System Thinking
Grounded in established systems theory and organizational learning principles, this program helps teams identify root causes, anticipate consequences, and solve complex problems with a big-picture perspective.
The Skill of Seeing the Entire Organization
Through the concept of systems and the analysis of the elements that make up the system, as well as the interconnections between these elements, we learn the perspective and specific methods of viewing the organization we work in as a whole, not just in parts.
Systems Thinking? A mindset for understanding complex systems as a whole
"Systems thinking as a discipline for seeing wholes and a framework for seeing interrelationships rather than things, for seeing patterns of change rather than static snapshots."
(Peter Senge, 1990)
Then why should we learn "Systems Thinking" ?
"As interdependency increases, we must learn to leant in a new way. In short, interdependency demands Systems Thinking. Without it, the evolutionary trajectory that we've been following since we emerged from the primordial soup will become increasingly less viable."
Unique Features of Systems Thinking
How can it be used in our organization?
Through System thinking,
- You can analyze the causes of issues our organization is facing and their solutions from a holistic organizational perspective.
- In unexpected crisis situations, you can find long-term solutions rather than relying on temporary measures.
- You can identify the interdependence and connectivity among various departments, teams, and individuals within our organization.
- You can foster a healthy organizational culture by emphasizing collaboration and teamwork within the organization.
- It grows into a continuously self-improving Leaming Organization.
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Systems Thinking Curriculum (8H)
Module
Key content
Time (Hour)
Opening
- Program Introduction and Participant Greetings
0.5
Viewing Organizations as Complex Systems
- Systems Thinking Concept
- Complex System and Complex Adaptive System
1.5
Influence Diagrams to Support Systems Thinking
- Exploring Influence Diagrams
- Differences Between Influence Diagrams and Logic Trees
1
Understanding Systems
- Understanding the Structure of Systems and the World Outside Systems
- Various Relationships Within Systems
- The Importance of Understanding Systems
1
Discovering Two Worlds
- Exploring the Experiential World and Conceptual World
- The Development Process from the Experiential World to the
Conceptual World
1
Practicing Systems Thinking with Influence Diagrams
- Practicing Influence Diagrams Through a Card Game
- Drawing an Influence Diagram for My Organization
2.5
Turning Today's Learning into Change
- Reviewing the Training Content
- CAA Session