This article explores the philosophical foundations of decision-making in contemporary management through the concepts of freedom, will, and systemic thinking. It interprets decision-making as a moral and social form of human existence. Drawing on the works of Kant, Hegel, Weber, Simon, Giddens, Habermas, and Luhmann, the study conceptualizes decision-making as a dialectical process between subjective agency and systemic constraints. The discussion also addresses the diminishing role of human agency under algorithmic governance and digital systems. The findings emphasize the need to restore the humanistic and ethical dimensions of management philosophy.

freedom, will, decision-making, systemic thinking, philosophy of management, moral responsibility, human agency.

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