Today, on April 8, 2025, the Rector of IBCM, Prof. Dr. Mihone Kerolli, and Vice- Rector for International Relations, Prof. Ekrem Gjokaj, welcomed Dr. Yehuda Hamovitz for an engaging meeting.
Later on, Dr. Hamovitz had an interactive guest lecture on the art and science of decision-making. Held at the Riverside Campus, the event attracted students, academic staff, and guests eager to explore how better decisions can shape personal and professional success.
Dr. Hamovitz opened the session by introducing himself and quickly set a lively tone by involving students in fun and eye-opening psychological tricks. These exercises served as a playful but powerful way to demonstrate how our minds often operate under unconscious patterns—especially when making everyday decisions.
He introduced participants to the MODEM framework, breaking it down into five core milestones:
- Me – Understanding yourself as a decision-maker
- Others – Acknowledging the influence of people and environment
- Decisions – Structuring choices with clarity and purpose
- Emotions – Managing stress and emotional responses
- Mistakes – Learning from failure to improve future decisions
Throughout the session, Dr. Hamovitz encouraged participants to explore the essential questions: When? Why? Where? How? These served as a foundation for expanding perspectives and challenging routine thinking.
The lecture also featured interactive experiments that invited students to think outside the box. Through these activities, he highlighted the importance of creative problem-solving and breaking away from conventional thought patterns.
In addition, the session touched on key themes such as self-esteem, emotional awareness, and how our surroundings influence decision-making.
With a blend of psychological insight, humor, and practical wisdom, Dr. Hamovitz delivered a memorable session that left the IBCM community inspired to approach decisions with more creativity and awareness.
We thank Dr. Hamovitz for sharing his knowledge and helping us reimagine the way we think about choices.
