Learners will analyze strategic environments, evaluate internal capabilities, formulate growth pathways, compare competitive strategy models, and design actionable strategic plans. This course builds strong strategic thinking by guiding learners through the full spectrum of strategy formulation and enunciation—from defining vision and mission to applying advanced strategy matrices and portfolio evaluation tools.
Analyze and Formulate Winning Business Strategies
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Analyze and Formulate Winning Business Strategies
This course is part of Business Strategy Analysis, Execution & Evaluation Specialization
Instructor: EDUCBA
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2 weeks to complete
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What you'll learn
Analyze external environments and internal capabilities to identify strategic opportunities and risks.
Apply competitive strategy models and matrices to evaluate and compare strategic options.
Formulate clear, actionable strategic plans aligned with organizational vision and goals.
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January 2026
Assessments
24 assignments
Taught in English
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This course is part of the Business Strategy Analysis, Execution & Evaluation Specialization
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There are 6 modules in this course
This module introduces learners to the foundational elements of strategic intent, including vision, mission, ethos, organizational purpose, and critical success areas. Learners explore how these components guide strategy formulation and shape the overall strategic direction of an organization.
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9 videos4 assignments
This module examines the external environment and contextual forces influencing strategic decisions. Learners analyze political, regulatory, global, and environmental attributes while developing skills in mapping and interpreting environmental information for strategic insights.
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7 videos4 assignments
This module focuses on internal strategic diagnostics, examining business resources, behaviors, competencies, capabilities, and profiling tools. Learners gain the ability to evaluate internal strengths and structural characteristics essential for strategic formulation.
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11 videos4 assignments
This module explores major strategic pathways—including stability, growth, globalization, retrenchment, cooperation, and restructuring. Learners gain the ability to compare, select, and formulate strategic options based on organizational context and environmental conditions.
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13 videos4 assignments
This module introduces learners to strategic matrices and models such as cost leadership, differentiation, and focus strategies. It also covers tactical enunciation and prioritization, enabling learners to convert strategic insights into actionable, operational plans.
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8 videos4 assignments
This module covers corporate portfolio analysis, niche strategic assessment, subjective decision factors, and contingency planning. Learners gain the ability to evaluate business portfolios, interpret niche opportunities, and prepare organizational responses to risks.
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8 videos4 assignments
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