Open University: Systems Thinking in Practice (E28)

Name: Systems Thinking in Practice (E28)
Author: Open University

Institution	Open University
Department	The Open University
Web	http://www.open.ac.uk
Email	general-enquiries@open.ac.uk
Telephone	0300 303 5303
Study type	Taught

Summary

This diploma develops your ability to approach and tackle complex, messy problem situations. It provides practical tools that bring new perspectives and approaches to problem-solving; it may change your thinking about a task or wider situation of interest. You’ll consider other people’s roles, reflect on your own and others’ practice and assess how the different components are related. The course develops holistic thinking and collaborative working skills, helping you move towards effective solutions and avoid systemic failures.

Key features of the course - Encourages fresh ways of thinking about and approaching complex tasks and situations

Develops the tools and skills needed to tackle problem situation holistically, effectively and ethically
The opportunity to top up to our MSc in Systems Thinking in Practice in just one more year

Postgraduate Diploma - PgDip

Distance Learning, 2 years starts May 2025

Level	RQF Level 7
Entry requirements	There are no entry requirements for this qualification. However, some option modules do have entry requirements. We’ll ask you to prove you meet them when you register for any of these modules: • Financial markets and the financing of organisations (B815) • Managing in a changing world (B870) • Creating and sustaining value (B872) • Principles of social and psychological inquiry (DD801) • Advance your independent learning (YXM830) Although this qualification has no entry requirements, we recommend you have: • A UK honours degree (or equivalent). • Minimum IELTS (International English Language Testing System) scores of: o Reading: 5.5 o Writing: 5.5 o Speaking: 5.5 o Listening: 5.5 o Overall: 6.0. Our free course, Succeeding in postgraduate study, helps you develop the skills and confidence to manage the requirements and demands of postgraduate study.
Location	Distance Learning Online None

Distance Learning, 2 years starts Nov 2024

Level	RQF Level 7
Entry requirements	There are no entry requirements for this qualification. However, some option modules do have entry requirements. We’ll ask you to prove you meet them when you register for any of these modules: • Financial markets and the financing of organisations (B815) • Managing in a changing world (B870) • Creating and sustaining value (B872) • Principles of social and psychological inquiry (DD801) • Advance your independent learning (YXM830) Although this qualification has no entry requirements, we recommend you have: • A UK honours degree (or equivalent). • Minimum IELTS (International English Language Testing System) scores of: o Reading: 5.5 o Writing: 5.5 o Speaking: 5.5 o Listening: 5.5 o Overall: 6.0. Our free course, Succeeding in postgraduate study, helps you develop the skills and confidence to manage the requirements and demands of postgraduate study.
Location	Distance Learning Online None

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