Identify the organization and its ownership
To launch the rich dialogue of what is expected throughout this course, choose a company that has been recognized recently as successful and is located in Saudi Arabia. Then, in an original post, present well-written answers to the following questions:
Identify the organization and its ownership
Describe the organization’s products/services
Describe the organization’s strategy (how does it create value)
How does Saudi Vision 2030 impact the organization’s strategy? Be specific.
How does the organization’s strategies support Saudi Vision 2030?
Embed course material concepts, principles, and theories (require supporting citations) in your initial response along with at least one scholarly, peer-reviewed journal article. Keep in mind that these scholarly references can be found in the Saudi Digital Library by conducting an advanced search specific to scholarly references. Use Saudi Electronic University academic writing standards and APA style guidelines.
You are required to reply to at least two peer discussion question post answers to this weekly discussion question and/or your instructor’s response to your posting. These post replies need to be substantial and constructive in nature. They should add to the content of the post and evaluate/analyze that post answer. Normal course dialogue doesn’t fulfill these two peer replies but is expected throughout the course. Answering all course questions is also required.
Required
- Chapter 1 in Contemporary Strategy Analysis
- Chapter 1 PowerPoint slides in Contemporary Strategy Analysis
- Bradley, C., Hirt, M., & Smit, S. (2018). Eight shifts that will take your strategy into high gear. McKinsey & Company.
- Kingdom of Saudi Arabia (2020, February). National Transformation Program.
- Kingdom of Saudi Arabia (2020, February). Vision 2030.
- The Quincy Group. (2019). Vision 2030.
FOR YOUR SUCCESS
History shows us how concepts, terms, and principles have changed over time. By studying history, we learn to avoid using analytic or decision-making processes that have been proven faulty. We learn to embrace aspects that are relevant to our company or organization and to dismiss those that are irrelevant. In this module, students are advised to compare the definitions of terms that will be used throughout the course. Further, students should determine which definitions best fit individual situations. There is no one use of a term that every scholar must embrace; think critically and define terms that work for you.
As noted in the Module Overview, an important principle in this course is the emphasis on the implementation of successful strategies. Therefore, students are advised to study each module thoroughly, with a focus on how strategy implementation may be affected. Students should also note the textbook author’s attention to analysis, as necessary, to make informed strategic decisions.
Remember that participation in the Discussion Board and completion of the graded quizzes are required and due by 11:59 p.m. on Saturday. Be sure to familiarize yourself with the schedule for Critical Thinking Assignments to note when they are due and in which modules. Be sure to examine the corresponding grading rubrics to ensure that you understand exactly how you will be scored.
Your first assignment this week is to get to know the team of learners you will be working with by introducing yourself in the Introductions area of Module 1. Share your major, your location, your career aspirations, and any personal experience or knowledge that may relate to the course.
In this course, the Discussion Boards are an excellent way to share your observations and learn from the history and experience of others. This week’s Discussion Question asks you to choose a company that has been recognized recently as successful and is located in the Middle East. Then, in an original post, present well-written answers to the following questions:
How has your chosen company performed against the common elements using successful strategies? (See Figure 1.1 in the textbook to review the common elements.)
Focus on strategy in this post and describe your chosen company’s strategy in terms of competing in the present and preparing for the Saudi Vision 2030.
In your Discussion Board post, embed course material concepts, principles, and theories, which require supporting citations along with at least one scholarly peer-reviewed reference in supporting your answer unless the assignment calls for more. Keep in mind that these scholarly references can be found in the Saudi Digital Library by conducting an advanced search specific to scholarly references.
You need to reply to at least two of your peers’ Discussion Question answers to this week’s Discussion Question. These post replies need to be substantial and constructive in nature. They should add to the content of the post and evaluate/analyze that post’s answer. Normal course dialogue doesn’t fulfill these two peer replies but is expected throughout the course. Answering all course questions is also required.
Use Saudi Electronic University academic writing standards and APA style guidelines.
Make sure to read all the required readings this week and complete the Check Your Understanding activity. Please note that your instructor will be hosting the first required Live Session this week.
Learning Outcomes
- Explain the evolution of strategy.
- Identify the role of strategy in success.
- Apply the basic framework for strategy analysis.
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