Introduction to Systems Thinking
Nett Course Fee
$708.50
Course Description
Do your solutions and ideas get to the root of problems, or serve to address only superficial symptoms? Many a time when an issue or problem occurs, there is a tendency to react with quick solutions to resolve the matter efficiently. But efficiency may not mean effectively, and can be akin to slapping a band-aid onto a gaping wound.
In this introductory course to Systems Thinking, cultivate an awareness and sensitivity to patterns and connections between mindsets, cultures/policies, and behaviours, and learn to find entry points in existing systems to introduce interventionary measures.
This couse is intended for new organizational leaders/managers, Human Resource (HR) executives, and/or anyone with the authority to influence policy, and effect systems change.
Course Objectives
By the end of the course, you would be able to:
- Identify the nature of Wicked Problems in organizations
- Identify the characteristics of a Systems Thinking approach
- Apply the Ice-Berg model to trace the mental models and structures underpinning surface problems
- Apply Causal-Loop diagrams / Feedback Loops to trace cause-and-effect relationships between variables, events and responses
- Ideate and brainstorm interventionary measures
Course Outline
The Nature of Wicked or Divergent Problems
- Web of Life Activity / Coffee Chain Game
- Characteristics of Wicked or Divergent Problems
- Problematic Systems in Everyday Life
Introduction to Systems Thinking
- What is Systems Thinking?
- Characteristics of a Systems Thinker / Systems Thinking
- How to Make Instant Noodles? Activity
Introduction to System Thinking Tools
- The Ice-Berg Model
- Causal-Loop Diagrams
- Behaviour-Over-Time Graphs
- Group Discussion
Introduction to Systems Thinking
Course Duration:
1 Day (9.00am – 5.00pm)
Course Fee Details:
S$708.50 (incl. of 9% GST)
Course Schedule
| Course Name | Course Code | Venue | March 2025 | April 2025 | May 2025 | June 2025 | July 2025 | August 2025 | September 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Introduction to Systems Thinking | ASKIST | Hotel | - | - | - | 06 | 26 |