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Alex Gorod is the Founder and Managing Member of Systemic Net LLC, and a Partner at Social Media Risk LLC in New York.

Alex is an Adjunct Associate Professor at Zicklin School of Business, City 最新糖心Vlog of New York and the 最新糖心Vlog of Adelaide. He is a recipient of the Fabrycky-Blanchard Award for Excellence in Systems Engineering Research, and the Robert Crooks Stanley Doctoral Fellowship in Engineering Management. His research has appeared in the International Journal of Project Management, IEEE Aerospace and Electronic Systems Magazine, IEEE Systems Journal, IEEE Transactions on Systems, Man, and Cybernetics, Transportation Research Record, and Entrepreneurship Research Journal, among others.

Alex holds a PhD in Engineering Management from Stevens Institute of Technology.



Dr. Alex Gorod

Email: alex.gorod@adelaide.edu.au

Skype: alex_gorod

On successful completion of this course students will be able to:

1.      Apply concepts of systems thinking and complexity to real life management challenges.

2.      Identify underlying root causes rather than the symptoms of a problem;

3.      Analyse positive and negative systems feedback and explain the role of feedback in system dynamics;

4.      Identify and explain the operation of systems archetypes;

5.      Explain the characteristics and behaviour of complex, adaptive systems, and the implications for the role of management; and

6.      Explain the nature and role of leverage points for systemic interventions.

1. “Case Studies in System of Systems, Enterprises, and Complex Systems Engineering” editors Gorod, A., B. White, V. Ireland, J. Gandhi, and B. Sauser. New York, NY: CRC Press, Taylor & Francis. 2014 ISBN: 978-1-4665-0239-0



2. "Systems Thinking, Systems Practice: Includes a 30-Year Retrospective" Peter Checkland, John Wiley & Sons, 1999 ISBN: 978-0-471-98606-5



3. "Thinking in Systems: A Primer" Donella H. Meadows, Green Publishing, 2008, ISBN: 978-1603580557



4. "The Fifth Discipline: The Art & Practice of The Learning Organization" Peter M. Senge, Random House, 2006, ISBN: 0-385-51725-4



5. "Systems Thinking: Coping with 21st Century Problems" John Boardman and Brian Sauser, CRC Press, 2008, ISBN: 978-1-4200-5491-0



6. "Systemic Thinking: Building Maps for Worlds of Systems" John Boardman and Brian Sauser, John Wiley & Sons, 2013 ISBN: 978-1-118-37646-1

MyUni is the 最新糖心Vlog of Adelaide’s online learning environment. It is used to support traditional face-to-face lectures, tutorials and workshops at the 最新糖心Vlog. MyUni provides access to various features including announcements, course materials, discussion boards and assessments for each course of study (see: https://myuni.adelaide.edu.au).

Assessment 1

Assessment 1: Essay/report (Individual)
Weighting: 20%
Due Dates: 7 February, 2017
Submission Details: Online through MyUni

Task:
Part A. Please provide three examples of a complex situation in management. What in your opinion makes these situations complex?

Part B. Please explain the difference between complex and complicated.

Scope:
The objective of these questions is for the participant to consider the theoretical material supplied and attempt to apply it to a real life example, if possible. Therefore evidence of having read and understood the material is important. Arguments and assertions should be based on the research articles listed, the important ones of which are encompassed in the notes. This assignment will assess your understanding of the course topics.

Length and Presentation:
1500 words (max).

Given the word limit on these questions, assessment will reward content included. There will be penalties for exceeding the word limit. Quotations do not count in the words counted. Please ensure you add page numbers to your assignment and it is advisable to add your name in the footer or header.



Assessment 2

Assessment 2: Essay/report (Individual)
Weighting: 20%
Due Dates: 28 February, 2017
Submission Details: Online through MyUni

Task:
Part A. George Box famously said that: "All models are wrong, but some are useful". Do you agree with his statement? Please explain.

