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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


  • N

    Northeastern University

    Strategic Info Systems: Planning & Business Alignment

    Skills you'll gain: Scope Management, Requirements Management, Agile Software Development, Project Scoping, Project Documentation, IT Management, Change Control, Agile Project Management, Project Planning, Agile Methodology, Strategic Planning, Project Management Life Cycle, Information Technology, Project Management, Business Planning, Agile Product Development, Project Portfolio Management, Change Requests, Systems Thinking

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • E

    Erasmus University Rotterdam

    Driving business towards the Sustainable Development Goals

    Skills you'll gain: Sustainable Development, Sustainable Business, Corporate Sustainability, Sustainable Systems, Social Impact, Business Transformation, Environmental Issue, Systems Thinking, Economic Development, Strategic Partnership, Entrepreneurship, Innovation, Collaboration, Climate Change Mitigation, Economics, Policy, and Social Studies, Complex Problem Solving

    ★ 4.8 (1.6K) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • J

    Johns Hopkins University

    Public Health Perspectives on Sustainable Diets

    Skills you'll gain: Sustainable Development, Sustainable Systems, Water Sustainability, Nutrition and Diet, Food and Beverage, Nutrition Education, Public Health, Environmental Issue, Public Health and Disease Prevention, Health Equity, Environment and Resource Management, Environmental Science, Systems Thinking, Climate Change Mitigation

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

  • U

    University of Colorado Boulder

    Introduction to Corporate Sustainability

    Skills you'll gain: Corporate Sustainability, Environmental Social And Corporate Governance (ESG), Sustainable Business, Sustainable Development, Systems Thinking, Sustainable Systems, Corporate Strategy, Sustainability Standards, Sustainability Reporting, Climate Change Mitigation, Business Ethics, Compliance Management, Operational Risk, Business Risk Management, Environmental Issue, Climate Change Programs, Environment and Resource Management, Supply Chain Management, Stakeholder Engagement, Communication Strategies

    ★ 4.4 (23) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • U

    University of Michigan

    Environmental Health: the Foundation of Global Public Health

    Skills you'll gain: Occupational Health, Environment Health And Safety, Occupational Hygiene, Public Health, Environmental Laws, Environmental Regulations, Environmental Policy, Systems Thinking, Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA), Environmental Science, Public Health and Disease Prevention, Injury Prevention, Environmental Issue, Health Policy, Risk Analysis

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

  • É

    École Polytechnique Fédérale de Lausanne

    Smart Cities – Management of Smart Urban Infrastructures

    Skills you'll gain: Transportation Operations, Governance, Technical Management, Systems Thinking, Emerging Technologies, Technology Strategies, Innovation, Infrastructure Architecture, Digital Transformation, Sustainable Development, Social Sciences, Public Affairs, Communication Systems

    ★ 4.7 (1.9K) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • Y

    Yale University

    Journey of the Universe: The Unfolding of Life

    Skills you'll gain: Life Sciences, Aesthetics, Liberal Arts, Environment, Culture, Biology, Creativity, Systems Thinking, Human Development, Social Studies, General Science and Research, Physical Science, Timelines, Environmental Science, Environmental Issue, Physics

    ★ 4.7 (441) · Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • P

    Packt

    Liminal Thinking: Shaping Beliefs for Personal Growth

    Skills you'll gain: Adaptability, Empathy, Cognitive flexibility, Communication, Culture Transformation, Systems Thinking, Critical Thinking, Decision Making, Open Mindset, Learning Theory, Thought Leadership, Dealing With Ambiguity, Business Transformation, Emotional Intelligence, Self-Awareness, Change Management, Discussion Facilitation, Behavior Management, Leadership and Management

    Beginner · Course · 3 - 6 Months

  • U

    University of Amsterdam

    Unraveling the Cycling City

    Skills you'll gain: Culture, Socioeconomics, Sociology, Social Sciences, Systems Thinking, Economics, Policy, and Social Studies, Cultural Diversity, Traffic Flow Optimization, Policy Analysis, Public Works, Environmental Science, Spatial Analysis, Biology, Case Studies, Human Centered Design, Environment, Qualitative Research, Environment and Resource Management, Policy Development, European History

    ★ 4.9 (254) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • L

    Lund University

    Greening the Economy: Sustainable Cities

    Skills you'll gain: Sustainable Development, Sustainable Systems, Sustainable Design, Land Development, Sustainable Technologies, Community Development, Economic Development, Environmental Issue, Governance, Climate Change Adaptation, Systems Thinking, Energy and Utilities, Climate Change Mitigation, Stakeholder Engagement

    ★ 4.7 (2.5K) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • J

    Johns Hopkins University

    Road Safety & Indigenous Communities: Safe Systems Approach

    Skills you'll gain: Accident Prevention, Injury Prevention, Health Equity, Safety Standards, Grant Writing, Health Disparities, Mitigation, Systems Thinking, Community Outreach, Cultural Responsiveness, Public Health, Community Development

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • L

    Lund University

    Urban Nature: Connecting Cities, Sustainability and Innovation

    Skills you'll gain: Climate Change Adaptation, Sustainable Development, Environmental Issue, Sustainable Design, Sustainable Business, Governance, Systems Thinking, Environmental Science, Climate Change Mitigation, Case Studies, Business Modeling, Stakeholder Engagement, Cross-Functional Collaboration, Project Finance

    ★ 4.7 (479) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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

  • Strategic Info Systems: Planning & Business Alignment: Northeastern University
  • Driving business towards the Sustainable Development Goals: Erasmus University Rotterdam
  • Public Health Perspectives on Sustainable Diets: Johns Hopkins University
  • Introduction to Corporate Sustainability: University of Colorado Boulder
  • Environmental Health: the Foundation of Global Public Health: University of Michigan
  • Smart Cities – Management of Smart Urban Infrastructures: École Polytechnique Fédérale de Lausanne
  • Journey of the Universe: The Unfolding of Life: Yale University
  • Liminal Thinking: Shaping Beliefs for Personal Growth: Packt
  • Unraveling the Cycling City: University of Amsterdam
  • Greening the Economy: Sustainable Cities: Lund University

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