In this comprehensive course, immerse yourself in the dynamics of strategic transformation and the intricacies of global strategy to drive business success. Covering pivotal topics such as business model innovation, organizational learning, co-creation of capabilities, and internationalization strategies, this course equips you with the ability to navigate and lead in a complex global market.



Strategic Transformation & Global Strategy
This course is part of Strategic Management Essentials Specialization

Instructor: Shelley Harrington
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What you'll learn
Formulate and implement strategies for effective business model transformation and innovation.
Apply organizational learning and co-creation of capabilities to enhance strategic change and development.
Formulate and analyze global strategies using frameworks like VUCA, Ansoff Matrix, and Porter's Diamond to navigate global markets.
Manage stakeholder relationships and drive strategic initiatives for sustainable competitive advantage and business success.
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October 2025
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There are 3 modules in this course
This week, the module delves into business model transformation. It covers the definition and elements of business models, including the good and bad aspects, and provides a case study for reflection. The module also explores innovative business models, such as disruption, click-and-collect, non-ownership models, and crowdsourcing. Additionally, the CANVAS model is explained and applied, with a focus on its usefulness and disadvantages. By the end of the week, you should be able to understand and analyse different business models and their transformations.
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2 videos23 readings2 assignments2 plugins
This week, the module delves into innovation, organisational learning, and co-creation of capabilities. It covers organisational learning theories, including Senge’s learning organisation, and explores the learning process and learning channels. The module also examines explicit vs. tacit knowledge and the role of managers in supporting learning. By the end of the week, you will be able to understand and apply organisational learning concepts, analyse different types of knowledge, and design training activities to encourage knowledge transfer within an organisation.
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1 video22 readings2 assignments2 discussion prompts2 plugins
This week, the module delves into internationalisation strategies. It covers the international strategy framework, including drivers of internationalisation and the differences between international and global strategies. The module also examines Porter’s Diamond Model, global sourcing, and various international strategies such as export, multi-domestic, global, and trans-national strategies. Additionally, it explores market selection and the PESTEL framework. By the end of the week, you will be able to understand and apply internationalisation strategies and analyse global market dynamics.
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3 videos28 readings3 assignments2 plugins
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