English Term

Strategy Case Study-Simulation

Prüfungsnummer(n)

9410160

Compulsory Course/Required Elective

Compulsory Course

Type of Course

Lecture

Language

English

Faculty/Faculties
Offered in

Summer Term

Credits

6 ECTS

Credit Hours

4

Duration of the Exam

no written exam,written report 100%

Grading

Decimal Grade

Objectives

 
  • Experience in strategic policy formulation and implementation
  • Experience in financial planning based on financial reports.
  • Decision-making with limited information and time pressure.
  • Understanding of holistic concept of strategy for the entire firm
  • Understanding functional strategic concepts.
  • Teamwork and cooperation
  • Application of financial reports and cost accounting reportts to strategic decision making.

 

 

Content

 

This course involves the practical application of strategic concepts to a business simulation.
Students will have to manage a fictional company based on financial documents and business reports.

Teaching and Learning Methods

 

Classroom Workshop: Applying the learned concepts and tools gained from strategic courses to business situation

Recommended readings

 
  • Simulation Manual
  • Articles on strategic decision making

Workload and Breakdown of Credits

 

6 ECTS x 30 hours = 180 hours,  combined out of the following:

  • Preparation Course
    3 Days * 3 hours = 9 hours
    Workshop
    4 days * 10 hours = 40 hours
  • Preparation / homework / self-study: 5 days * 8 hours = 40 hours
  • Time for exercises and group work: 15 weeks* 2 hours = 30 hours
  • Semester project / presentation: 30 hours
  • Exam preparation: 30 hours for report and presentaion

Prerequisite for exam
Attendance and participation in the strategic workshop

Weighting in Exam
Written Report: 100%

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