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Strategic Management

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Reviewed:: Apr 17, 2017 by Business

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Overview:: This course begins with an introduction to the field of strategic management and the definition of some important terms and concepts; it concludes by elaborating on 21st century management strategy. This course incorporates topics from introductory and core business administration courses. This free course may be completed online at any time. See course site for detailed overview and learning outcomes. (Business Administration 501)
Type of Material:: Online Course
Recommended Uses:: In class, homework, self-study.
Technical Requirements:: Internet Explorer 11; Chrome; Firefox 52.0
Identify Major Learning Goals:: This course is the capstone of the business major, because it incorporates elements from all of the core courses you should have already completed. Almost every topic should be familiar to you to some degree; however, Strategic Management ties them all together. This course begins with an introduction to the field and the definition of some important terms and concepts. You will then move on to identifying goals and formulating strategies before addressing implementation topics. This course will conclude with strategies for the 21st century. This course should be taken after all core courses have been completed and, ideally, near the end of your completion of the elective courses.
Target Student Population:: Upper level undergraduate course for business/ entrepreneurship students.
Prerequisite Knowledge or Skills:: Should have basic knowledge of management, microeconomics, macroeconomics, finance, marketing, and operations management. Also needed is the ability to access the internet and know how to navigate in an online environment.

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Strengths:: - The learning material is accurate and reflects current thought and research on strategic management. = There are several charts and diagrams that help reinforce the learning material. - The learning material is current with numerous examples used to support the concepts being taught.
Concerns:: None

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Strengths:: - The learning objectives are clear and easy to understand. They are each linked to each learning unit in the course. - There are discussion forums available to students which makes it engaging and helpful for expounding on the topics. - There are numerous assessments in the curse and modules that are used to measure student learning outcomes.
Concerns:: - Could use more specific examples, or mini-case studies.

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Strengths:: - The print font is easy to read and does not appear too crowded. - Each link takes you to resources that can be used to better understand the material. - There are numerous directions to follow that help guide students on how to navigate the course.
Concerns:: - Didn’t see anything that would help accessibility. For example, accommodating ADA students that may have problems reading the text.

Other Issues and Comments:: The course was very well organized. Lots of supporting material. Learning material is relevant and accurate.
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