How does decision-making differ from problem-solving?

Decision-making is an action taken, based on judgment, to select a strategy to solve an issue. Problem-solving is a method to address the issue, which requires analytical thinking and intuition.

Decision-making is based on irrational behavior and focuses on making ethical choices. Problem-solving is based on rational behavior and focuses on understanding pathways to reach a conclusion.

Problem-solving is engaging in brainstorming to identify possible solutions. Decision-making is gaining a consensus as to which solution to implement.

In the study of organizational behavior and management, decision-making and problem-solving are essentially the same thing.