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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


  • U

    University at Buffalo

    Intelligent Machining

    Skills you'll gain: Programmable Logic Controllers, Control Systems, Machine Controls, Manufacturing Processes, Process Control, Real-Time Operating Systems, Manufacturing Operations, Automation, Production Process, Digital Transformation, Systems Architecture, Digital Signal Processing, Software Architecture, Software Systems

    4.6 stars, 1.4K reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 4.6 (1.4K) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • T

    The Pennsylvania State University

    Creativity, Innovation and Transformation

    Skills you'll gain: Creative Thinking, Creativity, Creative Problem-Solving, Ideation, Cultural Diversity, Open Mindset, Cognitive flexibility, Personal Development, Project Design, Overcoming Obstacles, Tenacity, Collaboration, Experimentation, Goal Setting

    4.5 stars, 877 reviews, Mixed, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 4.5 (877) · Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Category: Preview
    Preview
  • Y

    Yale University

    Creating Change through Social Entrepreneurship

    Skills you'll gain: Social Impact, Design Thinking, Community Outreach, Organizational Structure, Stakeholder Engagement, Human Centered Design, Entrepreneurship, Communication Planning, Research and Design, Business Modeling, Governance, Communication, Advocacy, Sustainable Business, Innovation, Program Evaluation, Fundraising, Entrepreneurial Finance

    4.9 stars, 181 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4.9 (181) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Category: Preview
    Preview
  • U

    Universidad de Chile

    Sustentabilidad y Economías Sociales

    Skills you'll gain: Sustainable Business, Corporate Sustainability, Sustainable Development, Sustainable Systems, Social Impact, Socioeconomics, Innovation, Environmental Social And Corporate Governance (ESG), Sustainability Standards, Social Sciences, Social Justice, Economics, Policy, and Social Studies, Business Modeling, Economic Development, Business Ethics, Natural Resource Management, Environment and Resource Management, Community Development, Economics, Climate Change Adaptation

    4.7 stars, 1.4K reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4.7 (1.4K) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Category: Preview
    Preview
  • U

    University of Colorado System

    Requirements Gathering for Secure Software Development

    Skills you'll gain: Requirements Analysis, User Requirements Documents, Systems Development Life Cycle, Software Development Methodologies, Requirements Elicitation, Agile Methodology, Software Documentation, Software Design Documents, Security Requirements Analysis, System Requirements, Software Development Life Cycle, Agile Software Development, Waterfall Methodology

    4.6 stars, 688 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 4.6 (688) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • Y

    Yale University

    America's Unwritten Constitution

    Skills you'll gain: Case Law, Court Systems, Policy Analysis, Political Sciences, Public History, Governance

    4.8 stars, 289 reviews, Mixed, Course, 3 - 6 Months

    ★ 4.8 (289) · Mixed · Course · 3 - 6 Months

    Category: Preview
    Preview
  • U

    University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign

    Sustainable Business Enterprises

    Skills you'll gain: Sustainable Business, Sustainable Development, Corporate Sustainability, Business Planning, Product Development, Consumer Behaviour, Environmental Issue, Sustainability Reporting, Business Strategies, Enterprise Modeling, Product Design, Design Thinking, Market Research, Business Development, Communication Strategies

    4.3 stars, 146 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 4.3 (146) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Category: Build toward a degree
    Build toward a degree
  • S

    Scrimba

    Become a JavaScript Developer

    Skills you'll gain: TypeScript, Event-Driven Programming, Javascript, JavaScript Frameworks, Pseudocode, Computational Thinking, JSON, Program Development, Web Development, Angular, Web Applications, Vue.JS, Data Import/Export, Application Development, Mobile Development, Debugging, Algorithms, Code Reusability, Web Development Tools, React.js

    4.6 stars, 114 reviews, Beginner, Specialization, 3 - 6 Months

    ★ 4.6 (114) · Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • U

    University of New Mexico

    Administración Estratégica y Emprendedora

    Skills you'll gain: Business Management, Business Metrics, Business Strategy, Strategic Thinking, Organizational Strategy, Corporate Strategy, Performance Measurement, Resource Management, Competitive Intelligence, Competitive Analysis, Entrepreneurship, Market Dynamics, Market Intelligence, Key Performance Indicators (KPIs), Innovation, Resource Allocation, Market Trend, Marketing

    4.7 stars, 1.2K reviews, Mixed, Course, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4.7 (1.2K) · Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Category: Preview
    Preview
  • T

    The Chinese University of Hong Kong

    Basic Modeling for Discrete Optimization

    Skills you'll gain: Operations Research, Model Optimization, Applied Mathematics, Mathematical Modeling, Problem Solving, Process Modeling, Mathematical Software, Combinatorics, Graph Theory, Computational Logic, Computational Thinking, Data Structures

    4.8 stars, 460 reviews, Intermediate, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 4.8 (460) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Category: Free
    Free
  • D

    Deep Teaching Solutions

    Uncommon Sense Teaching: Part 2, Building Community and Habits of Learning

    Skills you'll gain: Lesson Planning, Critical Thinking, Classroom Management, Stress Management, Teaching, Student Engagement, Cognitive flexibility, Differentiated Instruction, Instructional Strategies, Pedagogy, Human Learning, Special Education, Behavioral Management, Learning Strategies, Disabilities, Learning Theory, Habit Formation

    4.9 stars, 134 reviews, Intermediate, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 4.9 (134) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • I

    IBM

    Ethical Hacking with Kali Linux

    Skills you'll gain: Linux Administration, Bash (Scripting Language), Network Monitoring, Cyber Security Assessment, System Configuration, Digital Forensics

    4.7 stars, 66 reviews, Intermediate, Course, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4.7 (66) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
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In summary, here are 10 of our most popular systems thinking courses

  • Intelligent Machining: University at Buffalo
  • Creativity, Innovation and Transformation: The Pennsylvania State University
  • Creating Change through Social Entrepreneurship: Yale University
  • Sustentabilidad y Economías Sociales: Universidad de Chile
  • Requirements Gathering for Secure Software Development: University of Colorado System
  • America's Unwritten Constitution: Yale University
  • Sustainable Business Enterprises: University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
  • Become a JavaScript Developer: Scrimba
  • Administración Estratégica y Emprendedora: University of New Mexico
  • Basic Modeling for Discrete Optimization: The Chinese University of Hong Kong

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