Advanced Business Strategy Planning for Supply Chain

Advanced Business Strategy Training: Gaining a Competitive Edge

The University of Southern California, Marshall School of Business, offers this advanced course designed to equip supply chain professionals with cutting-edge strategies to gain a competitive edge in their industry. Participants will delve into advanced strategic frameworks, analyze recent case studies, and develop actionable strategies to drive competitive advantage. The course is structured to provide intensive, focused learning over four weeks.

Course Objectives:

● Master advanced strategic frameworks and tools.

● Analyze recent case studies to extract practical insights and best practices.

● Develop and implement strategies to achieve and sustain competitive advantage.

● Enhance strategic decision-making capabilities.

● Integrate advanced business strategies with supply chain management.

Week 1: Advanced Strategic Frameworks

Topics:

● Review of Core Strategic Concepts

● Introduction to Advanced Strategic Frameworks

● Dynamic Capabilities and Resource-Based View

● Blue Ocean Strategy

Week 2: Strategic Innovation and Disruption

Topics:

● Understanding Disruption and Innovation

● Strategic Innovation Frameworks

● Leveraging Technology for Competitive Advantage

● Managing Disruption in Supply Chains

Week 3: Competitive Positioning and Strategic Leadership

Topics:

● Competitive Positioning Strategies

● Leadership in Strategic Change

● Building and Sustaining Competitive Advantage

● Strategic Leadership and Organizational Culture

Week 4: Strategy Implementation and Performance Measurement

Topics:

● Implementing Advanced Strategies

● Measuring Strategic Performance

● Continuous Improvement and Strategic Adaptation

● Future Trends and Challenges in Strategic Management

If you would like more information, please contact ** Ruth Cornejo, cornejo@usc.edu

Website: https://uscsupplychain.com/

* **Refunds limited 24 hour prior notice before the start of the date of class.

University’s Notice of Non-Discrimination

“These events are open to all eligible individuals. Marshall School of Business operates all of its programs and activities consistent with the University’s Notice of Non-Discrimination. Eligibility is not determined based on race, sex, ethnicity, sexual orientation, or any other prohibited factor.”​

University’s Accessibility Clause

“We request that individuals requiring accommodations or auxiliary aids such as sign language interpreters/real time captioners and alternative format materials notify us at least 7 days prior to the event. Every reasonable effort will be made to provide reasonable accommodations in an effective and timely manner.”