Overview
Leaders and managers deal with complex problems whose resolution requires holistic approaches and sophisticated thinking that embraces multiple perspectives.
Through challenging, case-based learning leaders and managers can develop the mindsets and toolkit to understand and act on the multi-faceted business problems of today and tomorrow.
This module is part of the Enterprise Leadership series. Learn more
What you will learn
By participating in Systems Thinking for Leaders you will approach your role in problem solving and change equipped with new perspectives and models that will help you deliver effective and sustainable strategies for multi-dimensional business problems.
Who should participate?
This program will help leaders and managers who deal with complex problems whose resolution requires holistic thinking and working with a diverse set of needs and interests. This could include:
- Business Managers and Leaders
- Public sector policy professionals and program leaders
- Not-for-profit leaders who work with government and industry on complex policy and service delivery
As part of QUT's Enterprise Leadership series, this course aligns to the Leadership competencies for Queensland. Call our team on 07 3138 6573 to learn more, or download the competency map.
Your expert facilitator Dr Kate Joyner
An experienced executive educator, management consultant and facilitator, Kate develops leaders and leadership groups for the challenges of the 21st century. Kate has held senior leadership development positions in the university and government sectors for more than two decades.
Kate completed her PhD in Business Strategy in 2011, and is the winner of several academic awards for her work in partnering and joint ventures. Kate has particular expertise and academic interest in complex organisations, as well as smart collaboration between government, business and the non-profit sector.
She holds a degree in music from the Queensland Conservatorium of Music and an MBA and PhD from QUT. She is a member of the Australian and New Zealand Academy of Management (ANZAM) and the US Academy of Management.
Learn more about Dr Kate JoynerCore concepts
This course will immerse you in real-world situations to guide your understanding of;
- The systems thinking mindset for seeing your problems and opportunities through a set of powerful lenses
- Systems inquiry: Tools for gaining a broader understanding of a problem or issue by asking ‘what is, why so and who says?’
- Systems intervention: thoughtful responses to change that accommodate diverse interests and avoid unintended consequences
Details
Where and when
QUT Executive Education Centre
Level 4, B Block, QUT Gardens Point
2 George St
Brisbane QLD 4001
Pre-work opens: Thursday 7 October 2021
Workshop one: Thursday 21 October 2021
Workshop two: Thursday 18 November 2021
Certification
At the end of the course, you'll receive a Certificate of Attendance documenting your participation in the course.
Cost
| Registration type | Cost |
|---|---|
| Professional Development Module - Early Bird (closes 4 weeks before enrolments close) | $1,710 (GST exempt) |
| Professional Development Module (closes 2 weeks before pre-work opens) | $1,900 (GST exempt) |
| Professional Development Module - Group Registration (4 or more) | $1,710 (GST exempt) |
| QUT Alumni / Staff registration (25% discount) | $1,425 (GST exempt) |
More details
Part of the QUTeX Enterprise Leadership Series
QUT's Enterprise Leadership provides a flexible pathway for managers and aspiring senior leaders to develop the confidence, frameworks, and capability to understand complex environments and lead successful business outcomes.
With a suite of flexible learning Professional Development Modules designed by leading experts across QUT’s faculties, you’ll benefit from the ability to pick and choose the right study areas for you.
Graduate Certificate in Business (Enterprise Leadership)
Did you know that you can transform your leadership development into a postgraduate qualification?
This Enterprise Leadership module can be completed with an additional (optional) Credential unit. This provides you with the accreditation needed to go towards the completion of a Graduate Certificate in Business (Enterprise Leadership), an MBA, or an Executive MBA.
QUT’s Graduate Certificate in Business (Enterprise Leadership) has been designed as an extension of the Enterprise Leadership series, to provide participants with a postgraduate level qualification in leading with an enterprise perspective. To attain this qualification, you will need to complete two core Enterprise Leadership modules (Leading Self and Others and Actioning Strategic Innovation) plus any two electives from the available Enterprise Leadership modules.
This program encourages leaders to work on behalf of the whole organisation as well as on their own business unit or team. It is suitable for leaders in corporate, public and non-profit sectors.
Learn more about the Graduate Certificate in Business (Enterprise Leadership)
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