Course Summary
This course covers the fundamentals and advanced concepts of corporate strategy. Students will learn how to analyze and develop strategies for different types of organizations, including for-profit, non-profit, and government organizations.Key Learning Points
- Learn how to develop and implement corporate strategies
- Understand the different types of organizations and their unique challenges
- Explore case studies and real-world examples to deepen your understanding
Related Topics for further study
- Corporate strategy
- Organizational analysis
- Case studies
- Non-profit organizations
- Government organizations
Learning Outcomes
- Develop effective corporate strategies for different types of organizations
- Analyze organizational challenges and opportunities
- Apply strategic frameworks to real-world scenarios
Prerequisites or good to have knowledge before taking this course
- Basic understanding of business concepts
- Familiarity with organizational structures
Course Difficulty Level
IntermediateCourse Format
- Online
- Self-paced
- Video lectures
- Case studies
Similar Courses
- Competitive Strategy
- Strategic Management
- Business Strategy
Related Education Paths
Notable People in This Field
- Bishop William Lawrence University Professor
- Kim B. Clark Professor of Business Administration
Related Books
Description
In this course you will learn how corporations create, capture, and maintain value, going beyond the management of a single line of business. It is thus a complement to (and should typically follow) a course on Business Strategy, which focuses on developing and sustaining competitive advantage for a single business unit. Here, you will be able to better understand and learn the tools to analyze and manage decisions from a corporate-level perspective, which emphasizes the management of multiple businesses and multiple stakeholders. Examples of such decisions include vertical integration, diversification, mergers and acquisitions, strategic alliances, international expansion, global strategy, corporate governance and corporate social responsibility.
Outline
- Course Orientation
- About Deepak Somaya
- Learn on Your Terms
- Syllabus
- About the Discussion Forums
- Glossary
- Learn More About Flexible Learning Paths
- Updating Your Profile
- Social Media
- Orientation Quiz
- Module 1: Corporate Scope
- Introduction: Corporate Scope
- Vertical Scope Part 1
- Vertical Scope Part 2
- Horizontal Scope Part 1
- Horizontal Scope Part 2
- Horizontal Scope Part 3
- Managing Integrated Firms
- Like this course? Learn more with the iMBA! (optional)
- Module 1 Overview
- Module 1 Readings
- Module 1 Graded Quiz
- Module 2: Corporate Transactions
- Introduction: Corporate Transactions
- Mergers and Acquisitions Part 1
- Mergers and Acquisitions Part 2
- Mergers and Acquisitions Part 3
- Divestitures
- Strategic Alliances
- A Portfolio View
- Jamie Cleghorn Interview
- Brett Conradt Interview
- Disney Case
- Disney Case Wrap Up
- Module 2 Overview
- Module 2 Readings
- Module 2 Graded Quiz
- Module 3: Global Strategy
- Globalization
- Foreign Market Entry Part 1
- Foreign Market Entry Part 2
- National Origins of Competitive Advantage
- MNE Strategies
- Module 3 Overview
- Module 3 Readings
- Module 3 Graded Quiz
- Module 4: Stakeholders and Governance
- Public Firms and Their Role in Society
- Corporate Social Responsibility
- Mechanisms of Corporate Governance
- Recent Developments
- Gies Online Programs
- Module 4 Overview
- Module 4 Readings
- Congratulations!
- Get Your Course Certificate
- Module 4 Graded Quiz
Summary of User Reviews
Read reviews for the Corporate Strategy course on Coursera. Overall, the course receives high praise for its practical application and in-depth coverage of the subject matter. Many users appreciate the real-life examples used in the course. However, some users found the course to be too theoretical and lacking in interactivity.Key Aspect Users Liked About This Course
Real-life examples used in the coursePros from User Reviews
- In-depth coverage of the subject matter
- Practical application of concepts
- Engaging and knowledgeable instructors
- Clear and concise explanations
- Great supplementary resources
Cons from User Reviews
- Lacks interactivity and hands-on activities
- Too theoretical for some users
- Requires a significant time commitment
- Some users found the course to be repetitive
- Some users had technical issues with the platform
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