Strategic Management: From Confrontation to Transformation

Strategic Management: From Confrontation to Transformation provides a fresh and provocative perspective on strategic management, covering the latest theories and concepts and taking an action-oriented approach. It includes cutting-edge content on the confront-sense-choose-transform stages of strategic management, four diagnostic chapters, nearly 70 case studies, and online resources for instructors. Suitable for undergraduate and postgraduate students of strategy, the book will help them grow their knowledge and experience of developing and implementing strategy in the real world.

Format: Hardback
Length: 680 pages
Publication date: 22 December 2023
Publisher: Sage Publications Ltd

In the pursuit of competitive advantage, navigating change can be a formidable challenge. This comprehensive textbook provides a fresh and thought-provoking perspective on strategic management, offering a structured approach that encompasses four key elements: addressing strategic issues, sensing opportunities and threats, choosing strategies, and transforming organizations.

The book delves into the latest theories and concepts, adopting an action-oriented approach. It encompasses cutting-edge content on the critical stages of strategic management, including purpose and sustainability, emerging technologies, ecosystems and platforms, and business model innovation. Each stage is further enriched with practical tools and insights, making it an invaluable resource for both undergraduate and postgraduate students of strategy.

To enhance the learning experience, the textbook includes nearly 70 case studies of internationally renowned companies such as Airbnb, Ben & Jerry's, Epic Games store, Hilton, Icebreaker, McDonald's, Nestlé, Northvolt, Tesla, and PayPay. These case studies offer real-world examples and allow students to apply the theoretical concepts learned in the book. Additionally, 'Key Debate boxes' provide opposing perspectives on hot topics in the strategy field, while 'Strategic Focus boxes' delve deeper into contemporary phenomena, fostering critical thinking and discussion.

Instructors have access to a wealth of online resources, including a teaching guide, further reading lists, video links, PowerPoint presentations, and a bank of additional case studies. This comprehensive package empowers educators to effectively teach and facilitate strategic management discussions, equipping students with the knowledge and skills necessary to develop and implement effective strategies in the real world.

Written by Henk W. Volberda, Professor of Strategy & Innovation at the Amsterdam Business School, University of Amsterdam, and Rick M.A. Hollen, Lecturer and Researcher at the Strategy & International Business section of the same institution, this textbook is a valuable resource for students and professionals seeking to excel in the field of strategic management.

Weight: 1640g
Dimension: 246 x 189 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781529770582