Practising Strategy: A South African Context (2nd Edition)

Description:

Move beyond traditional theory and learn how strategy is actually “done” with Practising Strategy: A South African Context. This 2nd Edition is a foundational text for senior business students, offering a fresh perspective that focuses on the daily activities and tools used by strategists within the unique South African economic environment.

Why This Textbook is a Best-Seller:

• Strategy-as-Practice: Unlike traditional texts that view strategy as a high-level plan, this book looks at the actual people and actions that make strategy work.

• Local Relevance: Features South African case studies and examples that make the concepts “easy” to apply to local corporate and SMME contexts.

• Comprehensive Frameworks: Covers everything from environmental scanning and internal analysis to strategy implementation and change management.

• Academic Excellence: Published by Juta, this is a trusted resource for undergraduate and postgraduate modules across major South African universities.

Key Topics Covered:

• The role of middle managers and top executives in strategy.

• Strategic thinking and competitive advantage in a volatile market.

• The tools of the trade: From SWOT and PESTEL to modern digital strategy tools.

• Managing the “human element” of strategic change.

Key Specifications:

• ISBN-13: 9781485132646

• Editor: Peet Venter

• Publisher: Juta & Company Ltd

• Edition: 2nd Edition

• Format: Physical Paperback