Through an in-depth class discussion of an organizational case study, you identify core
concepts of strategy and competitive advantage.
Session 2: Analyzing the External Environment
The faculty facilitates a case discussion in which
you explore a framework for systematic examination
of competition, markets, and resources to identify
opportunities in your environment.
Session 3: Applying the Core Concepts
Working with your team from your organization, you apply these new concepts to a familiar
organization, using new tools to analyze a seemingly well-known situation.
Day Two
Session 1: Resources as a Basis of Competitive Advantage
You will engage in a case discussion as you explore the critical role an organization’s resource and capabilities play in creating and maintaining competitive advantage.
Session 2: Integrating Mission and Strategy
Understanding an organization's stakeholders is critical to linking mission and strategy. In this session, you'll discuss the alignment of mission and vision with the strategic positioning for key stakeholders.
Session 3: Developing Your Organizational Strategy
You work with your organizational team to apply the
strategy framework to your organization in a structured,
team-based exercise. The faculty provides feedback
to help you refine your thinking.
Day Three
Session 1: Putting it All Together
Through an in-depth discussion of an organizational case study, you work with the class
to apply, test, and reflect on all of the strategic concepts covered in the first two days
of the seminar.
Session 2: Your Organizational Strategy
Most of this day of the seminar is spent working with your team to apply the strategic concepts
to your own organization. These facilitated exercises result in a structured analysis and
path of action for your organization.
Session 3: Integration
We review the core concepts from the seminar, discuss a culminating case, and answer questions about implementation.
The complex issues involved in leading a cultural nonprofit today can challenge even the most skilled management team. Using our first-hand experience in the arts and working with faculty from leading business and graduate schools, we deliver executive-level programs that help you find new opportunities, manage your resources and lead your organization toward its mission.
