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Micro-credential in Systems Thinking & Viability

Micro-credential in Systems Thinking & Viability

This course teaches systems thinking for organisations. Participants will learn to see organisations as interconnected systems and understand how different elements work together. It covers governance as a system of direction and control and how to use systems thinking to solve governance challenges.

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Course description

This course provides a comprehensive exploration of systems thinking and its application within organisational contexts. Participants will learn to view organisations through a systems lens, understanding the complex interplay of elements that contribute to overall viability. The course examines governance as a system of direction and control and how to apply systems thinking to address governance challenges.

The course delves into systems modelling, focusing on control system diagrams as a tool for visualising and managing organisational dynamics. Participants will also explore systems archetypes, identifying common organisational problems and anti-patterns that can hinder success.

The importance of measurement in maintaining organisational resilience and viability is emphasised, with a particular focus on how feedback mechanisms enable organisations to thrive. The course also highlights the role of systems thinking in continuous improvement, demonstrating how these tools can be integrated into broader organisational strategies.

By the end of the course, participants will have a robust understanding of how to apply systems thinking to identify and address root causes of problems, rather than merely addressing symptoms, make improved decisions that consider long-term impacts and interdependencies, and reduce unintended consequences to drive organisational resilience.

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    • Delivery
  • Online (self-paced)
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Learning outcomes

• Justify and explain the use of systems thinking tools for evaluating complex organisational problems to ensure viability.
• Critically analyse complex organisational problems using advanced systems thinking tools.
• Effectively communicate solutions using visual tools and written narratives from systems thinking.

Commencement date: You can start any of our Micro-credentials or a Micro-credential Bundle on the first Monday of every month, starting 3 February 2025. Register anytime through the course catalogue for your preferred month of commencement.
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  • Micro-credential in Systems Thinking & Viability

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  • This Micro-credential forms a part of the following Bundles:
    Micro-credential in Governance Leadership
    Micro-credential Bundle in Whole-of-organisation Governance

Assessment

The micro-credential assessment strategy offers participants a choice in how they demonstrate their achievement of the learning outcomes, allowing them to tailor their assessment experience based on their unique goals and preferences.

When completing the assessment for a micro-credential, students will have the choice between the following options:

Micro-cred-assessment options

Part A – Participants complete an authentic assessment aligned to the intended learning outcomes.

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Part B – Participants curate a portfolio of evidence demonstrating how they have met the specific capability in their professional practice, along with a recorded testimony explaining how the portfolio addresses the criteria for the credential.

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Part C – Regardless of whether option A or B is selected, students will also complete a reflective piece that considers their learning experience and how they have, or intend to, apply their learning in their professional practice.

Upon successful completion of the assessment, a digital badge will be awarded by My eQuals.

 

Course price

Online
Member $1,090
Non-Member pricing $1,210

 

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