Systems Thinking for Management Professionals- Course #103

Systems Thinking for Management Professionals Course #103

About

Objectives and Scope

The objective of this masterclass is to introduce management professionals to systems thinking as an avenue for achieving long-term and sustainable business results. The world of business was one of the earliest adopters of systems thinking, yet the management world is soaked in linear thinking.
This masterclass introduces the participant to the discipline of systems thinking and its diverse applications in organisational life. It contrasts thinking in systems with business strategy and covers different systems approaches used by businesses over time.

Topics Covered

* The Management of Complexity

* The World of Systems

* Introduction to Systems Approaches

* The Iceberg Model

* Building Mental Models

* Applying Systems Thinking in Management with real-life case studies

Approach

This masterclass is designed to provide a blend of theory and real-life examples using a combination of presentation and video relays. It is interactive and will feature breakout discussions and sharing.

Key Takeaways

1. Enhanced understanding of how systems thinking differs from conventional linear thinking.

2. Proficiency in applying systems thinking to various situations in organisational life.

3. Session recording will be made available as well as a list of additional resources for further advancement.

Conducted by

Shakti Saran is a writer, educator and systems thinker. His work experience spans four decades across the corporate and social sectors. He is an alum of the leadership programs at India Leaders for Social Sector (ILSS) and Radical Transformation Leadership (RTL) and holds certifications in systems thinking from eCornell and the Capra Course. He is the founder of Shaktify, a think-tank to empower changemakers. Shaktify promotes social and environmental change through webinars, storytelling and masterclasses. Shakti is an MBA from Boston University.

Target Audience & Eligibility

This masterclass is designed for management professionals and students enrolled in a business administration program. It is geography and theme neutral and relevant for those who wish to transform management systems in an environment of complexity. Management professionals include those working for corporate bodies, small businesses, public sector undertakings, consulting firms, start-ups and financial market professionals.

Duration & Dates

This one-session class will run for a duration of two hours, 15 minutes. Session timings are denoted in East Coast USA Time (ET), Central European Time (CET), India Standard Time (IST) and Singapore Standard Time (SST).
Instance 1: Sat 29 March 2025
12:00 ET | 17:00 CET | 21:30 IST

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Where

Online (Zoom)
Session recordings & notes will be shared.

Fees

Rs 1200
Please send Shakti an email at shakti@shaktify.in in case you have difficulty in paying fees.
Waivers will be provided for deserving cases.

This course is recommended for those above the age of 16.