Certified Systems Thinking Associate (CSTA)

Training Schedule: This registration will cover the following two sessions:

• Session 1: December 7, 2024 (06:00 AM - 02:00 PM EST)
• Session 2: December 14, 2024 (06:00 AM - 02:00 PM EST)

Certified Systems Thinking Associate (CSTA)

Embark on a transformative journey into the world of systems thinking with our Certified Systems Thinking Associate (CSTA) program. This forward-thinking certification is designed for individuals who seek a profound understanding of systems thinking concepts, principles and approaches. Its goal is to equip individuals with the practical skills to navigate complex, real-world challenges.

Learning Objectives

1. Demonstrate an understanding of how to become systems literate.
2. Differentiate complex, wicked problems from puzzle or tame problems. Recognized the VUCA (volatile, uncertain, complex, and ambiguous) characteristics and identify the challenges faced when dealing with wicked problems.
3. Define key concepts in the field of systems thinking and demonstrate an understanding of their significance and practical implications.
4. Summarize the key milestones and major contributors in the history of systems thinking, demonstrating an understanding of its evolution and impact.
5. Identify the appropriate level of complexity, analyze the influence of randomness, and articulate the relationship between complexity and the number of elements in a system.
6. Define the purpose of key system thinking approaches and identify their underlying systemic perspective.
7. Evaluate the purpose, utility, strengths, and limitations of some key system mapping/modelling techniques by interpreting and analyzing them to represent different aspects of a system.

Earning Criteria

• You’ll need to complete a two-day or 16-hour associate training course provided by the Systems Thinking Alliance. Following this, you must successfully pass the CSTA certification assessment exam.

Who should Apply?

• Executives, Managers, and Professionals from various sectors, including—but not limited to— Government, Healthcare, Education, Finance, Transport, and Technology.
• Social entrepreneurs, systems architects/designers, policymakers and change agents.
• Anyone interested in beginning their systems thinking journey, learning the language of and ready to apply the systems concept to real-world problems.

Language & Level

• Level: Foundational
• Language: English

What you will get

• 2 Days (16) hours online interactive training session
• Pre-read CSTA guide
• Lecture slide deck in PDF format after the training
• Access to Miro Board
• Certified Systems Thinking Associate (CSTA) Certificate
• Guaranteed early bird discount offer on future practitioner training
• Potential opportunity to co-facilitate future CSTA sessions.
• Free 60 minutes one-on-one coaching session

Learn more: Certified Systems Thinking Associate (CSTA) Certification (systemsthinkingalliance.org)

Terms and Conditions

By registering for this course, you agree to comply with the following terms and conditions.

Course Materials:All manuals and other materials provided during the course are copyrighted and proprietary properties of Systems Thinking Alliance or the respective owners. All copyrights remain with the copyright holder. No part of the course materials may be reproduced, stored, transmitted, or translated without prior written consent from Systems Thinking Alliance.

Prohibition on Sharing: Students are strictly prohibited from sharing any course content made available online or in any public forum.

Refund Policy: A full refund is available for cancellations made more than 30 calendar days prior to the course start date. A 50% refund is available for cancellations made between 1 to 29 calendar days before the course starts. No refunds will be issued on or after the course commencement date. Refunds will be processed automatically for credit card transactions, less any applicable administrative fees.

Course Cancellations: Systems Thinking Alliance reserves the right to cancel any class due to inclement weather, instructor illness, insufficient enrollment, or other unforeseen circumstances. We will endeavor to reschedule the canceled class or provide alternative arrangements for training.

Liability Disclaimer: Systems Thinking Alliance, including its directors, employees, instructors, or agents, shall not be liable for any direct or indirect damages resulting from the use of the training provided. By agreeing to these terms, students indemnify and hold harmless Systems Thinking Alliance against all claims.

General Conditions: While we strive to avoid disruptions, Systems Thinking Alliance is not responsible for shipping delays, flight delays for instructors, or the quality of food served.

Attendance Requirement:A minimum of 80% attendance is required to receive a certificate of completion.

Technical Requirements: Students are responsible for ensuring they meet the necessary technical requirements to attend online classes, including Microsoft Teams and Miro compatibility.

By proceeding with the registration, you acknowledge and agree to all the aforementioned terms and conditions.

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