In this module you will explore strategy in the contemporary global, business context, including an examination of global economic systems, international competition, instability, circular economy, new business practices, disruption, and business model innovation. This will include examination of traditional and contemporary approaches to strategy, strategic thinking, and stakeholder engagement, and consider corporate, business, functional and network strategies. You will also see how strategic thinking can applied to social enterprises and non-profit organisations. The GAME+ attributes covered in this module are: Influence and Impact; and Critical Creativity and Innovation.
Indicative Content
| 1 | Strategy and strategic thinking |
| 2 | Economic and behavioural foundations of strategy |
| 3 | Strategic management |
| 4 | Corporate, business, and functional strategies |
| 5 | The competitive advantage of nations |
| 6 | Business model innovation |
| 7 | The strategic management of technology and innovation |
| 8 | Contemporary views on strategy and sustainable business models |
| 9 | Internationalisation and global strategies |
| 10 | Strategic thinking for non-profit organisations |
- Teacher: Martin McAreavey
- Teacher: Iain Stalker