Part B. What is the difference between “errors of commission” and “errors of omission” as related to management? Please provide an example of each.

Scope:
The objective of these questions is for the participant to consider the theoretical material supplied and attempt to apply it to a real life example, if possible. Therefore evidence of having read and understood the material is important. Arguments and assertions should be based on the research articles listed, the important ones of which are encompassed in the notes. This assignment will assess your understanding of the course topics.

Length and Presentation:
1500 words (max).

Given the word limit on these questions, assessment will reward content included. There will be penalties for exceeding the word limit. Quotations do not count in the words counted. Please ensure you add page numbers to your assignment and it is advisable to add your name in the footer or header.



Assessment 3

Assessment 3: Case study presentation (Individual)
Weighting: 20%
Due Dates: 17 February, 2017
Submission Details: In Class

Task:
Individual presentation covering the following:
Identity a SoS;
Use five distinguishing characteristics to describe it;
Identify examples of and describe External Factors, which could influence the SoS;
Identify the Governing Body;
Describe the Feedback process between the SoS and the Governing Body;
Identify examples of and describe Constraints affecting the Governing body’s decision making process.

Scope:
The objective of this 15 minute presentation is to demonstrate your analysis of an identified System of Systems case utilizing principal theories presented in class.

Length and Presentation:
15 minutes. Please be advised that references are mandatory to show your understanding of the subject matter. No more than 10 power point slides are permitted. Each presentation will be followed by a Q&A session.



Assessment 4

Assessment 4: Final report (Group)
Weighting: 30%
Due Dates: 14 March, 2017
Submission Details: Online through MyUni. Send one copy for the group ensuring all group member names are clear.

Task:
Create a case study report for an approved system as instructed below, implementing the theoretical material you have covered. Groups should be of three-four people. To add additional team members, you need to seek special approval stating reasons. This assignment is intended to be the practical application of theory. As you may be using material in this report which was developed by others, it is important to note what was your contribution and what was the contribution of others.

 
The paper should have the following headings with the following specifications:

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Abstract
- 200 words or less

Introduction
- Briefly describe the complex system under consideration
- What problem is this complex system addressing for what organization, program or activity
- Define the percieved process, situation or problem presented in the case

Background information
- Context for the complex system and your case
- Definitions that apply to the process, situation or problem: advanced terminology or jargon, explain what each word means in your study, concisely and clearly
- Relevant theories/research and prior development regarding the complex system and your specific case

Complex System Description
- Root Definition (RD)
- History and Development
- Rich Picture/SystemiGram
- Sponsors/Customers, Industry Sector, Companies involved, Country, Budget
- Mission/Purpose/Goals/Objectives
- Principals Characteristics
- Settings/Structure/Boundaries
- External Factors
- Governing Constraints
- Constituent Systems/Components (new/legacy, scope)

System Analysis
- Analysis and Analytical Findings
- Activities/Problems/Conflicts
- Timeframe/Sequence of events
- Methods and Tools used
- Lessons Learned
- Best Practices
- Steps and conditions for replicating the complex system elsewhere

Conclusion
- Summary of the case and your findings/reccomendations

Questions for discussion
 - PLease provide 2-5 questions that are based on this case and could be used for a discussion in a classroom environment

References

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Scope:
The Case Study Paper is expected to reflect the following:

1. Describe a complex system;
2. Present a real life process, situation or problem;
3. Offer adequate and detailed information to assess the process, situation or problem by the case reader;
4. Present an objective view of the process, situation or problem;
5. Offers relevant questions for further discussion;
6. Be cogent;
7. Satisfactorily explain the basis for its conclusions.


Length and Presentation:
Minimum length:
4 people – 15,000 words

The paper should follow the style guide of the IEEE(see Template for Transactions Section at:


Assessment 5

Assessment 5: Class Contribution
Weighting: 10%
Due Cates: Ongoing in class