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Without following a proper strategy, it is impossible to sustain a business, let alone make it grow. The Masterclass of Business Strategy Consulting course is here to help you attain the skills and ability to plan and follow business strategies to establish a successful business.
In this Masterclass of Business Strategy Consulting course, you will get a clear understanding of what a business strategy is. The course will assist you in enriching your knowledge of business strategy design. The informative modules will help you build a solid foundation in PEST and PESTEL analysis. You will also acquire a great deal of knowledge in SWOT and TOWS analysis. There is more; this comprehensive course will equip you with practical strategies that can boost your business.
This Masterclass of Business Strategy Consulting course will provide you with knowledge and skills in a fun and engaging way. Enroll in the course today and start your learning journey.
Understand the definition of business strategy
Familiarize yourself with the fundamentals of business strategy design
Learn the core concepts of PEST and PESTEL analysis
Deepen your understanding of industry analysis and generic strategies
Build the essential skills for SWOT and TOWS analysis
Grasp a wide range of techniques to grow your business
The Masterclass of Business Strategy Consulting course is for individuals who want to elevate their business strategy consulting knowledge.
This course is available to all learners, of all academic backgrounds.
Learners should be aged 16 or over to undertake the qualification.
Good understanding of English language, numeracy and ICT are required to attend this course.
After you have successfully completed the course, you will be able to obtain an Accredited Certificate of Achievement. You can however also obtain a Course Completion Certificate following the course completion without sitting for the test. Certificates can be obtained either in hardcopy at the cost of £39 or in PDF format at the cost of £24.
PDF certificate's turnaround time is 24 hours, and for the hardcopy certificate, it is 3-9 working days.
Affordable, engaging & high-quality e-learning study materials;
Tutorial videos/materials from the industry-leading experts;
Study in a user-friendly, advanced online learning platform;
Efficient exam systems for the assessment and instant result;
The UK & internationally recognized accredited qualification;
Access to course content on mobile, tablet or desktop from anywhere anytime;
The benefit of career advancement opportunities;
24/7 student support via email.
The Masterclass of Business Strategy Consulting course is a useful qualification to possess and would be beneficial for any related profession or industry such as:
Business Professional
Entrepreneur
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 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 | ||
Certificate and Transcript | |||
Order Your Certificates and Transcripts | 00:00:00 |