Introduces when localization of various aspects of the product/service/business model can add value and in response to what conditions; and, how various aspects of a firm’s organization (grouping, linking, alignment) can support this localization.
Encourages analysis of the structure of a complex industry in the midst of a major transition, introduces assessing the fit between a company’s strategy and the structural attributes of its industry, and enables evaluatation of how well a company is executing its strategy.
Illustrates a best practice in the way well-functioning senior teams with appropriate governance mechanisms can make informed tradeoffs about the balance between long-range and short-term investments.
Conveys the terminology and mechanics of depreciation as well as the economic intuition underlying its implementation.
Introduces the terminology and concepts underlying the converged global revenue recognition standard issued by the FASB and IASB in 2014 and rolled out in 2018 and 2019.
Highlights one company's approach to globalization, and illustrates how the company has managed to attain a high level of operational efficiency throughout its distributed operations without a complex organizational structure.
Showcases a leader leading in a time of crisis, identifies the leadership skills and strategies to turn a crisis situation into an opportunity for growth and innovation, conveys strategies to grow and sustain a business in the sports, media, and entertainment industries, explores and appreciates t...
Investigates drivers of poor performance in a customer service operation and identify what needs to be done to improve performance.
Illustrates how to achieve a high level of coordination and initiative within a diversified entity, demonstrate the inherent challenges in building a network rather than a firm even when all involved have a common objective, and evaluates a strategy in creating value for customers and capturing valu...
Demonstrates the business, operations, and employee relations strategies and practices that support “high road” businesses and what makes a collective action by employees successful.
