Applied Game Theory in Competitive Markets – 1 Day Session in Edmonton

Schedule

Tue, 03 Feb, 2026 at 09:00 am to Tue, 02 Jun, 2026 at 05:00 pm

UTC-07:00

Location

Regus AB, Edmonton - 98 Avenue | Edmonton, AB

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Learn strategic decision-making tools using game theory to compete smarter, predict rivals’ moves, and improve business outcomes.
About this Event

Group Discounts:

  • Save 10% when registering 3 or more participants
  • Save 15% when registering 10 or more participants

Duration: 1 Full Day (9:00 AM – 5:00 PM)
Delivery Mode: Classroom (In-Person)
Language: English
Credits: 8 PDUs / Training Hours
Certification: Course Completion Certificate
Refreshments: Lunch, beverages, and light snacks included


Course Overview

This course introduces game theory concepts in a practical and business-focused manner.
It explains how strategic thinking helps anticipate competitor behavior and choose optimal actions in competitive markets.
Key models such as cooperation, competition, pricing strategies, and negotiation scenarios are discussed using real business examples.
The session emphasizes decision logic, not mathematics, making game theory accessible and applicable to everyday business decisions.

Learning Objectives

By the end of this course, you will:

  •  Understand core principles of game theory in business
  •  Apply strategic thinking to competitive market decisions
  •  Anticipate competitor behavior and market responses
  •  Improve pricing, negotiation, and positioning strategies
  •  Identify stable and optimal decision outcomes
  •  Avoid common strategic decision-making errors
  •  Link game theory concepts to everyday business challenges

Target Audience

  •  Business owners and entrepreneurs
  •  Strategy and planning professionals
  •  Sales and marketing managers
  •  Product and pricing managers
  •  Consultants and advisors
  •  Managers involved in competitive decision-making

Why is it right fit for you:

This course translates complex game theory concepts into simple, business-friendly insights.
The trainer brings strong experience in strategy, market analysis, and competitive decision-making.
No mathematical background is required, making the content easy to understand and apply.
The focus is on practical business use, ensuring immediate value after the session.

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Want to train your entire team?
This course can be delivered as a fully customized in-house session based on your industry and competitive environment.
Real market scenarios relevant to your organization can be integrated into discussions and activities.
The content, pace, and examples can be adapted to suit leadership teams, sales teams, or strategy units.

📧 Contact us today to schedule a customized in-house, face-to-face session: [email protected]


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Agenda
Module 1: Introduction to Strategic Thinking

Info: • Understand what game theory is and why it matters in business
• Identify players, strategies, and outcomes in competitive situations
• Recognize strategic interdependence in markets
• Icebreaker


Module 2: Types of Games in Business Context

Info: • Differentiate between cooperative and non-cooperative games
• Understand zero-sum and non-zero-sum situations
• Apply game types to real market scenarios
• Case Study


Module 3: Payoffs, Strategies, and Decision Outcomes

Info: • Understand payoff structures and incentives
• Analyze dominant and dominated strategies
• Evaluate outcomes based on rational decision-making
• Simulation


Module 4: Nash Equilibrium and Competitive Stability

Info: • Understand the concept of equilibrium in competitive markets
• Analyze stable outcomes where no player gains by changing strategy
• Apply equilibrium thinking to pricing and competition
• Activity


Module 5: Game Theory in Pricing and Market Competition

Info: • Analyze price wars and competitive pricing strategies
• Understand first-mover and second-mover advantages
• Apply strategic thinking to market entry decisions
• Case Study


Module 6: Negotiation and Strategic Interaction

Info: • Apply game theory to negotiation scenarios
• Understand cooperation, trust, and repeated interactions
• Improve negotiation outcomes using strategic planning
• Role Play


Module 7: Limitations, Ethics, and Practical Application

Info: • Understand limitations of game theory models
• Recognize ethical considerations in competitive strategy
• Apply best practices for real-world decision-making
• Activity


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