System thinking and system dynamic modelling
Dates & timetable:
Application for this micro-credential is closed for now and will be open in academic year 2026/2027.
| Date | Time |
| Friday, 03/04/2026 | 14:00-16:00 Central European Time – Croatia, France, Germany, Spain, or 15:00-17:00 Eastern European Time – Cyprus, Greece, Lithuania, Romania, or 13:00-15:00 Western European Time – Ireland |
| Friday, 17/04/2026 | |
| Friday, 24/04/2026 | |
| Friday, 08/05/2026 | |
| Friday, 15/05/2026 |
Description:
Unlock the potential of systems thinking through this micro-credential designed to tackle complexity and foster innovation. Learn to build computer simulations using stock-flow diagrams and causal loops—no prior technical knowledge needed. Bridging humanities and sciences, this micro-credential enhances critical and creative thinking while addressing challenges linked to sustainable development. Ideal for forward-thinking learners eager to lead change using IT, data, and systems approaches.
Learning Outcomes:
- Demonstrate fresh knowledge of systems analysis principles and deep understanding of the system dynamics approach and its application to the development of conceptual and simulation models.
- Prepare new and apply existing computer-based simulation models using stock and flow and causal loop diagrams in a simulation system.
Sustainable development goals:
- SDG4. Quality education
- SDG8. Decent work and economic growth
- SDG11. Sustainable cities and communities
- SDG12. Responsible consumption and production
Sector:
Smart
Thematic area:
Digital Humanities
HASHTAGS/KEY WORDS:
#IT #dataanalysis #innovations #technologies
Volume (ECTS):
1
Language:
English
Hard skills:
System dynamics diagramming methods Design & application of simulation models
Soft skills:
Creative & critical thinking Problem solving
Study format:
Online
Study methods:
Lectures discussions presentations diagramming simulation of real-life situations problem-based learning
Hours
Synchronous contact hours: 11
Asynchronous hours & self directed learning: 14
Entry requirements:
Bachelor student in one of the 9 partner universities of EU-CONEXUS, providing a proof of English proficiency of at least B2 level (certificate or online test).
Assessment:
Online Quiz (10-questions of different type), portfolio, individual work (submission of portfolio in the form of individually developed system dynamics models in a chosen simulation system).
HOST UNIVERSITY:
Klaipeda University, Lithuania
Stage of accreditation:
Internally accredited by the committee of the field of study according to the procedure in force at KU.
