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Register on the Foundations of Business Strategy Consulting today and build the experience, skills and knowledge you need to enhance your professional development and work towards your dream job. Study this course through online learning and take the first steps towards a long-term career.
The course consists of a number of easy to digest, in-depth modules, designed to provide you with a detailed, expert level of knowledge. Learn through a mixture of instructional video lessons and online study materials.
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The course is delivered through our online learning platform, accessible through any internet-connected device. There are no formal deadlines or teaching schedules, meaning you are free to study the course at your own pace.
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The course is ideal for those who already work in this sector or are an aspiring professional. This course is designed to enhance your expertise and boost your CV. Learn key skills and gain a professional qualification to prove your newly-acquired knowledge.
The online training is open to all students and has no formal entry requirements. To study the Foundations of Business Strategy Consulting, all your need is a passion for learning, a good understanding of English, numeracy, and IT skills. You must also be over the age of 16.
Section 01: Welcome to this Mini MBA Business Strategy Consulting Course! | |||
Welcome to this Mini MBA Business Strategy Consulting Course | 00:03:00 | ||
Mini MBA Business Strategy - Executive Summary - What you will learn | 00:10:00 | ||
Section 02: What is MBA Level Business Strategy? | |||
What is Business Strategy? | 00:05:00 | ||
Business Vision and the Mission Statement | 00:04:00 | ||
The Strategy Hierarchy within a Firm | 00:06:00 | ||
Section 03: Designing Your Business Strategy | |||
Introduction to Business Strategy Design | 00:02:00 | ||
Business Model Design with the Business Model Canvas | 00:13:00 | ||
Business Model Canvas Template | 00:01:00 | ||
Lafley & Martin's Five Step Strategy Model | 00:05:00 | ||
Hambrick & Frederickson's Strategy Diamond | 00:06:00 | ||
Section 04: Business Strategy Over Time: Life Cycle Models | |||
Understanding Life Cycles | 00:02:00 | ||
The Industry Life Cycle | 00:07:00 | ||
The Business Life Cycle | 00:06:00 | ||
The Product Life Cycle | 00:05:00 | ||
The Corporate Funding Life Cycle | 00:04:00 | ||
Section 05: External Strategic Environment of the Firm: PEST and PESTEL Analysis | |||
External Analysis Using Broad Factors | 00:02:00 | ||
PEST Analysis | 00:08:00 | ||
PESTEL Analysis | 00:05:00 | ||
PESTEL Analysis Template | 00:01:00 | ||
CASE STUDY EXERCISE: PESTEL Analysis of Starbucks | 00:02:00 | ||
CASE STUDY SOLUTION: PESTEL Analysis of Starbucks | 00:07:00 | ||
CASE STUDY EXERCISE: PESTEL Analysis of the Global Aviation Industry | 00:07:00 | ||
CASE STUDY SOLUTION: PESTEL Analysis of the Global Aviation Industry | 00:02:00 | ||
Section 06: Strategic Options arising Internal and External Analysis: SWOT, TOWS and SOAR | |||
Strategic Options from Internal and External Analysis | 00:16:00 | ||
SWOT Analysis | 00:05:00 | ||
Conducting A SWOT Analysis | 00:04:00 | ||
SWOT Analysis Template | 00:02:00 | ||
TOWS Matrix Analysis | 00:05:00 | ||
TOWS Analysis Template | 00:14:00 | ||
SOAR | 00:04:00 | ||
SOAR Analysis Template | 00:01:00 | ||
CASE STUDY EXERCISE: SWOT Analysis - Amazon | 00:02:00 | ||
CASE STUDY SOLUTION: SWOT ANALYSIS - Amazon | 00:09:00 | ||
Section 07: Michael Porter - Industry Analysis, Generic Strategies and Competitive Advantage | |||
Michael Porter and Business Strategy Analysis | 00:02:00 | ||
Industry Analysis and Introducing Michael Porter | 00:10:00 | ||
Competitive Forces Model - Porter's Five Forces | 00:12:00 | ||
