A strategy text on value creation with case studies The ninth edition of Contemporary Strategy Analysis: Text and Cases focuses on the fundamentals of value creation with an emphasis on practicality. Topics in this edition include: platform-based competition and ecosystems of related industries; the role of strategy making processes; mergers, acquisitions and alliances; and strategy implementation. Within the twenty case studies, students will find leading companies that are familiar to them. This strategy analysis text is suitable for MBA and advanced undergraduate students.

Grounded in the latest research and illustrated with lively current case examples, this text introduces MBA and advanced-level undergraduates to the fundamental concepts and principles of strategy.

Robert M. Grant combines a highly accessible writing style with a concentration on the fundamentals of value creation and an emphasis on practicality in this leading strategy text. In this new edition, he includes an even greater focus on strategy implementation that reflects the needs of firms to reconcile scale economies with entrepreneurial flexibility, innovation with cost efficiency, and globalization with local responsiveness. This edition also incorporates some of the key strategic issues of today including: post-financial crisis adjustment, the continuing rise of China, India and Brazil, and the increased emphasis on ethics and sustainability. Coverage is also provided on strategy in not-for-profit organizations. Contemporary Strategy Analysis, Text and Cases 8th Edition combines the text with an updated collection of 20 case studies. It is suitable for both MBA and advanced undergraduate students. Additional teaching resources are also available for instructors, including an instructor’s manual, case teaching notes, test bank, teaching slides, case video clips and extra cases. All of these resources can be accessed via the companion website: www.contemporarystrategyanalysis.com

NEW! Combined Text & Cases Version Considered by many to be the best textbook on Strategy, Contemporary Strategy Analysis 7th edition builds on the strengths of previous editions by introducing students to the core concepts and principles of strategy. In this most accessible strategy text, Robert M. Grant combines clarity of exposition with concentration on the fundamentals of value creation and an emphasis on practicality. In this seventh edition, a greater focus on strategy implementation reflects the needs of firms to reconcile scale economies with entrepreneurial flexibility, innovation with cost efficiency, and globalization with local responsiveness. Rob Grant eloquently combines theory with current real world examples and practice using a clearly written, logical and comprehensive style. Contemporary Strategy Analysis 7th edition is suitable for both MBA and advanced undergraduate students. Full teachings notes to the cases will be available upon publication at the companion website www.contemporarystrategyanalysis.com Contemporary Strategy Analysis 7th Edition is also available in a text only version – ISBN: 9780470747100

Robert M. Grant combines a highly accessible writing style with a concentration on the fundamentals of value creation and an emphasis on practicality in this leading strategy text.In this new edition several topics have increased emphasis including: platform-based competition and 'ecosystems' of related industries; the role of stratey making processes/practices; mergers, acquisitions and alliances; and additional emphasis on strategy implementation.

Special features of the fourth edition include: increased coverage of value creation in electronic commerce and the strategy implications of information technology; a new section on the "New Economy" and what it means for competition and profit; the incorporation of recent contributions to strategy theory and strategy practice (including the creation and development of organizational capability, winner-takes-all markets, network externalities and competition for standards, complexity and self-organization, strategic innovation); the relating of analytical frameworks to their real-world business applicationsl; revised figures and applications, making the book even more user-friendly for both instructors and students. For sample chapters, an instructor's manual and PowerPoint slides visit www.blackwellpublishers.co.uk/grant.

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Strategic Management delivers an insightful and concise introduction to strategic management concepts utilizing a strong mix of real-world contemporary examples. Written in a conversational style, this product sparks ideas, fuels creative thinking and discussion, while engaging students with the concepts they are studying.

Used in conjuction with the best-selling text Contemporary Strategy Analysis, 4th edition, this collection of new cases represents a continuing commitment to examining current business theory in the context of real business situations. New, in-depth international cases, with a focus on today’s technological advances. Can be used alongside the best-selling textbook Contemporary Strategy Analysis, 4th edition or as a stand-alone text due to its broad view. Cases include Madonna, The U.S airline industry, Wal-Mart, On-line broking strategies, Laura Ashley, Daimler, the Virgin Group, Eastman Kodak, Harley Davidson, The Royal Dutch/Shell Group, the Virgin Group and others.

Cases for Contemporary Strategy Analysis has been developed to accompany Grant's best-selling strategic management text, but can also be used alongside other strategy texts. New, in-depth international cases. Can be used alongside the best-selling textbook Contemporary Strategy Analysis or as a stand alone text due to its broad view. Cases include Laura Ashley, Daimler, the Virgin Group, Eastman Kodak, Harley Davidson, The Royal Dutch/Shell Group, Amazon.Com and others.