BUS624 Special Topics in Strategic Management
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Department of Economics and Management
Course Objectives
"This course is designed to integrate and apply students’ knowledge and experience in the context of the development of Business Policy and the practical application of Strategic Management. "
Learning Outcomes
After successful completion of the course, the student will be able to:
Course Materials
Required Textbook
"Essential reading: Hunger, J. David and Wheelen, Thomas L. (2011), Essentials of Strategic Management, 13th Edition, Prentice Hall. Recommended reading: David, Fred (2007), Strategic Management: Concepts and Cases, 11th Edition, Prentice Hall."
Additional Literature
Teaching Methods
The methods include lectures (which may involve power point presentation
Video and audio aids)
Student presentations
Projects and class discussions.
Weekly Topics
| Week | Topic | Readings / References |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Introductory Lecture | |
| 2 | Introduction to Strategic Management, Research and Scientific Paper Writing | |
| 3 | Basic Concepts of Strategic Management | Chapter 1 |
| 4 | Cooperate Governance | Chapter 2 |
| 5 | Social Responsibility and Ethics in SM | Chapter 3 |
| 6 | Environmental Scanning and Industry Analyses | Chapter 4; Ethics (+/- 6 pgs); 10% |
| 7 | Interim Exam 1; March 30, 2021, Class hour, 90 minutes; Weight 10% | Chapters 1-3 |
| 8 | Internal Scanning, Organizational Scanning | Chapter 5 Casualty vs Correlation (+/- 6 pgs) 10% |
| 9 | Strategy Formulation: Situation analyses and Business strategy; Case1; 10+10% | Chapter 6 Team 1 |
| 10 | Interim Exam 2; April 20, 2021, Class hour, 90 minutes; Weight 10% | Chapters 4-6 |
| 11 | Strategy Formulation, Cooperate Strategy; Case 2; 10+10% | Chapter 7 Team 2 |
| 12 | Strategy Formulation, Functional Strategy and Strategic Choice; Case 3; 10+10% | Chapter 8 Team 3 |
| 13 | Interim Exam 3; MAY 11, 2021, Class hour, 90 minutes; Weight 10% | Chapters 7-8 |
| 14 | Scientific papers presentation, an individual task; 10% | |
| 15 | Scientific papers presentation, an individual task; 10% |
Course Schedule (All Sections)
Office Hours & Room
Assessment Methods and Criteria
Assessment Components
Final Paper
AI: Not AllowedAlignment with Learning Outcomes : 2 3 and 4
Interim Exams
AI: Not AllowedAlignment with Learning Outcomes : 2
Paper 1 and 2
AI: Not AllowedAlignment with Learning Outcomes : 1
Presentation of a Chapter
AI: Not AllowedAlignment with Learning Outcomes : 1 2 and 3
Case Study Analyses
AI: Not AllowedAlignment with Learning Outcomes : 1
Presentation of the Final Paper
AI: Not AllowedAlignment with Learning Outcomes : 1 2 3 and 4
IUS Grading System
| Grading Scale | IUS Grading System | IUS Coeff. | Letter (B&H) | Numerical (B&H) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 0 - 44 | F | 0 | F | 5 |
| 45 - 54 | E | 1 | ||
| 55 - 64 | C | 2 | E | 6 |
| 65 - 69 | C+ | 2.3 | D | 7 |
| 70 -74 | B- | 2.7 | ||
| 75 - 79 | B | 3 | C | 8 |
| 80 - 84 | B+ | 3.3 | ||
| 85 - 94 | A- | 3.7 | B | 9 |
| 95 - 100 | A | 4 | A | 10 |
Late Work Policy
Information about late submission policies will be shared during class and posted in this section. Please check back for official guidelines.
