Award in Achieving Alignment: Crafting Vision and Strategy
The module on Vision and Strategy equips students with a robust understanding of how to create and execute strategic initiatives that drive organizational success.
MQF/EQF Level: 7
ECTS : 5 Credits
230 Enrolled
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OrientationDirector’s Introduction03:27Orientation10:52Understanding Podcasts01:46Understanding Pre-recorded Lectures02:25Understanding Pre-recorded Interviews01:54Understanding Case Studies01:47Understanding Discussion Boards02:30Ascencia Style SheetAI PolicyPolicy for Online Interaction and Behaviour for E-Academic Students
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Coursework: Achieving Alignment - Crafting Vision and StrategyIntroductory Podcast00:07:45Assignment Podcast00:05:30
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Section 1: Vision, Strategy, and Organisational PurposePodium Lecture 1: Understanding Vision, Strategy, and Organisational Purpose00:49:26Journal Article: Talk the Walk: How Corporate Vision Works for Performance
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Section 2: External Forces and Industry DynamicsPodium Lecture 2: Environmental Analysis: External Forces and Industry Dynamics00:41:46Journal Article: Environmental Analysis of Textile Products
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Section 3: Internal Analysis and ResourcesPodium Lecture 3: Internal Analysis and Strategically Valuable Resources00:51:17Journal Article: The Strategic Analysis of Intangible ResourcesPodium Lecture 3.1: Critical Evaluation of Strategic Alignment Challenges and Opportunities00:36:56Journal Article: Strategic Alignment. a Practitioner's Perspective
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Section 4: Mission, Vision, Values and GoalsPodium Lecture 4: Formulating Vision, Mission, Values, and Strategic Goals00:51:31Journal Article: Strategic Planning - Getting StartedPodium Lecture 4.1: Crafting a Vision and Strategy: Development and Articulation of a Compelling Organisational Vision and Strategy00:32:15Journal Article: How to Develop a Shared VisionPodium Lecture 4.2: Effective Communication of Vision and Strategy Across all Levels of an Organisation00:38:39Journal Article: Strategic Vision or Strategic Con?Podium Lecture 4.3: Strategic Organisational Design for Global Firms00:40:48Lecture 4.4: Construct and Sign-Off on Organisational Policies and Procedures in Line with the Organisation’s Goals01:23:24Quiz 4.5: Construct and Sign-Off on Organizational Policies and Procedures in Line with the Organization’s GoalsLecture 4.6: Developing and Implementing SOPs for Consistency and Compliance00:34:23
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Section 5: Competitive Approaches and Strategic PositioningPodium Lecture 5: Formulating Strategy: Competitive Approaches and Strategic Positioning00:46:26Journal Article: Competitive Intelligence and Strategy FormulationPodium Talk 5.1: Prioritising Training Needs00:08:05Guest Interview: Zack Ritchie00:38:12Journal Article: The Influence of Organizational Culture, Strategic Vision Development and Competitive Advantage on Organizational Performance in Small and Medium Enterprises
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Section 6: Aligning the OrganisationPodium Lecture 6: The Strategic Planning Process and Aligning the Organisation00:44:42Journal Article: The Role of Quality Strategic Planning on Organisational SuccessPodium Lecture 6.1: How to Lead Cross-Functional Teams to Build Alignment and Drive Collective Decision-Making00:51:11Journal Article: Integration Through Cross-Functional Teams in a Service Company
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Section 7: From Plan to ActionPodium Lecture 7: Strategy Implementation: From Plan to Action00:54:29Journal Article: Strategy Implementation-A Review and an Introductory FrameworkPodium Lecture 7.1: Facilitate Strategic Planning and Change Management Processes00:40:12Journal Article: Does Strategic Planning Enhance or Impede Innovation and Firm PerformancePodium Lecture 7.2: Strategic Leadership and Communication01:00:15Journal Article: Innovation, Communication, and LeadershipGuest Interview 7.3: Amy Talbot00:56:37Lecture 7.4: Part 1: How to Design and Implement Effective Communication Strategies for One's Organisation01:03:33Lecture 7.4: Part 2: How to Design and Implement Effective Communication Strategies for One's Organisation00:47:44Quiz 7.5: How to Design and Implement Effective Communication Strategies for One's Organisation
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Section 8: Innovation and DisruptionPodium Lecture 8: Innovation and Disruptive Strategies00:47:35Journal Article: How Intelligence Organisations Innovate
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Section 9: Evaluating and Adapting StrategyPodium Lecture 9: Evaluating and Adapting Strategy Over Time00:45:44Journal Article: Evaluating Sustainable Adaptation Strategies for Vulnerable Mega-DeltasPodium Lecture 9.1: Addressing the Gap Between the Vision and the Objectives00:25:37Journal Article: Vision and Objetives. A Must for SMEs in the New Economy
The module on Vision and Strategy equips students with a robust understanding of how to create and execute strategic initiatives that drive organizational success. Upon completion, students will be able to craft compelling organizational visions, align stakeholders, and develop strategies rooted in innovative and critical thinking to achieve long-term goals. They will gain proficiency in conducting environmental analyses, setting mission-aligned objectives, and formulating adaptive strategies through frameworks like PESTLE, SWOT, and Porter's Five Forces. Additionally, the module emphasizes effective strategy implementation, integrating innovation, and fostering strategic leadership and communication skills. Through practical applications and case studies, students will refine their ability to evaluate and adapt strategies in dynamic environments, preparing them to lead with insight and agility in competitive markets.
Programme Outcomes
- This module provides students with the knowledge and skills needed to develop a vision for an organisation and formulate effective strategies to achieve organisational goals with a focus on out-of-the-box thinking to encourage students to challenge conventional thinking, explore new market spaces, and generate fresh ideas for strategic advantage. Successful strategy execution would be emphasized.
- A Bachelor's degree or post-graduate degree in business, administration, management, or a related field
- Minimum 180 ECTS previously acquired at a Higher Education institution
- 2 years of work experience
- A GPA score of 2.5 (C+) or higher (or equivalent) will be required
- Proof of C1 level of English or equivalent
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What’s included
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Duration :Full Time- 3Months
Part Time- 6Months - Learning: 125 +Hours
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