Strategic Management

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Free Online Course: Strategic Management provided by edX is a comprehensive online course, which lasts for 5 weeks long, 3-5 hours a week. The course is taught in English and is free of charge. Upon completion of the course, you can receive an e-certificate from edX. Strategic Management is taught by Rejie George Pallathita and P D Jose.

Overview
  • In this business and management course, you will develop a strong understanding of how firms compete by learning about important analytical approaches that underlie business strategy.

    This course will show you how a business views itself in its "totality" and in the context of its environment. The course will be taught from the perspective of a manager or chief executive officer (CEO).

    This course aims to equip you with a good understanding of:

    • What managing a firm strategically implies?
      • How one analyzes the industry in which a firm competes?
      • How does a firm create competitive advantage?
      • How does a firm sustain its competitive advantage?

Syllabus
  • Week 1: Introduction to Strategic Management Week 2: Analyzing the External Environment Week 3: Analyzing the Internal Environment Week 4: Competitive Positioning Week 5: Managing the Multi-business Firm