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Best systems thinking Courses Online

We compared 20 Systems Thinking courses currently listed on Coursera, edX and Udemy, priced from $19.99 to $119.00. 9 come from a named university or institution, including Johns Hopkins University, Macquarie University and Northeastern University. They are ordered by our CourseAsk score, which is built from how thoroughly each course describes what it teaches, whether it comes from a named institution, and how it compares on price — not from star ratings, which our course data does not include.

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  1. 1
    Coursera MOOC / Non-credit Grade A University-backed

    Systems Thinking In Public Health

    Offered by Johns Hopkins University

    This course provides an introduction to systems thinking and systems models in public health. Problems in public health and health policy tend to be complex with many actors, institutions and risk factors involved. If an...

    $49.00
    listed price
  2. 2
    edX MOOC / Non-credit Grade C

    Beyond Systems Thinking

    Offered by ETH Zurich

    We need cultural and mental transformation to deal with the current global polycrisis. This MOOC is the second of four MOOCs to hybridize science, design, and transformative praxis. This joint learning journey is a fluid...

    $50.00
    listed price
  3. 3
    Coursera MOOC / Non-credit Grade A University-backed

    Organisational design: Know your organisation

    Offered by Macquarie University

    How do you lead your organisation when today’s work environment is so competitive and complex? When you become responsible for leading an organisation, your most important leadership challenge will be enabling your organ...

    $69.00
    listed price
  4. 4
    Coursera MOOC / Non-credit Grade A University-backed

    Information Systems Foundations

    Offered by Northeastern University

    The Information Systems Foundations specialization provides an immersive experience into software development and information systems across four courses. Designed to progressively build from basic concepts to advanced a...

    $49.00
    listed price
  5. 5
    Coursera MOOC / Non-credit Grade A University-backed

    Leading Sustainable Community Transformation

    Offered by University of Colorado Boulder

    Organizations today operate in increasingly complex environments where success depends on the ability to lead change, engage stakeholders, and make informed, context-driven decisions. This specialization gives profession...

    $49.00
    listed price
  6. 6
    Coursera MOOC / Non-credit Grade A University-backed

    Environmental Psychology

    Offered by O.P. Jindal Global University

    Environmental challenges such as climate change, pollution, urbanization, and biodiversity loss are not just environmental problems—they are fundamentally human behaviour problems. Understanding why people think, feel, a...

    $49.00
    listed price
  7. 7
    Coursera MOOC / Non-credit Grade A University-backed

    Transforming Communities

    Offered by University of Colorado Boulder

    Driving meaningful change in your organization requires more than internal alignment. It also depends on understanding the communities, networks, and systems your organization touches. This course equips business profess...

    $49.00
    listed price
  8. 8
    Coursera MOOC / Non-credit Grade A University-backed

    Creating a Technology Startup Company

    Offered by University of Colorado Boulder

    The course starts by exploring entrepreneurial ecosystems and systems thinking. The Technology Adoption Life Cycle is introduced to help explain market dynamics and support developing business strategy. Market research c...

    $99.00
    listed price
  9. 9
    Coursera MOOC / Non-credit Grade A University-backed

    Applied AI: Data Analysis, Workflows, and Decisions

    Offered by University of Michigan

    AI is quickly turning into a powerful tool for analyzing information, improving productivity, and supporting decision-making. But knowing how to use it effectively goes beyond basic prompting skills. In Applied AI: Data...

    $49.00
    listed price
  10. 10
    Coursera MOOC / Non-credit Grade A University-backed

    Introduction to Corporate Sustainability

    Offered by University of Colorado Boulder

    This course explores foundational sustainability concepts, including the economic, environmental, and social dimensions. Learners will explore key frameworks such as the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), Corporate So...

