Defining Strategic Business Leadership - SBL 1

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Defining Strategic Business Leadership - SBL 1

This course is part of Strategic Business Leadership Specialization

Instructors: Dr Karl S.R. Warner

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3 modules

Gain insight into a topic and learn the fundamentals.

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Intermediate level

Some related experience required

7 hours to complete

Flexible schedule

Learn at your own pace

3 modules

Gain insight into a topic and learn the fundamentals.

10 reviews

Intermediate level

Some related experience required

7 hours to complete

Flexible schedule

Learn at your own pace

What you'll learn

Define what strategic business leadership means and why it’s essential in today’s fast-changing world
Distinguish strategy from planning and explore key strategic considerations for leaders
Assess the key attributes associated with strategic business leadership and apply them to your own leadership skillset

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Assessments

6 assignments

Taught in English

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There are 3 modules in this course

What does it truly mean to lead strategically in today’s fast-changing world? In this foundational course, you’ll explore the core principles of strategic business leadership—what it is, why it matters, and how it’s measured.

You’ll learn how to guide your organization through strategic journeys with minimal friction and delay, and how to build the critical bridges that connect present-day actions with future goals. This course sets the stage for the entire Strategic Business Leadership Specialisation and is the ideal starting point for anyone looking to lead with clarity, purpose, and long-term impact. This course is ideal for current business leaders who want to sharpen their strategic thinking, aspiring leaders preparing for future roles, and professionals looking to enhance their leadership capabilities in dynamic environments.

In this module, we'll be looking at the foundations of strategic business leadership and strategy considerations for business leaders.

What's included

3 videos7 readings2 assignments1 discussion prompt

3 videos Total 17 minutes

Strategic Business Leadership Specialization 4 minutes
Introduction to Strategic Business Leadership 5 minutes
Three Strategy Considerations for Business Leaders 7 minutes

7 readings Total 75 minutes

Course Overview 10 minutes
Instructor Biographies 10 minutes
Strategic Business Leadership: Seeing and Shaping the Future 15 minutes
The Task of Strategy 10 minutes
Preparing the Organization for Strategy 10 minutes
How Leaders Should Think About Strategy 10 minutes
Counterpoint: Leading in a New Game Business World 10 minutes

2 assignments Total 60 minutes

Module 1: Graded Assignment 30 minutes
Module 1: Practice Assignment 30 minutes

1 discussion prompt Total 10 minutes

Check in with Your Current Ideas 10 minutes

In this module, we'll build upon module 1 and consider the key distinctions between planning and strategy.

What's included

2 videos6 readings2 assignments1 discussion prompt

2 videos Total 13 minutes

What is Planning and Strategy—Key Differentiators and Vocabulary 7 minutes
The Distinction Between Planning and Strategy 5 minutes

6 readings Total 65 minutes

What is a SWOT Analysis? 10 minutes
The Power of Strategic Vocabulary 15 minutes
Counterpoint: Beyond SWOT Analysis 10 minutes
What is Planning? 10 minutes
What is Strategy? 10 minutes
Counterpoint: A Changing View of Strategy and Competitive Scorecards 10 minutes

2 assignments Total 60 minutes

Module 2: Graded Assignment 30 minutes
Module 2: Practice Assignment 30 minutes

1 discussion prompt Total 10 minutes

Strategic Management for Future Challenges 10 minutes

In this module, we'll look at business leadership as a vehicle for old game vs new game strategy.

What's included

2 videos4 readings2 assignments1 discussion prompt

2 videos Total 13 minutes

The Interconnected Skills of Strategic Leadership 7 minutes
Old Game Versus New Game Strategy 6 minutes

4 readings Total 50 minutes

Understanding the Interconnected Skills of Strategic Leadership 20 minutes
What is Old Game and New Game Strategy? 10 minutes
Counterpoint: Competing in a Game-Changing World 10 minutes
Thank You! 10 minutes

2 assignments Total 60 minutes

Module 3: Graded Assignment 30 minutes
Module 3: Practice Assignment 30 minutes

1 discussion prompt Total 10 minutes

Shaping the New Game in Your Industry 10 minutes

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Instructors

Dr Karl S.R. Warner

University of Glasgow

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