MBA: STR 507 – Advanced Strategic Management
About Course
STR 507 is a capstone course designed for graduate students preparing for leadership roles in strategic planning and management.
The course provides an in-depth exploration of advanced strategic management concepts, integrating knowledge from various business disciplines to formulate and implement complex strategies in dynamic environments.
Emphasis is placed on real-world application, with students analyzing intricate business environments, addressing global strategic challenges, and developing innovative strategies that drive long-term organizational success.
Through case studies, simulations, and strategic projects, students will develop critical thinking, strategic decision-making, and leadership skills essential for navigating today’s competitive landscape.
What Will You Learn?
- Demonstrate a deep understanding of advanced strategic management theories and their application in real-world scenarios.
- Analyze complex internal and external environments using advanced strategic tools and frameworks.
- Develop and implement innovative business strategies that align with organizational vision and goals.
- Lead strategic initiatives, ensuring effective execution and alignment across all organizational levels.
- Evaluate the effectiveness of strategic decisions using advanced performance measurement and control systems.
- Address global strategic challenges and develop strategies for competing in international markets.
Course Content
Week 1: Introduction to Advanced Strategic Management
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Introduction to Advanced Strategic Management
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LO1: Explain the role of Strategy in achieving Long-term business success
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LO2: Differentiate between Foundational and Advanced Strategic Management concepts in dynamic business environments
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LO3: Summarize how Advanced Strategic Management integrates multiple business disciplines to support decision-making and leadership
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Multiple-Choice Questions
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True/False Questions
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Scenario-Based Multiple-Choice Questions
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Key Terms & Concepts Questions
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Short Answer Questions
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Written Assignment
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Presentation Task
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Role-Playing Activity
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Peer Review Task
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Exercises and Activities Adaptation
Week 2: Advanced External Environment Analysis
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Advanced External Environment Analysis
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LO1: Explain the components of PESTEL Analysis and their relevance to Strategic decision-making
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LO2: Analyze Industry structure and competitive forces using Advanced Industry Analysis frameworks
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LO3: Evaluate External Environmental opportunities and threats to support effective Strategic Planning
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True/False Questions
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Scenario-Based Multiple-Choice Questions
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Key Terms & Concepts Questions
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Short Answer Questions
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Written Assignment
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Presentation Task
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Role-Playing Activity
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Peer Review Task
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Exercises and Activities Adaptation
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Multiple-Choice Questions
Week 3: Internal Environment Analysis and Resource-based View
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Internal Environment Analysis and Resource-based View
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LO1: Explain the Principles of the Advanced Resource-based View and its role in achieving sustainable competitive advantage
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LO2: Analyze Organizational Value Chains to identify strengths, weaknesses, and efficiency drivers
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LO3: Describe Core Competencies and Strategic resources to determine their contribution to firm performance
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True/False Questions
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Scenario-Based Multiple-Choice Questions
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Key Terms & Concepts Questions
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Short Answer Questions
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Written Assignment
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Presentation Task
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Role-Playing Activity
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Peer Review Task
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Exercises and Activities Adaptation
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Multiple-Choice Questions
Week 4: Advanced Business-level Strategy
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Advanced Business-level Strategy
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LO1: Understand Strategic positioning choices and their impact on competitive advantage at the business level
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LO2: Analyze Advanced Differentiation, Cost Leadership, and Focus strategies in competitive markets
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LO3: Explain Business-level strategies using real-world competitive scenarios
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True/False Questions
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Scenario-Based Multiple-Choice Questions
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Key Terms & Concepts Questions
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Short Answer Questions
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Written Assignment
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Presentation Task
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Role-Playing Activity
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Peer Review Task
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Exercises and Activities Adaptation
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Multiple-Choice Questions
Week 5: Corporate-level Strategy and Strategic Alliances
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Corporate-level Strategy and Strategic Alliances
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LO1: Describe Corporate-level Strategies, including Diversification, Mergers, and Acquisitions
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LO2: Explain the Strategic Rationale and risks associated with Strategic Alliances and Partnerships
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LO3: Evaluate Corporate Strategy decisions in managing Multi-business organizations
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True/False Questions
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Scenario-Based Multiple-Choice Questions
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Key Terms & Concepts Questions
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Short Answer Questions
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Written Assignment
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Presentation Task
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Role-Playing Activity
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Peer Review Task
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Exercises and Activities Adaptation
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Multiple-Choice Questions
Week 6: Global Strategy and Competitive Dynamics
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Global Strategy and Competitive Dynamics
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LO1: Understand the Global Strategy options for International expansion and Market entry
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LO2: Describe Competitive Dynamics in Global Markets using International Strategy Frameworks
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LO3: Evaluate Global Strategic decisions considering Cultural, Economic, and Competitive factors
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True/False Questions
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Scenario-Based Multiple-Choice Questions
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Key Terms & Concepts Questions
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Short Answer Questions
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Written Assignment
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Presentation Task
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Role-Playing Activity
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Peer Review Task
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Exercises and Activities Adaptation
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Multiple-Choice Questions
Week 7: Strategy Formulation and Scenario Planning
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Strategy Formulation and Scenario Planning
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LO1: Explain the Strategic decision-making processes used in Formulating Organizational strategies
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LO2: Analyze Advanced SWOT analysis and Scenario Planning techniques for Strategic foresight
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LO3: Evaluate alternative Strategic scenarios to support Long-term Strategic resilience
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True/False Questions
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Scenario-Based Multiple-Choice Questions
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Key Terms & Concepts Questions
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Short Answer Questions
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Written Assignment
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Presentation Task
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Role-Playing Activity
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Peer Review Task
