Essay on wicked problems and structured decision making

Essay on wicked problems and structured decision making

You are required to write a 2000 word essay on ‘Wicked problems and structured decision making’. This assignment counts for 50% of the overall module mark.

The focus of your essay will be the proposed reintroduction of Eurasian Lynx (Lynx lynx) to Kielder Forest in Northumberland. In your essay you must:

• Explain how this can be conceptualised as a wicked problem, using specific examples to explain how the different attributes of wicked problems can be observed within this decision making context.

• Critically evaluate the extent to which structured decision making could be used to address this.

You essay should have an introduction and a conclusion and follow a clear logical structure. Ensure that you fully address both of the bullet points above. You are encouraged to make use of figures and tables where appropriate to communicate your ideas. Rather than writing extensive paragraphs to explain an idea, it can be more effective to develop a diagram to explain something and then support this with a shorter section of text. This can help you to ensure that you do not exceed the work limit and allows you to demonstrate competency in using information technology for effective communication.

You should make extensive use of peer-reviewed academic literature to support your arguments

How many words is your brief:

2000 words

Referencing style to be used:

APA 6TH (Harvard) style

Number of sources to be used:

25