Week 6 - Assignment: Assess a Strategic Management Model

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Week 6

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Choice of Strategy

There are several approaches to strategic planning. In today’s continually connected

world, it has never been more important or challenging to choose the right approach to

strategy. The key is to learn how to assess your organization, choose the right approach,

and execute for maximum impact. For example, the United States coordinates its counter-

terrorism activities with a host of other governments and organizations to combat and

prevent terrorism. Its activities include peace and security, humanitarian efforts, human

rights, and sustainable development initiatives.

One approach to strategic planning is the comprehensive process-oriented approach.

Examples of the comprehensive process-oriented approach include the Harvard Policy

Model, logical incrementalism, stakeholder management, and strategic management

process systems. The Harvard Policy model is grounded in the analysis of strengths,

weaknesses, opportunities, and threats. The logical incrementalism model is based on

decision-making through experimentation and learning. The stakeholder management

model is based on decision-making through interaction with stakeholders.

Another approach to strategic planning focuses on strategic management. Examples of

the strategic management process approach include strategic negotiations, strategic

issues management, and strategic planning as a framework for innovation. The strategic

negotiations process involves the understanding and achievement of cooperation among

stakeholders. Strategic issues management allows organizations to detect and respond to

emerging trends in the political environment. The strategic planning process facilitates the

process of vision, mission, and goal setting.

The third approach to strategic planning is centered on content. Examples of content-

oriented approaches include portfolio analyses and competitive forces analysis. Portfolio

analyses review the products and/or services in a multi-dimensional setting. Utilizing the

competitive forces analysis allows an organization to assess and evaluate the competitive

strength and position of its services and products. For example, a local government

agency would develop a strategy to manage trash/recycling activities in its community.

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Books and Resources for this Week

Kerlinová, A., & Tomášková, E. (2014,

November). Approach to strategy at

public administration organizations in

the Czech Republic. Procedia... Link

Lystbaek, C. T., Holmgren, J., & Friis, O.

(2017). Strategy discourses in public

sector organizations: A qualitative

focus group study... Link

Niţă, A. M., & Goga, C. I. (2018).

Strategic management in the local

public administration institutions. Case

study: Application of the balanced... Link

Week 6 - Assignment: Assess a Strategic Management

Model Assignment

Due February 13 at 11:59 PM

Be sure to review this week's resources carefully. You are expected to apply the

information from these resources when you prepare your assignments.

75 % 3 of 4 topics complete

This assignment explores the application of strategic management literature to practical

case models/examples of public sector management. Assume you have been hired as an

outside consultant to prepare an analysis of a public agency, department, or non-profit

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organization. For the purposes of this assignment, find a public agency, department, or

non-profit organization that you know from personal experience. Assume that your

analysis will be presented to the senior leadership team for evaluation.

Research strategic management models by reviewing at least three scholarly articles on

various models. Then, select one distinct model in the literature and write an analysis of

how the model is reflected in the organization.

Be sure to include the following:

Identify your selected organization and your selected model for the analysis.

Determine the principles or components of the model.

Predict how the organization would function based on these principles.

Explain the relationship between model theory and behavior.

Length: 5-7 pages, not including title or reference pages

References: Include a minimum of 5 scholarly resources.

Your assignment should demonstrate thoughtful consideration of the ideas and concepts

presented in the course by providing new thoughts and insights relating directly to this

topic. Your response should reflect scholarly writing and current APA standards. Be sure

to adhere to Northcentral University's Academic Integrity Policy.

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