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Beyond Systems Thinking: Navigating Complexity

Name: Beyond Systems Thinking: Navigating Complexity
Price: 4100 INR

Learn to address complex global challenges using hybrid science and design approaches in this introductory course.

Course Cost

₹ 4,100

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Skill Level

6 Weeks

Self-paced lessons

Explore innovative approaches to tackle complex global issues like climate change and economic inequality. This course, part of the "Designing Resilient Regenerative Systems" series, combines scientific analysis with design thinking to foster transformative action. You'll develop critical perspectives on systems thinking, learn to navigate complexity, and understand concepts like resilience and circularity. Through real-world case studies and practical exercises, you'll gain tools to become an effective change agent in your region. The course emphasizes holistic worldviews, embracing uncertainty, and connecting with nature and community. You'll engage in virtual learning, physical activities, and social interactions to deepen your understanding and application of systemic innovation. By the end, you'll be equipped to lead transformative change towards a more regenerative future.

Justyna Swat

Daniel Christian Wahl

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Justyna Swat

Daniel Christian Wahl

What you'll learn

Develop a critical understanding of systems thinking and complexity management

Master the "view from above" technique for navigating complex systems

Gain practical skills in social network analysis for design in complex environments

Understand and apply concepts of circular economy across various scales

Explore systemic innovation through real-world case studies

Engage in practical, place-based learning through "Systemic Cycles" and "Gigamapping"

Develop leadership skills for driving transformative change towards regeneration

Learn to apply "organic emergence" strategies for dealing with unpredictable complexity

Skills you'll gain

Systems Thinking

Complexity Navigation

Resilience

Circularity

Social Network Analysis

Systemic Innovation

Regenerative Design

Transformative Action

This course includes:

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Graded assignments, exams

Access on Mobile, Tablet, Desktop

Limited Access access

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Module Description

This course explores advanced concepts in systems thinking and complexity management. It covers critical perspectives on traditional systems approaches, techniques for navigating complex environments, and practical applications of resilience theory. Participants learn about social network analysis, circular economy principles, and systemic innovation strategies. The course integrates theoretical knowledge with real-world case studies from various European regions, offering a comparative understanding of sustainability transitions. It emphasizes hands-on learning through virtual content, physical engagement in nature, and collaborative mapping exercises. The curriculum is designed to develop participants' capacity to lead transformative change and contribute to regenerative practices in their local contexts.

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These are the expert instructors who will be teaching you throughout the course. With a wealth of knowledge and real-world experience, they're here to guide, inspire, and support you every step of the way. Get to know the people who will help you reach your learning goals and make the most of your journey.

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Justyna Swat

Justyna Swat is a systems-oriented designer and trained architect currently serving as a lecturer at the École nationale supérieure de création industrielle (ENSCI–Les Ateliers) in Paris. She is the founder of TinyLabs, a design initiative focused on innovative solutions for sustainability, and a design associate at the MonViso Institute, a real-world laboratory dedicated to sustainability transitions and regenerative design. Swat holds a strong commitment to informed design for innovation and systems change, utilizing technology and science to support creative problem-solving. Since 2014, she has been actively involved in teaching at ENSCI–Les Ateliers, where she shares her expertise in design thinking and sustainable practices. Her work emphasizes the importance of collaboration across disciplines to address complex challenges in contemporary society. Additionally, she initiated POC21, a hardware innovation camp for climate solutions during the UN’s COP21 Summit in Paris, bringing together a diverse group of makers and designers to prototype sustainable technologies. Through her multifaceted approach to design and education, Justyna Swat aims to foster positive impact and navigate the complexities of modern environmental issues.

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Daniel Christian Wahl

Daniel Christian Wahl is a prominent author, consultant, educator, and activist known for his work in regenerative design and sustainability. He holds a Ph.D. in Natural Design and has dedicated his career to catalyzing transformative innovation in the face of converging crises. Wahl is the author of the influential book Designing Regenerative Cultures, which presents a framework for creating cultures and systems that actively contribute to ecological and social regeneration. His extensive experience includes teaching capacity-building workshops on sustainability issues and advising various organizations, including the United Nations Institute of Training and Research (UNITAR) and the British Government's UK Foresight.

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Fritjof Capra

Fritjof Capra, Ph.D., is a renowned scientist, educator, activist, and author known for his influential works that connect scientific concepts with broader societal changes in worldview and values. He earned his Ph.D. in theoretical physics from the University of Vienna in 1966 and has conducted extensive research in various prestigious institutions, including the University of California, Santa Cruz, and Stanford University. Capra is best known for his bestselling book The Systems View of Life, co-authored with Pier Luigi Luisi, which presents a comprehensive framework integrating biological, cognitive, social, and ecological dimensions of life through a systems perspective. His earlier work, The Tao of Physics, explores parallels between modern physics and Eastern mysticism, challenging conventional mechanistic views and advocating for a holistic understanding of life. As a founding director of the Center for Ecoliteracy in Berkeley, California, he promotes ecology and systems thinking in education. Capra's activism emphasizes the importance of systemic solutions to global challenges such as climate change, poverty, and environmental degradation, advocating for a shift from reductionist thinking to a more integrated approach that recognizes the interconnectedness of all living systems. His contributions have made him a leading figure in the discourse on sustainability and ecological literacy.

