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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 of Colorado System

    Systems Engineering Fundamentals Part 2

    Skills you'll gain: Systems Engineering, Verification And Validation, Systems Architecture, Configuration Management, Systems Development, Systems Development Life Cycle, Systems Design, Reliability, Risk Management, Risk Management Framework, Systems Analysis, Systems Integration, Integration Testing, Acceptance Testing, Change Control, Requirements Analysis, Maintainability

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free trial
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  • U

    University of Virginia

    Design Thinking for the Greater Good: Innovation in the Social Sector

    Skills you'll gain: Design Thinking, Journey Mapping, Stakeholder Engagement, Innovation, Prototyping, Stakeholder Analysis, Brainstorming, Storytelling, Human Centered Design, Social Impact, Ideation, Creativity, Problem Solving, Complex Problem Solving, Patient-centered Care, Data Visualization

    4.7 stars, 425 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 4.7 (425) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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  • J

    John Wiley & Sons

    Problem Solving Skills and Critical Thinking

    Skills you'll gain: Critical Thinking and Problem Solving, Complex Problem Solving, Problem Solving, Strategic Decision-Making, Advanced Analytics, Decision Making, Critical Thinking, Data Storytelling, Strategic Thinking, Systems Thinking, Creative Problem-Solving, Storytelling, Analytical Skills, Statistical Analysis, Solution Design, Teamwork, Persuasive Communication, Business Strategy, Analysis, Business Analysis

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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  • T

    The Open University

    Thinking about sustainable business systemically

    Skills you'll gain: Sustainable Business, Systems Thinking, Sustainable Development, Corporate Sustainability, Sustainable Systems, Stakeholder Analysis, Business Systems Analysis, Business Transformation, Systems Analysis, Stakeholder Engagement, Complex Problem Solving, Problem Solving, Interviewing Skills

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free trial
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  • I

    Illinois Tech

    Systems Integration - Bachelor's

    Skills you'll gain: DevSecOps, DevOps, User Centered Design, Usability, Systems Integration, Continuous Delivery, Systems Development, Devops Tools, Systems Analysis, System Implementation, Human Centered Design, Continuous Integration, Application Security, Information Systems, Software Development, CI/CD, Secure Coding, Security Testing, User Feedback, Database Management Systems

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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  • L

    LearnQuest

    IoT Systems and Industrial Applications with Design Thinking

    Skills you'll gain: User Research, Internet Of Things, Usability Testing, Prototyping, Design Thinking, Ideation, Automation, Usability, Advanced Analytics, Analytics, User Experience Design, User Centered Design, IT Automation, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Human Centered Design, Data Management, Data Processing, Robotics, Systems Architecture, Hardware Architecture

    4.5 stars, 55 reviews, Beginner, Specialization, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4.5 (55) · Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

    Status: Free trial
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  • S

    Siemens

    Introduction to Model-Based Systems Engineering

    Skills you'll gain: Model Based Systems Engineering, Systems Development Life Cycle, Unified Modeling Language, Systems Engineering, Systems Design, Systems Architecture, Engineering Software, Systems Analysis, Product Lifecycle Management, Process Modeling, Diagram Design, Solution Architecture, System Requirements, Requirements Analysis, Cloud Computing

    4.1 stars, 72 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4.1 (72) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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  • P

    Packt

    System Design Masterclass

    Skills you'll gain: Systems Design, Systems Architecture, System Design and Implementation, Software Design, Software Architecture, Distributed Computing, Software Systems, Scalability, API Design, Data Storage Technologies, Microservices, Data Storage, Live Streaming, Restful API, API Gateway, Databases, Load Balancing, Application Programming Interface (API), Network Protocols, Capacity Management

    Advanced · Course · 3 - 6 Months

    Category: New
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  • P

    Pearson

    The Economic Way of Thinking

    Skills you'll gain: Economics, Production Process, Operational Efficiency, Economic Development, Resource Utilization, Business Economics, Capital Expenditure, Decision Making

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Category: New
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    Status: Free trial
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  • I

    IESE Business School

    Design Thinking

    Skills you'll gain: Design Thinking, Ideation, Design Research, User Research, Journey Mapping, Culture Transformation, Creative Problem-Solving, Qualitative Research, Problem Solving, Brainstorming, Critical Thinking and Problem Solving, Human Centered Design, Solution Design, Operations, Organizational Development, Complex Problem Solving, Organizational Change, Innovation, Strategic Thinking, Leadership

    5 stars, 8 reviews, Beginner, Specialization, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 5 (8) · Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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  • M

    MathWorks

    Systems Engineering

    Skills you'll gain: Model Based Systems Engineering, Systems Engineering, Systems Architecture, Systems Design, Functional Design, Requirements Analysis, System Requirements, Requirements Elicitation, Functional Requirement, Verification And Validation

    4.8 stars, 295 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 4.8 (295) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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  • U

    University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign

    Sustainable Food Systems

    Skills you'll gain: Systems Thinking, Sustainable Systems, Sustainable Development, Nutrition Education, Food and Beverage, Nutrition and Diet, Sustainable Technologies, Environmental Issue, Water Sustainability, Economics, Energy and Utilities, Environment, Water Resources, Land Management, Manufacturing and Production, Environment and Resource Management, Natural Resource Management, Consumer Behaviour

    4.4 stars, 39 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4.4 (39) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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

  • Systems Engineering Fundamentals Part 2: University of Colorado System
  • Design Thinking for the Greater Good: Innovation in the Social Sector: University of Virginia
  • Problem Solving Skills and Critical Thinking: John Wiley & Sons
  • Thinking about sustainable business systemically: The Open University
  • Systems Integration - Bachelor's: Illinois Tech
  • IoT Systems and Industrial Applications with Design Thinking: LearnQuest
  • Introduction to Model-Based Systems Engineering: Siemens
  • System Design Masterclass: Packt
  • The Economic Way of Thinking: Pearson
  • Design Thinking: IESE Business School

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