Exploring Potential Research Topics

Complete the following readings early in the module:

· Read the online lectures for Module 6

· From the textbook, Strategy: A view from the top, read the following chapters:

· Corporate Strategy: Shaping the Portfolio

· Corporate Strategy: Managing the Portfolio

· From the University online library, read:

· Chari, M. D. R., Devaraj, S., & Parthiban, D. (2007). International diversification and firm performance: Role of information technology investments. Journal of World Business,42(2), 184–197. (ProQuest document ID: 216402684) Retrieved from  http://search.proquest.com.libproxy.edmc.edu/docview/216402684?accountid =34899

· Peng, M. W., & Delios, A. (2006). What determines the scope of the firm over time and around the world? An Asia Pacific perspective. Asia Pacific Journal of Management,23(4), 385–405. doi:http://dx.doi.org/10.1007/s10490-006-9021-4