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Systems thinking for solving complex problems - Christchurch workshop

11/26/2009

8.30 - 12.30, 26 November 2009, The Chateau on the Park, 189 Deans Ave, Christchurch

Programme - Systems Thinking for Solving Complex Problems Chirstchurch Workshop (pdf 189kb)

WORKSHOP FEES
$145.00 + GST ($163.00) Non-SOLGM Members
$125.00 + GST ($141.00) SOLGM Members

Systems Thinking is a scientific approach to problem solving that deals with hidden complexity and sustainability

It:

• Provides tools and techniques for solving complex problems.
• Improves understanding and anticipation of long term consequences of decisions, actions, policies and strategies.
• Aims to avoid unintended consequences.

Overview

This workshop will introduce ‘systems thinking’ as a tool for helping central and local government work better together and address complex problems.  Led by Professor Kambiz Maani, an internationally renowned expert in systems thinking and sustainable strategies, you will learn how to use systems thinking as a tool for multi-dimensional, multi-stakeholder decision making at local and national levels.

Who Should Attend?

Central and local government

• strategic decision makers
• planners
• relationship managers
• policy makers
• operational staff
• those interested in community outcomes

What to expect from this Workshop?

• understanding of systems thinking and its application to central and local government decision-making
• techniques and tools for using and applying systems thinking to complex problems
• exercises to develop practical skills for applying systems thinking in your role
• an opportunity for central and local government to learn and understand systems thinking together
• improved skills for working together to achieve local and national priorities.

Registration and further information

Carolyn Lampp

Event Coordinator, SOLGM Opus Business School

DDI: 04 978 1243 Email: clampp@solgm.org.nz

www.solgm.org.nz

or Ann Pomeroy

Manager Interface Facilitation

Local Government and Community Branch

Department of Internal Affairs

DDI: 04 495 9300

Email: ann.pomeroy@dia.govt.nz