    $49.00
    listed price
  11. 11
    Coursera MOOC / Non-credit Grade B University-backed

    Thinking about sustainable business systemically

    Offered by The Open University

    On this course, you’ll examine the process, methodology and impact of global circular economy initiatives. You’ll use systems thinking and mapping to understand the underlying dynamics and interaction of your problem-opp...

    $49.00
    listed price
  12. 12
    Coursera MOOC / Non-credit Grade B

    Introduction to Systems Architecture  

    Offered by IBM

    The U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics projects about 12-13% job growth for computer systems and network architects in the coming years. This course is your first step toward entering the field of IT systems architecture. Y...

    $49.00
    listed price
  13. 13
    edX MOOC / Non-credit Grade B University-backed

    Embracing the Whole Person in Social Work

    Offered by University of Alaska Fairbanks

    This course will explore trauma and wellness from a holistic, systems approach, emphasizing connections, relationships, strengths-based, resilience, post-traumatic growth, and healing and wellness. Complex problems requi...

    $119.00
    listed price
  14. 14
    Coursera MOOC / Non-credit Grade B

    Advanced Decision Making for Strategic Leaders

    Offered by Packt

    This course features Coursera Coach! A smarter way to learn with interactive, real-time conversations that help you test your knowledge, challenge assumptions, and deepen your understanding as you progress through the co...

    $49.00
    listed price
  15. 15
    Udemy Certificate Grade B Lowest price here

    CCA-F Claude Certified Architect Foundations[Updated June26]

    Welcome to the ultimate preparation experience for the Claude Certified Architect - Foundations certification exam.The era of simple chatbots is over. Enterprise organizations are aggressively searching for highly skille...

    $19.99
    listed price
  16. 16
    Udemy Certificate Grade B

    Foundations of Strategic Thinking

    Transform How You Think, Decide, and LeadEver been told to "think more strategically" but never shown how? You're not alone. Most managers and professionals are expected to think strategically, yet no one teaches them th...

    $99.99
    listed price
  17. 17
    Udemy MOOC / Non-credit Grade B

    Essentially human: thinking skills for work and life

    Extend and flex your thinking, your cognitive muscles, to think better and quicker, and add value in an AI-influenced world.On this research-informed course, you will gain a better understanding of how your thinking infl...

    $19.99
    listed price
  18. 18
    Coursera MOOC / Non-credit Grade C

    Ecology: Ecosystem Dynamics and Conservation

    Offered by American Museum of Natural History

    This course is an introduction to ecology and ecosystem dynamics using a systems thinking lens. Through a case study on Mozambique's Gorongosa National Park, learners will explore how scientists study ecosystems, and inv...

    $49.00
    listed price
  19. 19
    Coursera MOOC / Non-credit Grade C

    Automate Workflows Across Tools Seamlessly

    Offered by Coursera

    Automate Workflows Across Tools Seamlessly is a beginner-level course designed for project managers, team leads, and operations professionals who want to eliminate repetitive manual work and improve project efficiency. I...

    $49.00
    listed price
  20. 20
    edX Certificate Grade C University-backed

    Engineering

    Offered by University of the Pacific

    This Engineering course provides a solid foundation in core engineering principles. Learners will explore various topics that highlight the application of engineering concepts in real-world scenarios, fostering critical...

What the prices here tell you

The 19 priced courses on this page run from $19.99 to $119.00, with the middle of the range around $49.00 — a spread of $99.01. The options are closely priced, so cost is unlikely to be your deciding factor. A higher price on this page usually reflects who is behind the course rather than how much material it contains, so it is worth opening two or three at different price points and comparing their syllabus before deciding.

Who is behind these courses

These courses come from Coursera, edX and Udemy. The platforms differ in how they sell: some charge once per course, others expect a subscription, and the listed price is not always what you pay at checkout after a promotion. 9 of these are produced by a named university or institution, including Johns Hopkins University, Macquarie University and Northeastern University — which usually means a fixed syllabus and a recognised certificate, rather than an individual instructor’s own course.

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