Complex Problem Framing

• Understand basic concepts related to complex problem framing, such as root cause analysis, and system mapping
• Synthesize complex problems into manageable problems
• Map and analyze the systems and stakeholders surrounding problems
• Align critical problems and motivations across agendas and actors
• Navigate complexity in practice through real-life case work
• Design, prototype, and test solution concepts
• Apply appropriate facilitation leadership styles in connection with complex problems
• Understand human-centered design, design thinking, and inclusive innovation

To create positive societal impact, it is essential to understand and address complex systems in which sustainability challenges sit, as well as the trade-offs that are associated with sustainability. This course tackles this challenge and unpacks complex problem framing in sustainability solutions across a value chain. By adopting the approaches of human-centered design, design thinking, and inclusive innovation, participants will practice analyzing and synthesizing complex problems into manageable problems that account for the problems’ root causes and surrounding ecosystems and actors. Participants will practice facilitating and design of complex, non-linear processes.

• 36 – 49

The course is lecture-based with group work exercises. It takes a process perspective into complex problem framing, by proceeding though the certain phases of root cause analysis, design thinking, and human-centered design.

Minimum: 10, Maximum: 40.

Please be aware that this course has a minimum requirement for the number of participants needed, in order for it to be held. If these requirements are not met, then the course will not be held. Furthermore, there is a limited number of seats available. If there are too many applicants, a pool will be created for the remainder of the qualified applicants, and they will be selected at random. You will be informed 8 days before the start of the course, whether you have been allocated a spot.