The Strategic Compass  What is the difference between “Strategic Leadership” and “Strategic Management”? Using an actual organization in which you now work – or have worked previously – give several examples as to how the processes differ.    Week 2:   How does the Five Compass Model (see Wilson’s 1996 article included in the Background […]

Develop the vision and mission statements for an organization. Measure these statements against the criteria for meaningful vision and mission statements, providing comprehensive support and justification. The Case must be completed before the SLP.   First, read the following article:   Klag, M., Giroux, H., & Langley, A. (2012). Strategic planning at Saint Francis de […]

THE CULTURE AND MORAL COMPASSES In the Module 4 Case, we will complete an in-depth analysis of an organization’s culture, and determine the extent to which the organization’s culture fits with the organization’s strategic choices. Begin by reading the following article:   Ford, R. C., Wilderom, C., & Caparella, J. (2008). Strategically crafting a customer-focused […]

THE CULTURE AND MORAL COMPASSES In the Module 4 SLP, we will explore your target organization’s culture, and determine the extent to which culture relates to the success of your organization’s strategic choices.   Write a 3- to 4-page paper in which you address the following:   After completing some research concerning the culture of […]

THE CULTURE AND MORAL COMPASSES In the Module 4 Case, we will complete an in-depth analysis of an organization’s culture, and determine the extent to which the organization’s culture fits with the organization’s strategic choices. Begin by reading the following article:   Ford, R. C., Wilderom, C., & Caparella, J. (2008). Strategically crafting a customer-focused […]

In the Module 3 Case, we will be using tools that were discussed in the Background materials section to determine the best grand strategy for a well-known company. To begin the Module 3 Case, read the following article concerning Barnes & Noble’s strategic direction:   Hall, W., & Gupta, A. (2010). Barnes & Noble, Inc.: […]

THE ACTION COMPASS In the Module 3 SLP, you will evaluate the efficacy of your chosen organization’s strategy or strategies.   In a 3- to 4-page paper, determine the grand strategy or strategies currently pursued by the organization you have selected. After you have applied the Grand Strategy Matrix to an organization, determine whether the […]

In the Module 3 Case, we will be using tools that were discussed in the Background materials section to determine the best grand strategy for a well-known company. To begin the Module 3 Case, read the following article concerning Barnes & Noble’s strategic direction:   Hall, W., & Gupta, A. (2010). Barnes & Noble, Inc.: […]

Please watch the following Leadership Channel video, then read the instructions and complete your case assignment: Joun, S. (2016). Implementing diversity & inclusion: Leaders and believers [Video]. Available   from Books24x7. Available in the Trident Online Library.   In the Module 2 Case, we will examine the innumerable ways in which the external environment affects […]

THE SOCIO-POLITICAL COMPASS In the Module 2 SLP, you will determine the most salient environmental threats and opportunities currently facing your target organization.   Assignment   Write a 3-page paper in which you address the following:   Evaluate the external environment of your selected organization, determining the extent to which opportunities exceed threats, or threats […]