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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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    ESADE Business and Law School

    La gestión en la empresa familiar

    Skills you'll gain: Succession Planning, Organizational Structure, Governance, Business Management, Business Leadership, Systems Thinking, Organizational Development, Business Risk Management, Leadership and Management, Leadership, Business Modeling, Risk Management Framework, Communication

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    Dartmouth College

    Energy Justice: Fostering More Equitable Energy Futures

    Skills you'll gain: Social Justice, Energy and Utilities, Social Impact, Sustainable Development, Social Sciences, Environmental Issue, Socioeconomics, Community Organizing, Community Development, Diversity Equity and Inclusion Initiatives, Diversity Awareness, Systems Thinking, Advocacy, Environmental Policy, Policy Analysis, Climate Change Mitigation

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Tecnológico de Monterrey

    Design and innovation of business model

    Skills you'll gain: Business Modeling, Business Architecture, Entrepreneurship, Storytelling, Design Thinking, Business Strategies, Process Design, Innovation, Strategic Thinking, Systems Thinking, New Business Development, Media and Communications, Case Studies, Market Opportunities, Value Propositions, General Networking

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    University of Colorado Boulder

    Technology Entrepreneurship

    Skills you'll gain: Entrepreneurial Finance, Business Planning, Design Thinking, Business Modeling, Entrepreneurship, Product Planning, Target Market, Persona Development, Operational Performance Management, Target Audience, Market Opportunities, Systems Thinking, Value Propositions, New Product Development, Financial Statements, Growth Strategies, Business Ethics, Ideation, Engineering Management, Engineering

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    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    University of Michigan

    Sustainability Leadership Development

    Skills you'll gain: Sustainable Development, Sustainable Systems, Culture Transformation, Sustainable Business, Leadership Development, Strategic Leadership, Corporate Sustainability, Organizational Change, Leadership, Professional Development, Environmental Issue, Organizational Leadership, Change Management, Initiative and Leadership, Thought Leadership, Visionary, Systems Thinking, Problem Solving, Self-Awareness, Communication

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    ESADE Business and Law School

    Empresa familiar: gestión, dirección y sucesión

    Skills you'll gain: Succession Planning, Organizational Structure, Business Modeling, Governance, Business Management, Business Leadership, Systems Thinking, Organizational Development, Business Risk Management, Leadership and Management, Leadership, Business, Storytelling, Risk Management Framework, Communication, Innovation, Business Transformation, Emerging Technologies, Economics, Market Opportunities

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    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    The Open University

    Sustainable Business Strategy for Future Leaders

    Skills you'll gain: Sustainable Business, Ideation, Systems Thinking, Sustainable Development, Creative Thinking, Corporate Sustainability, Brainstorming, Experimentation, Sustainable Systems, Creative Problem-Solving, Stakeholder Engagement, Business Modeling, Environmental Social And Corporate Governance (ESG), Stakeholder Analysis, Critical Thinking, Innovation, Cognitive flexibility, Creativity, Business Systems Analysis, Problem Solving

    Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    Yonsei University

    Disaster Risk Management and Korean Policies

    Skills you'll gain: Disaster Recovery, Mitigation, Public Safety and National Security, Risk Management Framework, Emergency Response, Geospatial Information and Technology, Policy Analysis, Research, and Development, Policy Development, Public Policies, Spatial Data Analysis, Social Studies, Systems Thinking, Governance, Case Studies

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    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Fundação Instituto de Administração

    Future Studies

    Skills you'll gain: Systems Thinking, Surveys, Survey Creation, Innovation, Strategic Thinking, Simulations, Forecasting, Contingency Planning, Strategic Planning, Simulation and Simulation Software, Process Flow Diagrams, Project Design, Systems Analysis, Corporate Strategy, Strategic Decision-Making, Business Planning, Complex Problem Solving, Business Strategy, Project Planning, Organizational Change

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    Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    Multiple educators

    Transformative Leadership in the Circular Economy

    Skills you'll gain: Leadership Studies, Sustainable Systems, Sustainable Business, Corporate Sustainability, Environmental Social And Corporate Governance (ESG), Systems Thinking, Brand Marketing, Change Management, Strategic Leadership, Professional Development, Waste Minimization, Packaging and Labeling, Business Leadership, Environment and Resource Management, Regulatory Compliance, Engineering Management, Market Opportunities, Key Performance Indicators (KPIs), Emerging Technologies, Digital Marketing

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    Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of Minnesota

    Nursing Informatics Leadership Theory and Practice

    Skills you'll gain: Clinical Leadership, Nursing Management, Leadership, Nursing Administration, Nursing, Health Informatics, Innovation, Systems Thinking, Self-Awareness, Personal Development

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Parsons School of Design, The New School

    Sustainable Construction in a Circular Economy

    Skills you'll gain: Sustainable Architecture, Sustainable Design, Sustainable Technologies, Construction, Architecture and Construction, Sustainable Business, Materials Management, Procurement, Building Design, Sustainable Systems, Sustainable Development, Sustainable Engineering, Sustainability Standards, Systems Thinking, Waste Minimization, Environmental Issue, Digital Transformation, Health And Safety Standards, Innovation

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    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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

  • La gestión en la empresa familiar: ESADE Business and Law School
  • Energy Justice: Fostering More Equitable Energy Futures: Dartmouth College
  • Design and innovation of business model: Tecnológico de Monterrey
  • Technology Entrepreneurship: University of Colorado Boulder
  • Sustainability Leadership Development: University of Michigan
  • Empresa familiar: gestión, dirección y sucesión: ESADE Business and Law School
  • Sustainable Business Strategy for Future Leaders: The Open University
  • Disaster Risk Management and Korean Policies: Yonsei University
  • Future Studies: Fundação Instituto de Administração
  • Transformative Leadership in the Circular Economy: University of Colorado Boulder

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