ECTS Credit Calculation
📚 Student Workload
This 6 ECTS credit course corresponds to 150 hours of total student workload, distributed as follows:
Lecture Hours
45 hours ⏳ (15 week × 3 h)
Home Study
30 hours ⏳ (15 week × 2 h)
Presentations
20 hours ⏳ (4 week × 5 h)
Midterm exam study
15 hours ⏳ (3 week × 5 h)
Case study
12 hours ⏳ (3 week × 4 h)
Final Paper study
28 hours ⏳ (14 week × 2 h)
150 Total Workload Hours
6 ECTS Credits
Course Policies
Academic Integrity
All work submitted must be your own. Plagiarism, cheating, or any form of academic dishonesty will result in disciplinary action according to university policies. When in doubt about citation practices, consult the instructor.
Attendance Policy
Students are expected to adhere to the attendance requirements as outlined in the International University of Sarajevo Study Rules and Regulations. Excessive absences, whether excused or unexcused, may impact academic performance and eligibility for assessment. Mandatory sessions (e.g., labs, workshops) require attendance unless formally exempted. For detailed policies on absences, documentation, and penalties, please refer to the official university regulations.
Technology & AI Policy
Laptops/tablets may be used for note-taking only during lectures. Phones should be silenced and put away during all class sessions. Audio/video recording requires prior permission from the instructor.
Artificial Intelligence (AI) Usage: The use of AI tools (e.g., ChatGPT, Copilot, Gemini) varies by assessment component. Please refer to the AI usage indicator next to each assessment item in the Assessment Methods and Criteria section above. Submitting AI-generated content as your own work, where AI is not explicitly allowed, constitutes an academic integrity violation.
Communication Policy
All course-related communication should occur through official university channels (institutional email or SIS). Emails should include [BUS624] in the subject line.
Academic Quality Assurance Policy
Course Academic Quality Assurance is achieved through Semester Student Survey. At the end of each academic year, the institution of higher education is obliged to evaluate work of the academic staff, or the success of realization of the curricula.
Learning Tips
Be prepared to contribute thoughtfully during class discussions, labs, or collaborative work. Active participation deepens understanding and encourages critical thinking.
Complete assigned readings or prep materials before class. Take notes, highlight key ideas, and jot down questions. Aim to grasp core concepts and their applications—not just facts.
Use course frameworks or methodologies to analyze problems, case studies, or projects. Begin early to allow time for reflection and refinement. Seek feedback to improve your work.
Don’t hesitate to reach out when something is unclear. Use office hours, discussion boards, or peer networks to clarify concepts and stay on track.
Syllabus Last Updated on Mar 03, 2026 | International University of Sarajevo
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| Assessment Methods and Criteria | Evaluation Tool | Quantity | Weight | Alignment with LOs | AI Usage |
| Final Paper | 1 | 20 | 2, 3 and 4 | Not Allowed | |
| Semester Evaluation Components | |||||
| Interim Exams | 3 | 30 | 2 | Not Allowed | |
| Paper 1 and 2 | 2 | 20 | 1 and 2 | Not Allowed | |
| Presentation of a Chapter | 1 | 10 | 1, 2 and 3 | Not Allowed | |
| Case Study Analyses | 1 | 10 | 1 and 4 | Not Allowed | |
| Presentation of the Final Paper | 1 | 10 | 1, 2, 3 and 4 | Not Allowed | |
| *** ECTS Credit Calculation *** | |||||
| Activity | Hours | Weeks | Student Workload Hours | Activity | Hours | Weeks | Student Workload Hours | |||
| Lecture Hours | 3 | 15 | 45 | Home Study | 2 | 15 | 30 | |||
| Presentations | 5 | 4 | 20 | Midterm exam study | 5 | 3 | 15 | |||
| Case study | 4 | 3 | 12 | Final Paper study | 2 | 14 | 28 | |||
| Total Workload Hours = | 150 | |||||||||
| *T= Teaching, P= Practice | ECTS Credit = | 6 | ||||||||
| Course Academic Quality Assurance: Semester Student Survey | Last Update Date: 27/03/2026 | |||||||||