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Eric L. Berlow

Eric L. Berlow, Ph.D., is a social impact data scientist and ecologist dedicated to using data for positive societal change. With academic training in ecology, statistics, and network science, he combines his expertise to work with social mission companies, organizations, corporate initiatives, investors, and philanthropists. Berlow is the CEO of Vibrant Data Labs, a social impact data science group that employs advanced data synthesis, computational statistics, and machine learning to empower evidence-based decision-making that benefits both humanity and the environment. His career includes significant roles such as the founding director of the University of California's Sierra Nevada Research Institute in Yosemite National Park, where he facilitated collaborations between scientists and government agencies to support conservation efforts. Berlow has been recognized as a TED Fellow and Senior Fellow, delivering impactful talks on simplifying complexity in ecological systems and mapping relationships among species. His work emphasizes the importance of revealing hidden patterns in complex data to foster strategic decision-making in addressing global challenges such as climate change. Through his innovative approach to data science, Berlow aims to enhance human agency and promote collaborative solutions for a sustainable future.

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Birger Sevaldson

Birger Sevaldson is a professor at the Oslo School of Architecture and Design (AHO) and a founding member of the design research network OCEAN. He specializes in systems-oriented design, which integrates complex systems thinking into the design process to address uncertainty and foster innovative solutions. Sevaldson's work emphasizes the importance of understanding the interconnectedness of various design elements and their impact on sustainability and resilience.

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Michael Stauffacher

Michael Stauffacher is a professor at ETH Zürich specializing in transdisciplinary research and environmental sociology. His work bridges scientific excellence with societal relevance, focusing on complex real-world problems through an integrative approach that connects different disciplinary perspectives. He has made significant contributions to sustainability science, particularly in areas such as energy transition, risk governance, and environmental sociology. His research addresses contested infrastructures, including deep geothermal energy, carbon capture and storage, and the energy-climate change nexus in urban development. Through his innovative methodology of co-designing research with societal actors and co-producing knowledge, he has developed new frameworks for sustainability learning and public participation in technological decision-making. Stauffacher's approach emphasizes close interaction with stakeholders throughout the research process, ensuring that scientific findings translate into practical solutions for environmental and social challenges. His work at ETH Zürich continues to advance methodologies for integrating scientific knowledge with societal needs, fostering solutions that respect both environmental limits and social justice.

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Benjamin Marias

Benjamin Marias is a co-founder and associate at AIR Coop, a cooperative based in Annecy, France, dedicated to fostering sustainable practices and innovative economic models such as circular and regenerative economies. Since its inception in 2010, AIR Coop has focused on creating a positive impact within its ecosystems, including the fields of sports, tourism, culture, and education. Marias is passionate about the outdoors and believes in taking action over mere discussion, actively engaging in initiatives that promote sustainability.

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Tobias Luthe

Tobias Luthe is a prominent professor at ETH Zurich and the Oslo School of Architecture and Design (AHO), where he specializes in regenerative design and sustainability science. He holds a Ph.D. in resilience of complex systems and directs the Systemic Design Labs at ETH Zurich, focusing on creating resilient regenerative systems. Luthe is also the co-founder of Grown, a design-as-nature lab recognized for its award-winning bio-composite skis made from hemp. Additionally, he serves as the director of the MonViso Institute, a real-world laboratory located in the Italian Alps dedicated to sustainability transitions. His research emphasizes nature-based design and governance innovation, particularly in mountainous regions facing environmental challenges. As co-lead of the Mountain Resilience Working Group at the Mountain Research Initiative, he contributes to advancing research on resilience in mountain systems. Luthe's interdisciplinary approach integrates science, design, and community engagement, aiming to foster sustainable practices that enhance both ecological and social resilience in vulnerable regions.

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Haley Fitzpatrick

Haley Fitzpatrick is a Ph.D. Fellow at The Oslo School of Architecture and Design and researcher at the MonViso Institute, where she combines architectural expertise with environmental advocacy. With a background in architecture, she focuses on regenerative design practices and sustainable building solutions. Her research explores creative approaches to developing equitable living systems that benefit all planetary inhabitants, ranging from carbon-neutral building materials to regenerative landscape design. As both a practicing designer and researcher, she investigates sustainability transformations in mountain communities through systemic design approaches. Her work emphasizes the importance of mindful, low-impact interactions with nature, which she promotes through community engagement and outdoor activities. She brings a unique perspective to sustainable design by integrating her practical experience in architecture with research on regenerative practices and environmental stewardship.

Beginner

Skill Level

6 Weeks

Self-paced lessons

Course Cost

₹ 4,100

Completion

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