| Effective commissioning - using simulation modelling to improve planning (3 day developmental workshop)
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Synopsis: This event will introduce participants to the concepts of Systems Thinking and System Dynamics and provide hands-on experience of simulation modelling in health and social care. It is aimed at those who support decision makers involved in complex multi-agency environments. Participants will have an opportunity to interact with example simulation models and obtain hands-on experience building their own models using the ithink® software.
Duration: Three days (an initial 2 days followed by 1 further day
Available dates:
- 6th, 7th June & 27th June
- 19th, 20th September & 11th October
- 5th, 6th December & 10th January 08
* select your preferred date when registering.
Level: Mid-level computer literacy (essential), preferably experience using spreadsheets.
Note: Participants may choose to attend in pairs where one person satisfies these criterion
Format: Interactive, participatory, hands-on use of simulation models within a fully equipped computer lab environment
Software Required: At the workshop you will have access to the ithink software used to build System Dynamics simulation models. You will also be provided with a FREE 30 day full trial of the ithink software. To get the full benefit out of the training we strongly recommend that you purchase your own copy of the software to use outside the workshop, options for purchasing the software and pricing are provided on the registration page.
Leading this workshop: The event will be led by Symmetric's professional director Professor Eric Wolstenholme, a leading expert in System Dynamics, supported by expert modellers David Todd (Director) and Douglas McKelvie (Associate)
Learning outcomes:
- Understand how simulation and modelling can be used to support planning, commissioning and change in complex situations
- Observe the impact of commissioning decisions on the behaviour of whole systems
- Learn how to test alternative scenarios and risk assessment strategies in real-time
- Exposure to systems thinking and system dynamics tools
- Experience of running, building your own and manipulating models
- Learn how simulation models can support the design of better metrics
To register: CLICK HERE
Structure of programme:
Day 1:
- Introduction to and the use of the building blocks of System Dynamics
- Build your first model to support capacity planning
Day 2:
- Case studies in Health and Social Care - understanding delayed hospital discharges and designing and communicating improvements in the delivery of mental health services
Day 3:
- Developing simulation model/s of your own issue/s
- Support in developing and enhancing your models
- Sharing learning and communicating
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| Pricing |
£895 (ex VAT)
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ORT House
126 Albert Street
London
NW1 7NE
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| Integrated commissioning - using simulation and modelling to design better strategy (1 day event)
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Synopsis: The function of commissioning is fundamentally changing. Elements such as multi provider markets including foundation trusts, re-organisation of PCTs, policy focus on outcomes and whole economy integrated commissioning are all creating new challenges. As commissioners do you have tools and techniques sophisticated and powerful enough to cope?
This one day event will introduce participants to the concepts of Systems Thinking and System Dynamics Simulation modelling and provide hands-on experience of using the techniques in health and social care commissioning. It is aimed at decision makers involved in complex multi-agency environments. Participants will be exposed to a tool set that supports real whole system commissioning and strategic design.
Duration: One day
Level: Some computer literacy, ability to think and reflect, willingness to challenge own thinking.
Format: Interactive, participatory, discussion based, hands-on use of simulation models within a fully equipped computer lab environment.
Leading this workshop:The event will be led by Symmetric Director David Monk, (leading systemic thinker with over 15 years experience within health and social care environments) and Professor Eric Wolstenholme (world leading System Dynamics expert).
Learning outcomes:
- Understand how simulation and modelling can be used to support planning, commissioning and change in difficult and complex situations
- Exposure to systems thinking and system dynamics tools
- Experience of running, building and manipulating models using the ithink® system dynamics software
- Ability to begin using Systems Thinking and simulation modeling on your issues
To register: CLICK HERE
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| Pricing |
£295 (ex VAT)
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| Dates |
10th May 2007
(9.30 - 16.00)
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| Location |
ORT House
126 Albert Street
London
NW1 7NE
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