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MNG-6018
Strategy and Structure of Firms

Academic Level (Cycle) - Deuxième cycle

3 credits

Description

In this course, students develop the analytical and critical thinking skills necessary for making strategic decisions in an uncertain global environment. Using theory and information from the corporate context, students will analyze the firm's external and internal environments with the goal of identifying actual and potential sources of competitive advantage. Ultimately, they will learn to formulate, implement and evaluate cross-functional decisions. Topics include : an introduction to strategic management, measures of firm performance, analysis of external and internal environments, business-level strategy, corporate-level strategy, acquisition and restructuring strategies, international strategies, corporate governance, organizational structures and controls, strategic leadership, and corporate social responsibility.

Prerequisite(s): GSF 6008 AND GSO 6005 AND MRK 6004

Enrolment restriction(s)

  • Programme
    • Must be enrolled: Diplôme d'études supérieures spécialisées en administration des affaires
    • Must be enrolled: Maîtrise en administration des affaires

Some course sections may have additional restrictions.

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MNG-6018 in brief

Course Outline(s)

Delivery Modes

  • This course is available in distance learning mode

Faculty and Department

Sciences de l'administration

FSA Management

Number of hours per week

  • Classes: 3 hours
  • Labs or practical assignments: 0 hours
  • Individual work: 6 hours
  • Total: 9 hours

Schedule

Automne 2026 - 1 section offered

Hiver 2026 - 1 section offered

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