Course Content

The world needs purpose-driven leaders. How will you make an impact? This course provides an overview of concepts, theories and tools in general strategic management. Students will be trained to analyze major strategic functions that managers must understand to operate effectively and sustainably in an international business context. The course allows candidates to explore ways of incorporating environmental concerns into businesses for enhanced competitive advantage. We familiarize students with the shift towards a circular economy and the implications for businesses.

The course is offered in cooperation with Harvard Business School Online, and students gain a Certificate from Harvard.

Learning objectives

After completing the course, the student should have:

• In-depth knowledge of key theories in general strategic management

• Ability to apply central concepts and tools in general strategic management to practical business operations

• An analytical perspective on business models that drive change towards environmental sustainability

• A good understanding of how environmental concerns shape business strategies and generate new business opportunities

• Solid knowledge of sustainable business models and Life Cycle Assessment (LCA) methodology

• An understanding of how new regulatory frameworks shape market opportunities for companies in ASEAN and beyond

Books and Reading Material

• Please check the Harvard Business School Online course here: https://online.hbs.edu/Documents/Syllabus_Sustainable_Business_Strategy.pdf

• Henderson, R. (2020). Reimagining Capitalism in a World on Fire. New York: PublicAffairs. (A teaser to this book can be seen here)

Course Coordinator

• Amin Wibowo, Associate Professor (Universitas Gadjah Mada)

• Stina Torjesen, Associate Professor (University of Agder)