Systems Thinking for Smarter Problem Solving – 1 Day Course in Reading
Schedule
Mon, 15 Dec, 2025 at 09:00 am to Mon, 08 Jun, 2026 at 05:00 pm
UTC+00:00Location
For more information on venue address, reach out to "[email protected]" | Reading, EN
About this Event
Bring your team and save
1. Groups of three or more receive a 10% discount
2. Organizations hosting an in-house session with 10+ participants enjoy a 15% discount
About This Course
Duration: 1 Full Day (9:00 AM – 5:00 PM)
Delivery Mode: Classroom / Virtual
Language: English
Credits: 8 PDUs / Training Hours
Certification: Course Completion Certificate
Refreshments: Lunch, beverages & light snacks provided (in-person)
Course Overview
This workshop helps professionals break away from linear thinking and learn to understand how systems, people, processes, and structures interact. Participants will learn to analyze root causes, avoid unintended consequences, and make more informed decisions. Through discussions, models, case explorations, simulations, and reflective exercises, the session encourages a mindset shift from isolated problem-solving to holistic, systems-level awareness.
Learning Objectives
By the end of this workshop, you will be able to:
- Identify how systems, processes, and people interact
- Recognize root causes rather than treating symptoms
- Map workflows and analyze system dynamics
- Predict the ripple effects of decisions
- Apply systems thinking to solve real operational problems
- Use structured tools to improve decision-making
Target Audience
- Project managers & PMO teams
- Operations, quality, and process improvement professionals
- Business analysts, consultants, and planners
- Engineering & technical professionals
- Anyone involved in problem-solving across teams or structures
Why Choose This Course
In today’s complex organizational environments, solving problems requires a mindset that sees connections, not just tasks. Systems thinking equips professionals to identify root causes, prevent unintended consequences, and make decisions that create long-term positive outcomes. This workshop provides practical frameworks and visual tools that can be applied immediately to real work situations.
Want to train your entire team?
We offer customized in-house sessions designed to help teams build a shared systems-thinking mindset. This ensures everyone understands how decisions in one area impact results across the organization. In-house delivery supports collaborative problem-solving, alignment, and better cross-functional communication.
📧 Contact us today to schedule a customized in-house session: [email protected]
Agenda
Module 1: Introduction to Systems Thinking
Info: • What makes a system different from tasks and processes
• Understanding interconnectedness and patterns
• Identifying system boundaries and elements
Icebreaker Activity
Module 2: Mapping System Components
Info: • Visualizing workflows and relationships
• Recognizing dependencies and system constraints
• Using diagrams to uncover hidden structures
Activity
Module 3: Cause & Effect Awareness
Info: • Understanding feedback loops
• Identifying reinforcing vs. balancing patterns
• Avoiding short-term solutions that create long-term issues
Role Play
Module 4: Real-World Systems Analysis
Info: • Case patterns in operations, projects, teams, and markets
• Identifying leverage points for influence
• How small shifts create large positive impact
Case Study
Module 5: Simulation for Decision Dynamics
Info: • Scenario-based decision-making
• Forecasting outcomes before acting
• Managing trade-offs and ripple effects
Simulation Exercise
Module 6: Team-Based Systems Problem Solving
Info: • Collective insight and multi-perspective thinking
• Group modeling of problem scenarios
• Avoiding biases with structured collaboration
Group Brainstorm Activity
Module 7: Action Planning for Ongoing Use
Info: • Translating systems tools into workplace routines
• Setting up triggers for reflective thinking
• Building your systems thinking practice
Action Plan Review
Where is it happening?
For more information on venue address, reach out to "[email protected]", Ph No: +1 469 666 9332, Reading, United KingdomEvent Location & Nearby Stays:
GBP 581.41 to GBP 753.67
