This Specialization explores the evolving world of business strategy, focusing on the increasingly important roles of design, user experience, and innovation in shaping competitive advantage. You’ll learn about concepts such as goal setting, value creation, global integration, and diversification, and you’ll critique classic theories and frameworks in the context of new business realities. In the final Capstone Project, you’ll create and defend a holistic business strategy in response to a realistic case study prompt.
What you'll learn
Critique classic strategic management theories in the context of modern business realities
Apply concepts of goal setting and value creation to business strategy development
Analyze the role of design and user experience in creating competitive advantage
Evaluate diversification and global integration strategies
Develop and defend a holistic business strategy in response to a case study
Course objectives
Understand the evolving nature of business strategy and competitive advantage
Explore how design, user experience, and innovation shape strategic decisions
Learn to apply strategic frameworks to real-world business challenges
Create a comprehensive business strategy through a capstone project