The Fundamentals of Systems Thinking, Management & Effective Leadership - Softcover

Slawomir Wycislak; Michael A Radin

Softcover

ISBN 10: 9811291616 ISBN 13: 9789811291616

Publisher: World Scientific Publishing Company, 2024

Synopsis

This comprehensive book intricately weaves together the disciplines of systems thinking, management, educational leadership, complexity science, and diversity. Unique in its approach, it bridges theoretical concepts with real-world applications providing educators, managers, and leaders with practical tools and strategies for implementing systems thinking in diverse educational and managerial contexts. This book is particularly valuable for those interested in emergent learning, future planning, and decision-making processes.

Designed for a broad audience, this book is an ideal resource for those seeking to enhance their strategic thinking and decision-making skills in dynamic and diverse environments. Readers will find a thoughtful blend of theory and practice, with each chapter presenting examples and case studies that demonstrate the application of systems thinking in various scenarios.

Whether you are an educator seeking innovative approaches to teaching and curriculum development, a manager looking to foster a more inclusive and systemic approach in your organization, or a leader navigating complex challenges, this book offers you valuable insights and guidance. It stands as a testament to the power of interdisciplinary thought and the importance of integrating diversity and complexity into management and educational practices.

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About the Authors

Sławomir Wyciślak, PhD is an Associate Professor in the Department of Quality Management in the Institute of Economics, Finance, and Management at the Jagiellonian University in Krakow, Poland. His research, publications, and teaching activities focus on examining complexity science, systems approach applications in social science, digital technologies' implications on complex systems, risk management, and supply chain management. Dr Wyciślak specializes in digital platforms' navigation. His research is oriented in applying systems thinking in solving complex issues, in particular, exploring the implications of complexity for digitization and researching contagion effect in complex systems. His recent study is applying the paradox theory to accurately understand decision-makers' behaviors during the unexpected and chaotic changes occurring in our complex world.

Michael A Radin is an Associate Professor of mathematics at the Rochester Institute of Technology, USA. Dr Radin is also an International Scholar at Riga Technical University; Department of Engineering Economics and Management at the Yuriy Bugay International & Scientific Technical University in Kiev, Ukraine; Jagiellonian University in Krakow, Poland; and College of Economics and Informatics in Krakow, Poland. Dr Radin is an author of several textbooks including Difference Equations for Scientists and Engineering (World Scientific Publishing Company, 2019); Introduction to Recognition and Deciphering of Patterns (CRC Press–Taylor & Francis, 2020); Max–Type and Piece–wise Difference Equations: Periodic and Eventually Periodic Solutions (CRC Press–Taylor & Francis, 2020); Introduction to Math Olympiad Problems (CRC Press–Taylor & Francis, 2021); Analyzing Mathematical Patterns — Detection & Formulation (World Scientific Publishing Company, 2022); International & Multidisciplinary Pedagogy — Success & Challenges (World Scientific Publishing Company, 2022); and Designing an Innovative Online Teaching & Learning Environment (World Scientific Publishing Company, 2023).

Edition details

• Publisher: World Scientific Publishing Company
• Publication date: 2024
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 9811291616
• ISBN 13: 9789811291616
• Binding: Paperback
• Number of pages: 308