Managerial Perspectives on Strategy and People D

About this programme

The course highlights key issues for understanding and dealing with the challenges facing contemporary organizations in a globalized world. It integrates profound theoretical insights with practical applications in a learning environment characterized by active student participation, both individually and in groups. The course is given and examined in English The core course consists of two modules, which will be further described below: Module 1. Perspectives on Strategy, 7.5 credits. Module 2. People - the Human Side of Organizing, 7.5 credits. Module 1. Perspectives on Strategy, 7.5 credits This module highlights key challenges facing contemporary organizations in a globalized world. The students will gain an interdisciplinary understanding of the business context and the intertwined nature of its events and processes. Alternative theoretical perspectives on strategy will be presented to provide a comprehensive platform for strategic decision making in the forthcoming core modules. Students will practice strategic thinking from both an internal and external perspective. The module integrates theoretical insights with practical applications in a learning environment characterized by active participation, both individually and in groups. Students will also practice making strategic analyses, identifying options, and recommending appropriate solutions that are both rooted in theory and actionable. During the module, students will also be introduced to methods of working in international teams and the code of academic conduct, e.g. referencing, or how to avoid plagiarism an