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game theory

ESCO reuse: cross-sector

The study of mathematical models of strategic decisions among stakeholders. It has applications in all fields of social science, as well as in systems science, computer science and logic. Essential concepts are the Nash Equilibrium and the Prisoner's Dilemma.

game theory — the study of mathematical models of strategic decisions among stakeholders. It has applications in all fields of social science, as well as in systems science, computer science and logic. Essential concepts are the Nash Equilibrium and the Prisoner's Dilemma. ESCO classifies it as a cross-sector (useful across many industries) skill within knowledge.

Category: knowledge › mathematics and statistics Also known as: conflict resolution theory, game theory for blockchain, rational choice theory, interactive decision theory

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Frequently asked questions

What is game theory?

The study of mathematical models of strategic decisions among stakeholders. It has applications in all fields of social science, as well as in systems science, computer science and logic. Essential concepts are the Nash Equilibrium and the Prisoner's Dilemma.

What category of skill is game theory?

ESCO classifies game theory under the knowledge category, specifically in the mathematics and statistics subcategory.

How transferable is game theory between industries?

ESCO tags game theory as a cross-sector (useful across many industries) skill — a signal of how portable it is when you change field.

Is game theory the same as conflict resolution theory?

Yes — game theory is also known as conflict resolution theory, game theory for blockchain, rational choice theory, or interactive decision theory. They refer to the same underlying capability in the ESCO taxonomy.

How can I learn game theory?

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Data: ESCO v1.2.1 (CC-BY-4.0). Durability framework informed by McKinsey Global Institute (Nov 2025). See our methodology.