Methods for Systems Thinking

65+ Practical Approaches for Exploring Systems, Perspectives, and Complexity
1. Auflage 2026
ISBN: 978-1-041-11171-9
Verlag: Taylor & Francis Ltd

Buch, Englisch, 290 Seiten, Format (B × H): 152 mm x 229 mm

Methods for Systems Thinking is a practical workbook with more than 65 methods you can apply right away. It helps you explore complex systems, involve the right people, and respond effectively to change.

The QuickStart Guide shows you where to begin. You can start with the short theory section, use the 5M Methods Matrix to choose an approach, or jump straight to a method. Methods are organized by the 5M Structure (Motivate, Meet, Map, Make, and Manage) so you can quickly find what fits your purpose, whether clarifying goals, engaging stakeholders, mapping connections, shaping responses, or adapting over time.

Each method spans three pages and gives you a description, purpose, application, illustration, and step-by-step guidance. You also get tips for facilitation, debriefing, and variations. The focus is on action, turning reflection into results.

Zielgruppe

Professional Practice & Development, Professional Reference, and Professional Training

Autoren/Hrsg.

Baron, Christian

Fachgebiete

• Sozialwissenschaften Pädagogik Pädagogik Bildungswesen: Organisation und Verwaltung
• Wirtschaftswissenschaften Wirtschaftswissenschaften Wirtschaftswissenschaften: Berufe, Ausbildung, Karriereplanung
• Wirtschaftswissenschaften Betriebswirtschaft Management Unternehmensorganisation & Entwicklungsstrategien
• Wirtschaftswissenschaften Betriebswirtschaft Management Entscheidungsfindung
• Sozialwissenschaften Pädagogik Schulen, Schulleitung Privatschulen, alternative Schulformen
• Wirtschaftswissenschaften Betriebswirtschaft Organisationstheorie, Organisationssoziologie, Organisationspsychologie
• Wirtschaftswissenschaften Betriebswirtschaft Management Wissensmanagement
• Wirtschaftswissenschaften Betriebswirtschaft Bereichsspezifisches Management Personalwesen, Human Resource Management

Inhaltsverzeichnis

Introduction Part 1: Systems and Systems Thinking 1. Understand Systems 2. Understand Systems Thinking? 3. Think in Systems 4. Navigate in Systems Part 2: Select Methods for Systems Practice Chapter 5. The 5M Methods Matrix Chapter Part 3: Apply 65+ Methods for Systems Practice 6. Motivate: Why and What For? Chapter 7. Meet: Engage Stakeholders and Perspectives 8. Map: Understanding the System 9: Make: Take Action and Create Solutions 10. Manage: Evaluating and Adapting Over Time 11. Final Thoughts

Über Autor(innen)

Christian Baron, PhD, is a consultant, trainer, and systemic coach. He uses systems thinking to make complexity manageable, with a focus on clarity, collaboration, and lasting impact.