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BUS485 Week 1 Discussion 1 & 2 Latest 2017 November
dq 1
Pick a publicly traded company. Describe its
competitive advantage using the resource-based model of above average returns.
dq 2
What are vision and mission statements? What
is their value for the strategic management process? Select an example of
strong Vision/Mission (cite your source). What are its positive
characteristics?
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BUS485 Week 2 Discussion 1 & 2 Latest 2017 November
dq 1
Compare Google with Facebook. In terms of the
five forces of competition, do you feel these companies view one another as
competitors? Why or why not?
dq 2
Describe the elements of an organization’s
external environment. Why is it important to understand the external
environment?
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BUS485 Week 3 Discussion 1 & 2 Latest 2017 November
dq 1
Why is it important to conduct a SWOT
analysis? What are the weaknesses of a SWOT analysis? Why is that so?
dq 2
Why is sustainable competitive advantage a
critical strategy-making consideration?
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BUS485 Week 4 Discussion 1 & 2 Latest 2017 November
dq 1
How can you determine a core competency?
dq 2
What is the relationship between capabilities and core
competencies?
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BUS485 Week 5 Discussion 1 & 2
Latest 2017 November
dq 1
What are the different levels of
diversification firms can pursue by using different corporate level strategies
and what are the advantages to diversifying their operations?
dq 2
What do you think are the criteria a firm
should use to evaluate targets for acquisition and how should a company plan
and undertake its merger acquisition strategic initiatives?
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BUS485 Week 6 Discussion 1 & 2 Latest 2017 November
dq 1
An international strategy can take many forms. Explain what a
global strategy is and how is it different from a multi-domestic strategy. What
are the traditional and emerging reasons/motives that firms expand
internationally?
dq 2
What are some of the special features of competing in foreign
markets?
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BUS485 Week 7 Discussion 1 & 2 Latest 2017 November
dq 1
Discuss the role of organizational
controls and explain their importance.
dq 2
Why is it necessary to regularly
evaluate business strategy?
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BUS485 Week 8 Discussion 1 & 2 Latest 2017 November
dq 1
What are the most effective leadership styles? Why are they
effective? In your opinion, what are the least effective leadership styles?
Explain.
dq 2
Why are innovation and entrepreneurial spirit important to market
entry or market expansion? Give examples.Why are innovation and entrepreneurial
spirit important to market entry or market expansion? Give examples.
