Geo-political tensions and the volatility of global markets have highlighted that a “one-size-fits-all” business strategy no longer has a place in the world.
McKinsey research indicates that where 35% of executives’ strategies passed four or more of McKinsey’s Ten Tests of Strategy in 2010, that percentage has dropped to 21% a decade later.
The complexity of today’s business environment is such that following a single path is likely to scupper even the best-laid plans.
With so much happening in the world, from wars to supply chain disruptions, strategists need to be adaptable to change in real time.
The argument that a certain approach worked for decades and will again no longer holds water. Never before in history has information moved so quickly, and strategists need to respond accordingly.
The frenetic pace at which developments unfold can lead to critical thinking falling by the wayside at crucial moments.
It is essential that executives have the ability to apply different lenses to situations so they can develop appropriate responses on multiple fronts.
When these strategies prove resilient amid strong economic headwinds, the company becomes more confident, enabling it to spend more time on growth.
Embracing real-world skills education for career success
ZEBS’s Real-World Skills MBA programme offers business courses tailor-made for corporate strategists who want to lead customer-centric organisations.
The curriculum bridges the gap between academic theory and the hands-on capabilities employers expect today.
Our Strategy Safari teaches students how to evaluate risks and implement effective risk strategies. Amid global disruptions to supply chains, it equips students with the tools they need to not only mitigate risk but work around it by developing new and innovative strategies.
What you’ll learn in Strategy Safari
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Business acumen: Gain integrated knowledge of business concepts and functions.
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Problem-solving: Learn how to integrate research and theory into tangible business solutions.
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Data analysis: Understand what data can bring to the table in terms of decision-making.
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Environmental assessment: Discover the importance of external and internal factors that influence supply chains and business growth.
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Communication: Become familiar with communication elements that resonate with business professionals.
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