Assignment One

　

Describe the key elements of an organizational strategy. How would they be, or not be, relevant to the “strategic mindset” of an organization’s management? Do you think these are learned or innate traits? Support your primary response with at least one scholarly source. Provide in-text citations and complete references for all sources used. Format your post according to APA style

 

　

Assignment Two

　

Compare and contrast strategic resources and competencies. Identify what role, if any, licensed health care providers play in helping a health care organization attain competitive advantage. Support your primary response with at least one scholarly source. Provide in-text citations and complete references for all sources used. Format your post according to APA style

 

Assignment Three

(KAISER PERMANENTE SHOULD BE USED)

Select an organization in the health care arena you would like to work for. With this organization in mind, describe how strategic thinking could lead to the identification of opportunities for this organization to gain a competitive edge in the industry. Provide at least one example that demonstrates the importance of “strategic thinking.” Support your primary response with at least one scholarly source. Provide in-text citations and complete references for all sources used. Format your post according to APA style

 

Assignment Four

　

The U.S. population continues to diversify, increase in average age (primarily due to baby boomers), and to be influenced by national legislation (e.g., Affordable Care Act, Medicare Modernization Act, HITECH Act). Select a specific type of health care organization. Which market segments pose opportunities for growth, and which pose threats to the organization’s survival? Provide at least one strategy related to the assessment and interaction with its market and customers that will maximize opportunities and minimize threats. Support your primary response with at least one scholarly source. Provide in-text citations and complete references for all sources used. Format your post according to APA style

　

Assignment Five

　

Explain, in your own words, what the terms mission, vision, goals, and values mean from an organizational standpoint. What is the practical purpose of a statement of organizational values? Under what circumstances should an organization consider changing these, if at all? How do they contribute to the strategic direction of an organization? If you were a department manager, how would you implement and sustain these in your organization? Support your primary response with at least one scholarly source. Provide in-text citations and complete references for all sources used. Format your post according to APA style

　

Assignment Six

　

Explain the four fundamental ways in which a business can grow its revenues and profits. What reward system would you put in place for an organization of your choice (please specify) as part of the operations and budget planning process? Provide a rationale for that reward system. Support your primary response with at least one scholarly source. Provide in-text citations and complete references for all sources used. Format your post according to APA style

　

Assignment Seven

　

Which is more important: the formulation of a strategy or the implementation of a strategy? What are the challenges associated with your choice? Support your primary response with at least one scholarly source. Provide in-text citations and complete references for all sources used. Format your post according to APA style

　

Assignment Eight

Article-

Krentz, S. E., DeBoer, A. M., & Preble, S. N. (2006). Staying on course with strategic metrics. Healthcare Financial Management, 60(5), 86-93. Retrieved from the ProQuest database

　

Read the “Staying on Course with Strategic Metrics” article. As a future health care administrator, you will be required to evaluate the strategies, efficiency, efficacy, and outcomes of your department or strategic business unit (SBU). After examining the article, analyze the strategic alternatives that result from monitoring strategic metrics pertaining to your in the role of a department or SBU manager. List at least two strengths and weaknesses of basing strategic alternatives solely on strategic metrics. Support your primary response with at least one scholarly source. Provide in-text citations and complete references for all sources used. Format your post according to APA style

　

Assignment Nine

　

Describe the ethical and legal considerations of a professional strategic financial management function in an organization. What would you do if faced with a legal or ethical dilemma related to financial management in a health care organization? How might that legal or ethical dilemma impact strategic planning? Support your primary response with at least one scholarly source. Provide in-text citations and complete references for all sources used. Format your post according to APA style