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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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    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, Design Strategies, Organizational Development, Organizational Change, Innovation, Strategic Thinking, Leadership

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    University of Virginia

    Sustainability through Soccer: Systems-Thinking in Action

    Skills you'll gain: Systems Thinking, Sustainable Development, Sustainable Systems, Visionary, Critical Thinking and Problem Solving, Open Mindset, Environmental Issue, Adaptability, Resilience

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    University of California San Diego

    Computational Thinking & Block Programming in K-12 Education

    Skills you'll gain: Debugging, Computer Programming Tools, Algorithms, Programming Principles, Computational Thinking, Diversity Awareness, Digital pedagogy, Program Development, Technical Communication, Event-Driven Programming, Computer Programming, Computational Logic, Education Software and Technology, Collaborative Software, Animation and Game Design, Cultural Responsiveness, Code Review, Diversity Equity and Inclusion Initiatives, Computer Science, Brainstorming

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    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign

    Sustainable Food Systems

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

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    Stanford University

    Introduction to Mathematical Thinking

    Skills you'll gain: Advanced Mathematics, Mathematical Theory & Analysis, Mathematics and Mathematical Modeling, Calculus, Mathematics Education, Deductive Reasoning, General Mathematics, Logical Reasoning

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    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    SkillUp

    IT Systems Design and Analysis 

    Skills you'll gain: Systems Design, Business Process Modeling, Data Flow Diagrams (DFDs), Systems Analysis, Data Modeling, Process Modeling, Business Systems Analysis, Business Workflow Analysis, Digital Transformation, Enterprise Modeling, Business Process, Systems Architecture, Business Analysis, Information Technology, Process Flow Diagrams, Prototyping, Computer Science, Agile Methodology, Product Lifecycle Management, Business Communication

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    Northeastern University

    Information Systems Foundations

    Skills you'll gain: Systems Thinking, Software Visualization, Object Oriented Design, Software Engineering, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Project Risk Management, Application Design, Web Applications, Software Development Life Cycle, Risk Management, Case Studies, Web Development, Software Development Methodologies, Application Development, Program Development, Python Programming, Application Frameworks, Software Design, Programming Principles, Computer Programming

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    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    Imperial College London

    Health Systems Development

    Skills you'll gain: Health Policy, Health Systems, Health Equity, Health Assessment, Health Care, Public Health and Disease Prevention, Policy Analysis, Research, and Development, Public Health, Health Care Administration, Health Disparities, Health Promotion, Health Administration, Governance, Healthcare Industry Knowledge, Policy Analysis, Social Determinants Of Health, Sustainable Development, Public Policies, Research

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    University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign

    Design Thinking for Digital Agriculture

    Skills you'll gain: Human Centered Design, Design Thinking, User Centered Design, Stakeholder Communications, Innovation, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Ideation, Prototyping, Stakeholder Engagement, Scalability, Digital Transformation, Emerging Technologies, Communication, Sustainable Business

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    Siemens

    Introduction to Model-Based Systems Engineering

    Skills you'll gain: Model Based Systems Engineering, Systems Engineering, Systems Design, Systems Architecture, Engineering Software, Systems Analysis, Product Lifecycle Management, Process Modeling, Diagram Design, Cloud Computing

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    Johns Hopkins University

    Patient Safety and Quality Improvement: Developing a Systems View (Patient Safety I)

    Skills you'll gain: Patient Safety, Systems Thinking, Health Systems, Safety Assurance, Quality Improvement, Continuous Quality Improvement (CQI), Risk Analysis, Culture

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    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai

    Systems Biology and Biotechnology

    Skills you'll gain: Matlab, Bioinformatics, Mathematical Software, Quantitative Research, Electrophysiology, Unsupervised Learning, Data Synthesis, Research, Mathematical Modeling, Molecular Biology, Simulation and Simulation Software, Pharmacology, Science and Research, Cell Biology, Biotechnology, Laboratory Research, Molecular, Cellular, and Microbiology, General Science and Research, Network Analysis, Biology

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    Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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

  • Design Thinking: IESE Business School
  • Sustainability through Soccer: Systems-Thinking in Action: University of Virginia
  • Computational Thinking & Block Programming in K-12 Education: University of California San Diego
  • Sustainable Food Systems: University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
  • Introduction to Mathematical Thinking: Stanford University
  • IT Systems Design and Analysis : SkillUp
  • Information Systems Foundations: Northeastern University
  • Health Systems Development: Imperial College London
  • Design Thinking for Digital Agriculture: University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
  • Introduction to Model-Based Systems Engineering: Siemens

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