Subject description

This subject introduces systems thinking as a critical approach to understanding and addressing complex, interconnected organisational and societal challenges. Students will engage with contemporary issues such as sustainability, modern slavery, and globalisation, developing the ability to critically assess these challenges through a range of systems thinking methodologies. By working through … For more content click the Read More button below.

Enrolment rules

Pre-Requisite

Equivalence

OPS 256 - Systems Thinking
MGMT256 - Systems Thinking and Simulation

Delivery

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Learning outcomes

On successful completion of this subject, students will be able to:
1.
Describe how systems thinking can be used to understand contemporary organisations.
2.
Communicate how systems thinking can be used to gain a more comprehensive understanding of both localised and global issues.
3.
Contrast systems thinking with other philosophical perspectives within the context of organisations.
4.
Critically analyse case studies through the lens of systems thinking.

Assessment details

In-Class and Online Quizzes

Group Project

Final Exam

Contact details

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