Strategy and Change in technology companies

• What are strategy, strategy processes and the point of strategy?
• The theoretical basis for the development of strategy in technology companies.
• Strategic analysis of external and internal factors.
• Development of strategic direction as a basis for change.
• Organization, implementation, evaluation and control.
• Strategy in a globalized world.
• Technology as a strategic driver.
• The imperfect: Strategy in practice.

Knowledge:

• Knowledge of the purpose and content of strategy and strategy processes
• Knowledge of basic theories of strategy, and knowledge of typical strategic challenges in practice
• Knowledge of strategic processes as a basis for desired change in an organization

Skills:

• Be able to explain connections between different parts of the strategy process
• Be able to identify strategic challenges in practice with particular emphasis on technology companies
• Be able to develop, implement and lead a strategic change process

General competence:

• Basic insight into strategy and strategic change processes
• Understanding strategy processes as a management tool
• Have an analytical and reflective approach to strategic management in a business

• Lectures
• Case discussions
• Compulsory submission after further information