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Use the decision making process to solve a real life problem

Identify the need for plans and goals, the various types of plans/goals, and how these are carried out by stated objectives

Analyze and apply the strategic management process to a case study scenario

You will participate in a discussion board and a case assignment. The content of this module will also be assessed on the Final Exam.

Learning Outcomes
Upon completion of this module, you should be able to

• Compare the theory regarding task/employee orientated and democratic/autocratic concepts and knowledge
• Describe the eight steps in the decision-making process
• Explain the four ways managers make decisions
• Classify decisions and decision-making conditions
• Identify different decision making styles and how biases affect decision making
• Identify effective decision-making techniques
• Define the nature and purpose of planning
• Classify the types of goals organizations might have and the plans they use
• Compare and contrast goal setting and planning
• Discuss current issues in planning
• Review and measure the effectiveness of the management process in video and paper based case applications
• Explain the role of strategic management and why it is important
• Explain the role of the manager in each of the six strategic management steps
• Describe three types of organizational strategies
• Identify competitive advantage and strategies organizations use to get it
• Discuss current strategic management issues