Business strategy UE Past Papers Questions.

Differentiate the following terms

1. Strategy and strategic capability
2. Red ocean strategy and blue ocean strategy
3. Corporate social responsibility and ethics
4. Industry analysis and Competitive analysis

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As a business strategist, do you think Michael Porter`s five forces industry analysis still relevant in today`s competitive world? with any industry of your choice and with very relevant and practical examples substantiate that statement.

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In carrying out industry analysis, examining PESTEL factors has proved to be useful in most multinational companies. Using practical examples in Tanzania compare and contrast how PESTEL factors affect both foreign and local business organisations. These two organisations should be operating in the same industry.

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Discuss the key challenges that the unique Tanzania`s business environment presents for successiful implementation of strategy in an organisation. Would some of these issues and challenges result in ethical dilemmas for the managers of Tanzania`s business organisations? Why or Why not? Examples are highly needed.

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Consider the following scenario: A company decides to sell its products through the internet . This is a new distribution channel, since the company has always used traditional channels. They pilot the new distribution channel and are astounded by its success. Soon it becomes their only selling platform and they spend all their time developing online sales software and streaming their e-business.

Do you think that would be an appropriate strategic move? Discuss with examples.

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