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GC BUS485 Week 1 Discussion 1 & 2 Latest 2017 November

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Pick a publicly traded company. Describe its competitive advantage using the resource-based model of above average returns.

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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?

GC BUS485 Week 2 Discussion 1 & 2 Latest 2017 November

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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?

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Describe the elements of an organization’s external environment. Why is it important to understand the external environment?

GC BUS485 Week 3 Discussion 1 & 2 Latest 2017 November

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Why is it important to conduct a SWOT analysis? What are the weaknesses of a SWOT analysis? Why is that so?

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Why is sustainable competitive advantage a critical strategy-making consideration?

GC BUS485 Week 4 Discussion 1 & 2 Latest 2017 November

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How can you determine a core competency?

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What is the relationship between capabilities and core competencies?

GC BUS485 Week 5 Discussion 1 & 2 Latest 2017 November

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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?

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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?

GC BUS485 Week 6 Discussion 1 & 2 Latest 2017 November

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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?

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What are some of the special features of competing in foreign markets?

GC BUS485 Week 7 Discussion 1 & 2 Latest 2017 November

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Discuss the role of organizational controls and explain their importance.

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Why is it necessary to regularly evaluate business strategy?

GC BUS485 Week 8 Discussion 1 & 2 Latest 2017 November

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What are the most effective leadership styles? Why are they effective? In your opinion, what are the least effective leadership styles? Explain.

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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.