di marketing e interventi rivolti ai consumatori.
Strategie decisionali in economia comportamentale: implicazioni per aziende e consumatori
MARCHI, MEGAN
2024/2025
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This thesis examines the influence of cognitive biases on economic decision-making, highlighting their practical implications for both businesses and consumers. It begins with a theoretical overview of the evolution of rationality in economic thought, leading to the rise of behavioral economics as a response to the limitations of classical models. The core of the study is an experimental investigation that explores how emotions, contextual factors, and framing effects shape individual choices under conditions of risk and uncertainty. The results point to consistent departures from traditional rational models, reinforcing the importance of incorporating psychological insights into decision-making frameworks. The findings offer valuable guidance for designing more effective business strategies, marketing approaches, and consumer-focused policies.| File | Dimensione | Formato | |
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