MGT 659: Strategic Management

Pre-req: MBA students: must have taken 5 of the following: MGT 650, MKT 650, FIN 650, ACT 650, MIS 650 or POM 651 MSHM students: Any 5 - 600 level CCB courses

Capstone course for the MBA. The course examines competitive factors impacting firms and the design of a competitive global strategy. Primary emphasis is on managerial skill development focused on enhancing effective organizational operations in today's globally competitive environment. The course analyzes components of a strategic plan: formulating, implementing, and controlling its execution and evaluating its success in a global context.