Answer 4 Exercise Questions (Follow Instuction And Rubrics Provided)

Rothaermel Exercise 3 Instructions

Individual Assignments

Chapter Eleven Rothaermel Text

· Discussion Question 11.1

1.1 Why is it important for an organization to have alignment between its strategy and structure? (Make sure you peruse the journal articles on strategy/structure within the Endnotes before completing this question.)

· Discussion Question 11.2

11.2 The chapter describes the role of culture in the successful implementation of a strategy. Consider an employment experience of your own or of someone you have observed carefully (e.g., a family member). Describe to the best of your ability the values, norms, and artifacts of the organization. What was the socialization process of embedding the culture? Do you consider this to be an example of an active culture of contributing to the organization's competitive advantage? Why or why not?

Chapter Twelve Rothaermel Text

· Discussion Question 12.1

12.1 How can a top management team lower the chances that key managers will pursue their self-interests at the expense of stockholders? At the cost of the employees? At the expense of other key stakeholders?

· Discussion Question 12.3

12.3 The Business Roundtable has recommended that the CEO should not also serve as the chairman of the board. Discuss the disadvantages for building a sustainable competitive advantage if the two positions are held by one person. What are the disadvantages for stakeholder management? Are there situations where it would be advantageous to have one person in both positions?