CORE COURSE DESCRIPTIONS

STRATEGY I & II (RSM 1151 and 1152)

These courses introduce students to the basic concepts, frameworks and methodologies useful to managers in crafting and executing business strategy. Integrating concepts and tools learned in other courses, the focus is on the fundamental conditions that enable a firm to conceive, develop, and sustain a superior strategic position. The material covers the functions and responsibilities of senior management, the issues affecting the success of the organization, and the decisions determining its direction.  Upon completion, this course helps students acquire the knowledge, skills, and attitudes needed for a managerial approach to running a business in today’s competitive environment.