Essays about: "Optimism Bias"

Showing result 1 - 5 of 14 essays containing the words Optimism Bias.

  1. 1. Cost Overrun in Swedish Infrastructure Transport Projects : An Analysis of Cost Overrun in Swedish Infratructure Transport Projects between 2010-2022

    University essay from Jönköping University/IHH, Nationalekonomi

    Author : Edwin Sjögren; Jacob Norgren; [2023]
    Keywords : Cost Overrun; Infrastructure Transport Projects; Swedish Infrastructure; Behavioral Economics; Optimism Bias; Strategic Misrepresentation; Cost Estimation; Forecasting;

    Abstract : Cost Overrun is something that plagues infrastructure projects, both in Sweden and globally. The repercussion of it can be severe since it not only hurts the public’s perception of how the public authorities manage and allocates its resources, but also due to the immense opportunity costs that arise when the increased costs need to be covered. READ MORE

  3. 2. Hack the Human : A qualitative research study exploring the human factor and social engineering awareness in cybersecurity and risk management among Swedish organizations.

    University essay from Jönköping University/IHH, Företagsekonomi

    Author : Isak Andersson; Liza Bjursell; Isak Palm; [2023]
    Keywords : Cybersecurity; risk management; social engineering; risk appetite;

    Abstract : Background: With the rapid advancements in technology, cybersecurity has become a topic of great importance. However, the weakest link in cybersecurity programs is mainly due to human error. READ MORE

  4. 3. Short- and Long-Term Effects of Filial Imprinting on a Model Hen on the Emotional State of White Leghorn Chicks (Gallus gallus domesticus)

    University essay from Linköpings universitet/Institutionen för fysik, kemi och biologi

    Author : Lovisa Åkerstedt; [2023]
    Keywords : chick; cognition; emotional state; fear; filial imprinting; model hen; White Leghorn; Gallus gallus domesticus;

    Abstract : In layer hen commercial production systems, chicks are not raised by hens and do therefore not receive any maternal care. In the wild, after hatching, chicks undergo filial imprinting where they create a social bond with a stimulus in their surrounding environment, usually the mother hen. READ MORE

  5. 4. Cognitive Judgment Bias in Red Junglefowl (Gallus gallus) Selected for High vs. Low Fear of Humans

    University essay from Linköpings universitet/Institutionen för fysik, kemi och biologi

    Author : Philip Ström; [2022]
    Keywords : cognitive judgement bias; domestication; optimism; pessimism; Red Junglefowl;

    Abstract : The Red Junglefowl is a species of bird that was domesticated by humans around 8 000 years ago. Over time, domestication has led to changes in behavior and morphology, made possible by reduced fear of humans. Fear has been shown to affect cognitive processes, such as the way ambiguous stimuli are perceived by the individual. READ MORE

  6. 5. Bitcoins Volatility : A study about correlation between bitcoins volatility and the volatility of the S&P 500 index and the commodity gold.

    University essay from Linnéuniversitetet/Institutionen för nationalekonomi och statistik (NS)

    Author : Persson Nicole; Blomqvist Philippa; [2022]
    Keywords : GARCH; Bitcoin; Cryptocurrency; Gold; S P 500; Volatility;

    Abstract : This study explores Bitcoin’s volatility characteristics using different extensions of the GARCH model. The volatility characteristics of bitcoin are compared with to a gold commodity and the S&P 500 index. READ MORE