Full List of Porter's Five Forces Factors | 00:02:00 | ||
Michael Porter's Five Forces Template | 00:01:00 | ||
CASE STUDY EXERCISE PORTERS FIVE FORCES Global Aviation Industry | 00:02:00 | ||
CASE STUDY SOLUTION: Porter's Five Forces - Global Airline Industry | 00:15:00 | ||
Generic Strategies and Industry Forces | 00:10:00 | ||
Michael Porter's Value Chain Analysis | 00:07:00 | ||
Value Chain Analysis Template | 00:02:00 | ||
Section 08: Strategic Prioritisation: Boston Consulting Group (BCG) Growth Share Matrix | |||
Boston Consulting Group (BCG) Matrix | 00:07:00 | ||
BCG Matrix and the Life Cycle | 00:03:00 | ||
BCG Matrix Advantages and Disadvantages | 00:03:00 | ||
Adapting the BCG Matrix | 00:05:00 | ||
Boston Consulting Group (BCG) Matrix Template | 00:03:00 | ||
CASE STUDY EXERCISE: BCG Matrix - Facebook | 00:02:00 | ||
CASE STUDY SOLUTION: BCG Matrix - Facebook | 00:04:00 | ||
CASE STUDY EXERCISE: BCG Matrix - Apple | 00:02:00 | ||
CASE STUDY SOLUTION: BCG Matrix - Apple | 00:04:00 | ||
CASE STUDY EXERCISE: BCG Matrix - Unilever | 00:02:00 | ||
CASE STUDY SOLUTION: BCG Matrix - Unilever | 00:05:00 | ||
Section 09: MBA Strategy: Building Sustainable Competitive Advantage | |||
Competitive Advantage - Deriving Strategy from Inside the Firm | 00:03:00 | ||
Core Competency | 00:05:00 | ||
VRIO - Resources to Competitive Advantage | 00:06:00 | ||
CASE STUDY EXERCISE: Core Competency - Apple | 00:02:00 | ||
CASE STUDY SOLUTION: Core Competency - Apple | 00:05:00 | ||
Defining the Unique Selling Proposition | 00:05:00 | ||
ADL Matrix - Understanding Your Competitive Position | 00:07:00 | ||
ADL Matrix Template | 00:02:00 | ||
Section 10: Strategy MBA: Growth Strategy Options | |||
Ansoff Product Market Matrix - How to Grow Your Business | 00:05:00 | ||
Organic vs Inorganic Growth | 00:02:00 | ||
Internal and External Growth Strategies Expanded | 00:11:00 | ||
CASE STUDY EXERCISE: Amazon's Growth Strategy | 00:02:00 | ||
CASE STUDY SOLUTION - Amazon's Growth Strategy | 00:06:00 | ||
Section 11: Strategic Responses to Mature and Declining Markets | |||
Blue Ocean Strategy | 00:05:00 | ||
Blue Ocean Case Study - Apple | 00:05:00 | ||
Comparing Red Ocean and Blue Ocean Strategies | 00:04:00 | ||
How to Survive in an Over Fished Ocean | 00:05:00 | ||
Section 12: How to Create a Comparative Competitive Analysis on a Page | |||
How to Create a Comparative Competitive Analysis on a Page | 00:04:00 | ||
Section 13: Connecting MBA Strategy and Finance with Financial Modelling | |||
Making the Connection between Strategy and Finance | 00:04:00 | ||
What is an Integrated Financial Model? | 00:06:00 | ||
Key Drivers of an Integrated Financial Model | 00:08:00 | ||
Model Structure | 00:03:00 | ||
Detailed Model Schedules | 00:07:00 | ||
Chart of Accounts | 00:02:00 | ||
Financial Statement Inputs and Outputs | 00:03:00 | ||
10 Steps to Building an Integrated Financial Model | 00:05:00 | ||
Section 14: Strategy MBA Implementation: Understanding the Strategic Planning Process | |||
Summary of the Strategic Analysis Process | 00:03:00 | ||
Understanding the Strategic Planning Process | 00:06:00 | ||
Four Step Strategic Management Process | 00:03:00 | ||
Strategy Formulation in Six Steps | 00:07:00 | ||
Mintzberg's Five Configurations | 00:05:00 | ||
Section 15: Summary and Wrap Up | |||
Course Summary and Wrap Up | 00:05:00 | ||
Additional Resource | |||
Additional Materials | 00:00:00 | ||
Assignment | |||
Assignment - Foundations of Business Strategy Consulting | 00:00:00 |
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There are no specific prerequisites for this course, nor are there any formal entry requirements. All you need is an internet connection, a good understanding of English and a passion for learning for this course.
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