System Dynamics: Systems Thinking and Modeling for a Complex World

MIT OpenCourseWare

Why leaders watch it

Full MIT lecture from the Business Dynamics author on complex systems.

MIT lecture on system dynamics, systems thinking and modeling for a complex world, taught by John Sterman. Covers feedback, delays and policy resistance.

Takeaways

• Feedback loops explain persistent problems
• Beware unintended consequences of quick fixes
• Mental models limit decision quality

Topics: Systems thinking & complexity, Decision making & mental models

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