Whole Systems Modelling with iThink™ or STELLA™
| Subject | Introduction to Systems Thinking and System Dynamics Modelling and Simulation using the iThink™ or STELLA™ software |
| Suitable for | The full two day course is designed for people who need a comprehensive training package to getting started in modelling with ithink or STELLA. Day 1 is also offered on its own and would be suitable as an introduction for senior managers or executives to explore the benefits of using systems modelling in their organisation. |
| Duration | One or two day workshop |
| Format | Interactive and participative using the iThink™ and STELLA™ software to develop skills in whole systems modelling and interpreting existing models |
| Venue |
Conyngham Hall, Knaresborough, North Yorkshire
Also available at Brunel University, Uxbridge (2nd/3rd Nov 2011) |
| Date | Tuesday 8th and Wednesday 9th November 2011 |
| Cost | Both days: £850 + VAT (£695 + VAT for Public Sector/voluntary
organisations) Day one only: £495 + VAT (£450 + VAT for Public Sector/voluntary organisations) |
Synopsis
A practical programme developed for managers and executives at all levels, especially commissioners, planners and analysts with strategic or operational change management responsibilities. Learn the basic elements of systems thinking, understanding feedback and building simple models to demonstrate and communicate learning.
Benefits
Participants return to their organisations able to:
- Think about strategic and operational issues in systemic terms
- Formulate strategies that are aligned with operational reality
- Design effective business processes
- Explore different options and assess their costs and benefits
- Reveal hidden problems of change
- Use simulation to identify and avoid actions which are counter productive
- Communicate effectively using simple system dynamic models
- Share models with colleagues to enhance learning
Programme
Day 1 – Overview of whole systems modelling with iThink™ and STELLA™
- Introduction to whole systems modelling; background, benefits, applications, key learning opportunities
- Problem identification and systems mapping – causal loop diagrams and ‘behaviour over time’
- Mapping systems as processes – introduction to stocks and flows
- Developing understanding of system performance – simulation models
Day 2 - Using systems modelling to communicate and share learning
- Review of Day 1
- Exploring policies using SD tools
- Learning how to communicate and share models with colleagues
- Building a learning network to further opportunities for applying SD tools
Location
The historic market town of Knaresborough stands on the River Nidd at the edge of the scenic Yorkshire Dales. There is good access by road (via the A1(M)) or by rail (via Leeds or York).
The venue for the workshop is Conyngham Hall, one of Knaresborough's best-known and most prestigious Grade II listed buildings, and a former home of the Mackintosh family.
Situated within beautifully landscaped gardens, and with access to riverside walks, the Hall is now run commercially as a business centre and conference venue.
For those people who require overnight accomodation, we have negotiated a discounted rate for B&B at the nearby Dower House Hotel. Details of other local accommodation can be supplied on request.
To find out more about our system dynamic workshops, please send us an email, or use the enquiry form