The course prepares participants for active involvement in corporate strategy development within organizations, focusing on global and market problem identification, analysis, and the formulation of action alternatives. These aspects are grounded in a strong understanding of strategic theories and models. The course utilized practical examples from major Swedish and governmental organizations to conduct strategic analyses based on the existing external environment and future scenarios, with implications for development directions.

Key Takeaways

The course provided excellent guidance in strategic theories and hands-on experience from business leaders. The examination reports were conducted both in student groups and individually. These reports covered strategic future business areas, including automotive electrification and a 30-year strategic global forecast.

Session Presentations:

• Orvar Hurtig, VP Head of Operations, Ericsson – “From Products to Solutions and Services”
• Daniel Norlander, Head of the Local Police Area in Gothenburg – “The Situation in Sweden and Police Methods”
• Mikael Wickelgren, Associate Professor, Head of Department – “The Automotive Industry Sector”
• Anders Petersson, AB Volvo, Group Strategy – “Global Trends”
• Bo Dahlbom, IT Professor at the University of Gothenburg, Member of the Royal Swedish Academy of Engineering Sciences, and long-time advisor to the government on IT policy – “Aiming for the Future”
• Markus Björk, Project Manager, McKinsey – “Case Studies from McKinsey”.

Examination report – Strategic Outlook Based on GLOBAL STRATEGIC TRENDS Out to 2055.

Investigate and reflect on how the global trends outlined in the report may influence the future. Structure your analysis using the PESTLE model (PESTLE = Politics, Economy, Social factors, Technology, Legislation, and Environment).

Industry Development: Reflect on your assessment of the development of the industry you work in. Analyze how the identified trends and changes in the report may shape and transform your industry by the year 2040.

Country Development: Assess the development of the country you intend to live in. Analyze how global trends may affect the country you plan to reside in. How might changes in demographics, climate, politics, economy, and security impact the country’s competitiveness, social cohesion, and welfare system? How will these changes influence your living conditions and opportunities to work in your chosen industry?