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CIPD Level 33CO01AC 2.2

Applying systems thinking in people practice

3CO01Business, culture and change in context

This CIPD Level 3 video, part of unit 3CO01 – Business, culture and change in context, explores how to apply systems thinking in people practice by explaining how organisations function as whole systems where interconnected practices create synergy and interdependence. The learning covers organisational types, structures, and designs whilst examining how people professionals' actions and decisions can create ripple effects throughout the organisation, addressing assessment criteria AC 2.2. By understanding these holistic approaches and models of organisation design, you'll gain the knowledge to ensure your HR strategies, policies, and procedures align with broader organisational objectives and recognise the impact of your people practice interventions across the entire system.

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Assessment Criteria 2.2

Explain how organisations are whole systems, and how work and actions as a people professional could impact elsewhere in the organisation.

Indicative Content

Organisational types, structures, designs and systems. Organisations as organic living systems; importance of synergy and interdependence, and interconnected practices. Approaches taken to achieve an effective holistic systems approach. Models of organisation design. Impact on organisational and people strategies, policies and procedures

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About 3CO01Business, culture and change in context

CIPD Level 3
3CO01
Learning Outcome 2

This unit considers the impact of external influences and how the digital and commercial environment shapes businesses and the culture within which they operate. It considers the importance of people’s behaviour on organisational culture and its ability to manage change effectively.

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