The purpose of this course is to provide a solid theoretical foundation that can enable CEOs and senior managers charged with the design and implementation of strategic initiatives to develop their critical thinking and analytical skills. It contains a detailed treatment of fundamental theoretical perspectives of strategy, including industrial organization economics, resource-based view, dynamic capability and knowledge management.

CILO-1: Explain the key characteristics, power and functions of organizational culture. CILO-2: Formulate and communicate to others the strategy in managing the growth and evolution of organizational culture. CILO-3: Illustrate in writing the differences in cross cultural leadership styles and adaptability to cultural contexts. CILO-4: Evaluate their own cultural competence and identify areas for improved performance in this respect.