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Systems Thinking Courses

Systems thinking courses can help you learn how to analyze complex systems, identify interdependencies, and develop holistic solutions. You can build skills in mapping system dynamics, recognizing feedback loops, and applying causal loop diagrams. Many courses introduce tools like system modeling software and simulation techniques, that support visualizing interactions and predicting outcomes in various contexts, such as environmental management, organizational development, and public policy.


Popular Systems Thinking Courses and Certifications


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    University of Colorado Boulder

    Applying Systems Engineering to the Design Process

    Skills you'll gain: Systems Engineering, Design Reviews, Requirements Analysis, Engineering Management, Functional Design, Leadership, Systems Integration, Engineering Design Process, Software Systems, Technology Roadmaps, Reliability, Performance Measurement, Maintainability, Manufacturing Processes, Scalability

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Johns Hopkins University

    Patient Safety and Quality Improvement: Developing a Systems View (Patient Safety I)

    Skills you'll gain: Patient Safety, Systems Thinking, Health Systems, Safety Standards, Health Care, Health Care Administration, Problem Solving, Quality Improvement, Reliability, Continuous Quality Improvement (CQI), Proactivity, Risk Analysis, Resilience

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    University at Buffalo

    MBSE: Model-Based Systems Engineering

    Skills you'll gain: Model Based Systems Engineering, Systems Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Manufacturing Processes, Internet Of Things, Product Lifecycle Management, Enterprise Architecture, Verification And Validation, Simulation and Simulation Software

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    SAP

    Understanding the Enterprise Systems Environment

    Skills you'll gain: Digital Transformation, Cloud Computing Architecture, Systems Design, Cloud Computing, SAP Applications, Cybersecurity, Case Studies, Software As A Service, Systems Analysis, Enterprise Architecture, Enterprise Resource Planning, Business Technologies, Customer experience strategy (CX), Data Modeling, Business Process Automation, Business Analysis, Application Development

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of California, Davis

    Digital Thinking: Frameworks For Our Digital Reality

    Skills you'll gain: Digital Transformation, Data Ethics, Machine Learning, OpenAI, Responsible AI, Artificial Intelligence, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Technology Strategies, Technology Solutions, ChatGPT, Business Ethics, Emerging Technologies, Sociology, Social Sciences, Business Technologies, Blockchain, Generative AI Agents, Algorithms, Social Media, Innovation

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    University of Colorado Boulder

    Systems Engineering and Program Management

    Skills you'll gain: Failure Analysis, Engineering Management, Systems Engineering, Scope Management, Project Scoping, Risk Management, Root Cause Analysis, Program Management, Cost Management, Requirements Management, Contract Management, Project Risk Management, Project Management, Work Breakdown Structure, Change Management

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign

    Sustainable Food Systems

    Skills you'll gain: Systems Thinking, Sustainable Systems, Sustainable Development, Food and Beverage, Nutrition and Diet, Environmental Issue, Economics, Energy and Utilities, Environment, Production Process, Water Resources, Land Management, Culture, Consumer Behaviour

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    IBM

    Systems Analyst Capstone Project 

    Skills you'll gain: Systems Analysis, Database Design, Business Process Modeling, Process Flow Diagrams, System Testing, Process Mapping, Functional Requirement, Application Deployment, Process Analysis, Business Analysis, Requirements Elicitation, Requirements Analysis, Development Testing, Data Management, System Design and Implementation, Software Design Documents, Stakeholder Management, Project Management, Data Visualization, Stakeholder Engagement

    Advanced · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    SAS

    Statistical Thinking for Industrial Problem Solving, presented by JMP

    Skills you'll gain: Exploratory Data Analysis, Data Compilation, Correlation Analysis, Data Collection, Statistical Inference, Statistics, Statistical Methods, Statistical Modeling, Predictive Modeling, Data Analysis, Statistical Hypothesis Testing, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Regression Analysis, Statistical Analysis, Probability & Statistics, Statistical Visualization, Data Visualization

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Korea Advanced Institute of Science and Technology(KAIST)

    Design Thinking and Global Startup

    Skills you'll gain: Design Thinking, Business Modeling, Sales Presentations, Entrepreneurship, Product Development, Prototyping, Presentations, Lean Methodologies, Value Propositions, Innovation, Emerging Technologies, Market Analysis

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Emory University

    Consulting Approach to Problem Solving

    Skills you'll gain: Data Cleansing, Lean Six Sigma, Six Sigma Methodology, Consulting, Problem Solving, Management Consulting, Data Quality, Analytical Skills, Complex Problem Solving, Business Consulting, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Data Analysis, Data Collection, Consultative Approaches, Project Scoping, Client Services

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Fractal Analytics

    Design Thinking for Data Professionals

    Skills you'll gain: User Research, Human Centered Design, Ideation, User Experience Design, Design Thinking, Prototyping, Brainstorming, User Experience, Innovation, Usability Testing, Data Synthesis

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    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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In summary, here are 10 of our most popular systems thinking courses

  • Applying Systems Engineering to the Design Process: University of Colorado Boulder
  • Patient Safety and Quality Improvement: Developing a Systems View (Patient Safety I): Johns Hopkins University
  • MBSE: Model-Based Systems Engineering : University at Buffalo
  • Understanding the Enterprise Systems Environment: SAP
  • Digital Thinking: Frameworks For Our Digital Reality: University of California, Davis
  • Systems Engineering and Program Management: University of Colorado Boulder
  • Sustainable Food Systems: University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
  • Systems Analyst Capstone Project : IBM
  • Statistical Thinking for Industrial Problem Solving, presented by JMP: SAS
  • Design Thinking and Global Startup: Korea Advanced Institute of Science and Technology(KAIST)

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