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About the Course

What is globalization and how does it work? How can we understand the process as a whole? How are the parts of the world linked? What are the risks of living in a world where “no one is in charge”? This course introduces students to systems thinking, network theory, and risk analysis and uses these tools to better understand the process of globalization. Focusing on trade, finance, and epidemiology, it analyzes potential challenges to the current global order. The course will be of interest to those studying global affairs, system dynamics, and world governance. It offers a set of heuristics that students can use to analyze contemporary global challenges. Linking the recording of Abbey Road to the COVID-19 pandemic provides new insights into the apparently chaotic world around us. Complex systems form the backbone of our increasingly interconnected and interdependent society. What were once more localized economies, supply chains, and social-ecological systems are now rapidly globalizing, and interacting with one another across countless spatial and temporal scales as technologies expand at ever greater velocities. These tightly coupled systems deliver greater efficiency and prosperity, but at the cost of greater fragility and the threat of catastrophic failure. This “global systemic risk” has implications in all functional domains affecting our daily lives—from the global financial system to healthcare, to critical infrastructure networks. Organized with 7-10 minute classes grouped together into longer modules, the course will have a linear “core” curriculum presented at the introductory level, with the potential for optional offshoots that give learners a more in-depth look into certain areas with more technical content....

Top reviews

NL

Nov 3, 2021

A gret intro to Global Systemic Risk. I got a lot out of the course and would enjoy more on the matter. It also hasspurred me to do more research into the mathematics of systems for my own work.

HH

Nov 12, 2023

For those who want to deepen their knowledge of systems thinking, network theories, and risk analysis in the context of globalization, this is a valuable resource with a wide range of readings.

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By Nicholas L

Nov 4, 2021

A gret intro to Global Systemic Risk. I got a lot out of the course and would enjoy more on the matter. It also hasspurred me to do more research into the mathematics of systems for my own work.

By David S

Feb 14, 2022

Our tutor made a complex field accessible, interesting and pleasant to engage with. I particulalry enjoyed the wealth of visuals, simplification of language and the interviews with specialists.

By annie k

Aug 30, 2023

Relevant topics of great value presented and explained with great passion and enthusiasm and supplemented by an excellent cross-section 0f top notch experts through insightful interviews.

By Bettina

Jan 15, 2023

appreciated a lot the comprehensive introduction, deep dives and insights from the interviews and waste range of additional readings to build a deeper understanding on the topic.

By Alexander K

Jul 28, 2022

Excellent course taught by an inspiring lecturer, Miguel Centeno, his guest interviews were also very interesting.

I look forward to learning more from Miguel Centeno!

By TimothyJames K

Dec 15, 2021

very interesting course, it has stirred my interest in the topics covered and i think I'll do some more research / study of the area and related stuff

By Mai L

Dec 2, 2023

Thank you very much. I learned a lot of concepts/theories from the course such as DAS, Complexity Theory, Network flows and Queuing Theory, etc.

By ANURAG M

Apr 5, 2022

Awesome Course. Loved Professor Miguel delivery and carefully crafting a 360 view of risks. I understand it better now

By Deepak S

Feb 23, 2023

I learnt a lot about the systems approach and how we can view risks from an additional perspective of tipping point.

By Ebenezer M

Nov 15, 2021

Exposed me to complexities of interconnected systems if overlooked can have devastating impact on our very existence

By Richard G

Nov 20, 2021

Just plain excellence. Thought provoking ideas and a wealth of knowledge that I will repeatedly return to.

By Richard B

Apr 25, 2022

Very good introduction to the subject. The interviews with name recognizable leaders are very compelling.

By John

Nov 10, 2021

Excellent lead rofessor with great guest lecturers and discussions delivering thought provoking content!

By Lachlyn S

Apr 17, 2023

Excellent and well-organized overview featuring interviews with world-leading experts. Highly recommend.

By Darleen K

Mar 6, 2022

the professor was great and the teaching was excellent. I'm just sad I don't get a certificate for it.

By Mauricio C Z

Mar 10, 2022

Excellent course, congratualtion to Professor Miguel Centeno, best cpurse I have taken in Coursera

By Oana G

Aug 11, 2023

One of the best courses I've ever taken online! Thank you for a very thorough and engaging course!

By Eriberto T

Jan 30, 2022

Very great course. It is the most relevant course that I had finished under "Coursera" in 2021.

By Silvio A

Jul 2, 2022

Excellent and aligned with the current Supply Chain digital transformation journey.

By Stanley W

Nov 18, 2022

Well put together with great and interesting information. i love the Prof as well.

By Roberto N

Aug 21, 2023

Excellent course! It gives a global perspective and the guess speakers are great.

By Anthony D

Oct 29, 2021

I believe Professor Centeno could teach anyone anything. It was a pleasure.

By Chrisoula P

Aug 4, 2023

This was one of the nicest developed courses I have seen in along time!

By Petro R

Feb 27, 2023

Thank you for the great course!. It was really interesting and usefull.

By Davide S

Feb 3, 2023

Great course. Beautifully executed. Prof. Centeno is a great Professor.