QUESTION 1
(a) What purposes should a mission statement serve for a firm?
(b) Ideally, what should a mission statement contain?
(c) What purposes do strategic objectives serve?
(d) How can I determine whether a strategic objective is a good one?
QUESTION 2
One of the first steps in the process of formulating strategies for a firm consists of conducting an external analysis. Elaborate on Porter's five forces model as a tool for conducting an industry analysis. Support your answer with suitable examples
QUESTION 3
It is important to have an appropriate structure to support your strategy. Discuss the issue of structure in strategy implementation
QUESTION 4
The value of the Balanced Scorecard in strategic planning cannot be underestimated. Describe the Balanced Scorecard and discuss how it can be used in each of the various stages of the strategic planning process
QUESTION 5
Strategies can only be evaluated and controlled through the use of operational controls. Discuss