INNOVATIVE STRATEGIES FOR CHANGE
BUA5SM
2019
Credit points: 15
Subject outline
This subject provides a contemporary approach to strategy formulation and implementation. The emphasis is on design-thinking and creative ideation for strategy execution in a rapidly changing global environment. You will explore and apply concepts that offer a basis for developing a framework for leading strategic change. You will analyse the issues of the industry forces, strategic growth, corporate sustainability and strategy evaluation.
SchoolLa Trobe Business School
Credit points15
Subject Co-ordinatorGeraldine Kennett
Available to Study Abroad StudentsYes
Subject year levelYear Level 5 - Masters
Exchange StudentsYes
Subject particulars
Subject rules
Prerequisites Students must be enrolled in LMMBA or HZMBHA or LMMBAH or LMMBAA or LZFABA to do this subject.
Co-requisitesN/A
Incompatible subjects BUO5SM
Equivalent subjects BUO5SM
Special conditionsN/A
Readings
| Resource Type | Title | Resource Requirement | Author and Year | Publisher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Readings | The Strategy Pathfinder | Recommended | Angwin and Cummings | Wiley |
Graduate capabilities & intended learning outcomes
01. Critically review and apply creative recommendations to solve complex strategic issues facing organisations.
- Activities:
- Workshop activities, readings, guest presenters and assessments
- Related graduate capabilities and elements:
- Literacies and Communication Skills (Writing,Speaking)
- Literacies and Communication Skills (Writing,Speaking)
02. Use an evidence-based process to analyse a complex strategic management case study and articulate diverse theoretical and practical thinking about strategy formulation and implementation.
- Activities:
- Workshop activities, readings, guest presenters and assessments.
- Related graduate capabilities and elements:
- Literacies and Communication Skills (Writing,Speaking)
- Inquiry and Analytical Skills (Critical Thinking,Creative Problem-solving,Inquiry/Research)
- Inquiry and Analytical Skills (Critical Thinking,Creative Problem-solving,Inquiry/Research)
- Inquiry and Analytical Skills (Critical Thinking,Creative Problem-solving,Inquiry/Research)
- Personal and Professional Skills (Teamwork including leadership and working in groups)
03. Conceptualise and demonstrate the relationship between stakeholders, control mechanisms and strategic performance.
- Activities:
- Workshop activities, readings, guest presenters and assessments.
- Related graduate capabilities and elements:
- Literacies and Communication Skills (Writing,Speaking)
- Literacies and Communication Skills (Writing,Speaking)
- Personal and Professional Skills (Teamwork including leadership and working in groups)
Subject options
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City Campus, 2019, Semester 2, Day
Overview
Online enrolmentYes
Maximum enrolment sizeN/A
Enrolment information
Subject Instance Co-ordinatorJennifer Spoor
Class requirements
Seminar
Week:
31
-
43
One 3.0 hours seminar per week
on any day including weekend
at night
from week 31 to week 43
and delivered via face-to-face.
Assessments
| Assessment element | Comments | % | ILO* |
|---|---|---|---|
| Individual Assignment (1500 words) | 30 | 01, 02 | |
| Individual Assignment (1500 words) | 30 | 01, 02 | |
| Case study and presentation (2000 words) | Scenario, ideation and pitch | 40 | 01, 02, 03 |
City Campus, 2019, Week 17-25, Day
Overview
Online enrolmentYes
Maximum enrolment sizeN/A
Enrolment information
Subject Instance Co-ordinatorGeraldine Kennett
Class requirements
Block Mode
Week:
17
-
21
Three 7.0 hours block mode per study period
on any day including weekend
during the day
from week 17 to week 21
and delivered via face-to-face.
Assessments
| Assessment element | Comments | % | ILO* |
|---|---|---|---|
| Individual Assignment (1500 words) | 30 | 01, 02 | |
| Individual Assignment (1500 words) | 30 | 01, 02 | |
| Case study and presentation (2000 words) | Scenario, ideation and pitch | 40 | 01, 02, 03 |