StrategyModule Details

Objectives of the Course:

• make students aware of the various business disciplines
• how to integrate their knowledge
• apply this knowledge to the planning and managing of strategic business activities.
• explore the management and strategy concepts and analytical techniques
• build on and expose students to the general management ‘big picture’, thereby providing a cross-functional and strategic perspective.
• stress the interrelationships between different aspects of the organisation and the integrated nature of strategy.
• integrate their knowledge of the various business disciplines and to apply this knowledge to the planning and managing of strategic business activities.

Learning Outcomes:

• Analyse the external environment and its impact on the organisation
• Assess the internal environment and strategic change issues facing an organization
• Demonstrate knowledge and understanding of the business environment and strategic considerations it raises
• Apply theory, models, frameworks and decision-making tools to identify key issues and make recommendations based on your findings.
• Discuss the advantages and disadvantages of selecting and adopting various strategic options which characterize the competitive business environment.
• The ability to analyse case studies on aspects of strategic management