Sustainable Business Strategy

The main aim of the course is to develop students‘ ability to conduct strategic analyses based on the interests of the business and organisation.

After completing the course, students will be able to:

• give an account of basic concepts and theories in the field of business strategy
• apply established and contemporary models for strategic analysis
• analyse changes in business strategy with respect to the interplay between relevant factors, both external and internal
• consider dilemmas that come with sustainable business when analysing planned, applied and emerging business strategies.

The course provides a wider understanding of concepts, models, and theories within strategic analysis. The course covers complex strategic issues from several chosen perspectives, one of which is the contemporary development of sustainable business strategies. The course builds on a view of business strategy as a process where interests and incentives require continuous balancing. Further, the course develops students‘ ability to analyse the opportunities and challenges for short- and long-term objectives in relation to market competition and societal factors.

Written examination
Preparation for and active participation in seminars
Written reports

The Swedish grades U–VG.

Grades
Module 1: Concepts and Models - 2,5 credits
Module 2: Application - 5 credits

The grade “Pass with distinction“ for the whole course is awarded for a passing grade on module 1 and a “pass with distinction“ grade on module 2