The Pocket MBA: Concepts and Strategies FLEXCAST

Overview

Before this course, the diverse and intricate elements of business strategy, management, and legal environments might seem overwhelming to professionals in the executive world. However, this course acts as a bridge, leading participants from a foundational understanding to a comprehensive grasp of these vital business aspects. The course is divided into two parts: the first focuses on business strategy, management, marketing, and legal environments, equipping participants with the knowledge to develop effective organizational strategies and understand key management decisions. The second part addresses the economic issues that significantly impact business success, including global concerns such as currency risk management and international financing. Throughout the course, participants will learn about various management techniques, marketing strategies, legal frameworks, and economic indicators, enhancing their ability to make informed decisions in a global business context. By the end of this course, participants will have a well-rounded understanding of the multifaceted nature of business, enabling them to navigate the complex world of corporate strategy and management effectively.

Highlights

Business strategies and operations management. Managerial decision making. Scheduling and sequencing. General management, and more.

Prerequisites

None.

Designed For

CPAs.

Objectives

Recognize the key element of a mission statement. Recognize some organizational strategies such as SWOT analysis and Porter’s competitive strategies. Identify the types of management decisions and the steps to be followed in the decision-making process. Recognize some useful management techniques and tools such as break-even and profit analysis, aggregate planning strategies, scheduling, and project management and control, and more.

Preparation

None.

Notice

This is a FlexCast (no exam required) and may be viewed only Monday - Saturday, 5am - 5pm PT. You may take up to one year from the date of purchase to complete the course. Pause your FlexCast and resume at a convenient day during the hours above. Partial credit for 2+ credit courses: If you are unable to complete the course in one sitting, partial credit can be awarded (minimum of one credit). To earn the remaining credits, you must return later and start the course from the beginning. Use chat to ask questions of a subject matter expert during the program.