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BUS804Management Sciences2 Unitsintermediate

Strategy and Structure

This course explores the interconnectedness of strategy and structure within organizations. It covers strategic management principles, corporate strategy formulation, and the need for organizational structure. It also examines techniques of delegation, the importance of mission and vision statements, and the role of organizational core values. Students will learn about change management, organizational justice, and communication planning to foster effective organizational performance.

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30h
Study Time
13
Weeks
2h
Per Week
none
Math Level
Course Keywords
Strategic ManagementOrganizational StructureCorporate StrategyChange ManagementDelegation

Course Overview

Everything you need to know about this course

Course Difficulty

Intermediate Level
Builds on foundational knowledge
65%
intermediate
📚
Math Level
No Math
📖
Learning Type
Theoretical Focus

Course Topics

Key areas covered in this course

1

Strategic Management

2

Corporate Strategy

3

Organizational Structure

4

Delegation Techniques

5

Mission and Vision Statements

6

Change Management

Total Topics6 topics

Ready to Start

No specific requirements needed

This course is designed to be accessible to all students. You can start immediately without any prior knowledge or specific preparation.

Assessment Methods

How your progress will be evaluated (3 methods)

assignments

Comprehensive evaluation of course material understanding

Written Assessment

tutor-marked assignments

Comprehensive evaluation of course material understanding

Written Assessment

final examination

Comprehensive evaluation of course material understanding

Written Assessment

Career Opportunities

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Business Analyst

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Management Consultant

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Project Manager

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Strategic Planner

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Organizational Development Specialist

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Industry Applications

Real-world sectors where you can apply your knowledge

ConsultingManagementHuman ResourcesPublic SectorNon-Profit

Study Schedule Beta

A structured 13-week journey through the course content

Week
1

Module 1: Strategic Management

2h

Unit 1: Definition of Strategic Management

2 study hours
  • •Read the definition of strategic management
  • •Understand the importance of strategic management in an organization
  • •Identify the ingredients to successful planning and implementation
Week
2

Module 1: Strategic Management

2h

Unit 2: Corporate Strategy

2 study hours
  • •Explore the need for strategy
  • •Understand the different levels of strategy
  • •Identify the key components of a corporate strategy
Week
3

Module 1: Strategic Management

2h

Unit 3: Concepts of Strategy

2 study hours
  • •Discuss the origin of business strategy
  • •Understand the stages of strategy
  • •Identify the components of strategy
Week
4

Module 1: Strategic Management

2h

Unit 4: Corporate Planning Contents

2 study hours
  • •Understand why managers plan
  • •Analyze the nature of planning
  • •Identify the steps in planning
Week
5

Module 1: Strategic Management

2h

Unit 5: Organizational Structures and Effectiveness

2 study hours
  • •Understand the significance of organization structure
  • •Identify the components of organization structure
  • •Analyze the dimensions of organization structure
Week
6

Module 2: Techniques of Delegation in an Organization

2h

Unit 1: Techniques of Delegation

2 study hours
  • •Understand the techniques of delegation
  • •Analyze parity of authority and responsibility
  • •Discuss the scalar principle
Week
7

Module 2: Techniques of Delegation in an Organization

2h

Unit 2: Corporate Mission and Vision Statements

2 study hours
  • •Understand the importance of a mission statement
  • •Identify the features of a vision statement
  • •Understand the basic elements of a mission statement
Week
8

Module 2: Techniques of Delegation in an Organization

2h

Unit 3: Organizational Core Values

2 study hours
  • •Understand the importance of organizational core values
  • •Identify the purpose of organizational core values
  • •Explore different types of organizational core values
Week
9

Module 2: Techniques of Delegation in an Organization

2h

Unit 4: Change Management

2 study hours
  • •Define change management
  • •Understand the benefits of change management
  • •Explore different types of change management
Week
10

Module 2: Techniques of Delegation in an Organization

2h

Unit 5: Communications Planning in Organization

2 study hours
  • •Define communication planning
  • •Understand the reasons for communication in an organization
  • •Explore the process of communication
Week
11

Module 3: Need for Organizational Structure

2h

Unit 1: Definition of Need for Organizational Structure

2 study hours
  • •Understand the need for organizational structure
  • •Identify the importance of organizational structure
  • •Analyze the nature of organizational structure
Week
12

Module 3: Need for Organizational Structure

2h

Unit 2: Organization Theories and Application

2 study hours
  • •Discuss organizational theories
  • •Evaluate types of organizational theories
  • •Understand formal and informal organizations
Week
13

Module 3: Need for Organizational Structure

2h

Unit 3: Organizational Change

2 study hours
  • •Define organizational change
  • •Understand types of organizational change
  • •Explore how to overcome resistance to change

This study schedule is in beta and may not be accurate. Please use it as a guide and consult the course outline for the most accurate information.

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Study Tips & Exam Preparation

Expert tips to help you succeed in this course

1

Create concept maps linking strategic management concepts (Units 1-3)

2

Analyze case studies applying organizational structure principles (Units 4-5)

3

Practice delegation scenarios and identify best practices (Module 2)

4

Review change management models and their application (Module 3)

5

Focus on key definitions and frameworks from each unit

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