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Exercises and Activities Adaptation
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Multiple-Choice Questions
Week 8: Midterm Exam / Major Assignment
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Midterm Exam / Major Assignment
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True/False Questions
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Scenario-Based Multiple-Choice Questions
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Short Answer Questions
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Multiple-Choice Questions
Week 9: Strategy Implementation and Organizational Alignment
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Strategy Implementation and Organizational Alignment
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LO1: Explain the importance of Aligning Organizational structure and culture with strategy
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LO2: Understand the Challenges Associated with Managing Strategic Change
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LO3: Analyze Strategy Implementation effectiveness using Organizational case studies
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True/False Questions
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Scenario-Based Multiple-Choice Questions
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Key Terms & Concepts Questions
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Short Answer Questions
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Written Assignment
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Presentation Task
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Role-Playing Activity
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Peer Review Task
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Exercises and Activities Adaptation
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Multiple-Choice Questions
Week 10: Strategic Leadership and Corporate Governance
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Strategic Leadership and Corporate Governance
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LO1: Understand the role of Strategic Leadership in guiding Organizational direction and performance
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LO2: Explain Ethical considerations and Governance mechanisms in Strategic decision-making
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LO3: Evaluate Corporate Governance practices using real-world Leadership cases
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True/False Questions
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Scenario-Based Multiple-Choice Questions
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Key Terms & Concepts Questions
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Short Answer Questions
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Written Assignment
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Presentation Task
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Role-Playing Activity
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Peer Review Task
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Exercises and Activities Adaptation
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Multiple-Choice Questions
Week 11: Innovation, Disruption, and Strategic Renewal
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Innovation, Disruption, and Strategic Renewal
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LO1: Explain the role of Innovation and Disruption in shaping competitive advantage
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LO2: Analyze the Strategic impact of Disruptive technologies on existing Business models
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LO3: Describe Strategies for fostering continuous strategic renewal within Organizations
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Multiple-Choice Questions
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True/False Questions
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Scenario-Based Multiple-Choice Questions
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Key Terms & Concepts Questions
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Short Answer Questions
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Written Assignment
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Presentation Task
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Role-Playing Activity
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Peer Review Task
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Exercises and Activities Adaptation
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Multiple-Choice Questions (copy) (copy)
Week 12: Strategic Control and Performance Measurement
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Strategic Control and Performance Measurement
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LO1: Explain Strategic Control systems, including Balanced Scorecards and KPIs
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LO2: Understand Performance Measurement Data to assess Strategic effectiveness
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LO3: Demonstrate Strategic Control Mechanisms to support Long-term Organizational goals
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Multiple-Choice Questions
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True/False Questions
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Scenario-Based Multiple-Choice Questions
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Key Terms & Concepts Questions
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Short Answer Questions
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Written Assignment
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Presentation Task
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Role-Playing Activity
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Peer Review Task
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Exercises and Activities Adaptation
Week 13: Strategic Risk Management and Crisis Planning
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Strategic Risk Management and Crisis Planning
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LO1: Explain Strategic Risk identification and assessment frameworks
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LO2: Describe Crisis Management and Contingency Planning strategies
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LO3: Analyze Organizational preparedness using Risk-based strategic scenarios
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Multiple-Choice Questions
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True/False Questions
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Scenario-Based Multiple-Choice Questions
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Key Terms & Concepts Questions
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Short Answer Questions
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Written Assignment
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Presentation Task
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Role-Playing Activity
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Peer Review Task
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Exercises and Activities Adaptation
Week 14: Corporate Social Responsibility and Ethical Strategy
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Corporate Social Responsibility and Ethical Strategy
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LO1: Understand the integration of Ethics and Corporate Social Responsibility into Strategic management
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LO2: Analyze Stakeholder expectations and their influence on Strategic decisions
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LO3: Explain CSR strategies for their impact on Organizational sustainability and reputation
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True/False Questions
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Scenario-Based Multiple-Choice Questions
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Key Terms & Concepts Questions
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Short Answer Questions
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Written Assignment
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Presentation Task
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Role-Playing Activity
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Peer Review Task
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Exercises and Activities Adaptation
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Multiple-Choice Questions
Week 15: Emerging Trends in Strategic Management
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Emerging Trends in Strategic Management
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LO1: Explain Emerging Trends such as Digital Transformation and Globalization in Strategic Management
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LO2: Analyze how Technological and Environmental changes reshape Strategic practices
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LO3: Evaluate the Strategic implications of Emerging Trends for Future Organizational Leadership
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Multiple-Choice Questions (copy)
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True/False Questions
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Scenario-Based Multiple-Choice Questions
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Key Terms & Concepts Questions
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Short Answer Questions
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Written Assignment
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Presentation Task
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Role-Playing Activity
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Peer Review Task
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Exercises and Activities Adaptation
Week 16: Final Exam
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Week 16: Final Exam
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Multiple-Choice Questions
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True/False Questions
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Scenario-Based Multiple-Choice Questions
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Key Terms & Concepts Questions
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Short Answer Questions
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Written Assignment
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Presentation Task
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Role-Playing Activity
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Peer Review Task
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Exercises and Activities Adaptation