Business Dynamics
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Description
Objectives
This course introduces you to system dynamics modeling for the analysis of business policy and strategy. The principal purpose of modeling is to improve our understanding of the ways in which an organization's performance is related to its internal structure and operating policies as well as those of customers, competitors, suppliers and other stakeholders. You will learn to visualize a business organization in terms of the structures and policies that create dynamics and regulate performance. You will also learn to recognize and deal with situations where policy interventions are likely to be delayed, diluted, or defeated by unanticipated reactions and side effects. You will have a chance to use state of the art software for computer simulation and gaming. Assignments give hands-on experience in developing and testing computer simulation
Grading
Assignments (5 highest grades – 10% each): 50%
Final exam: 50%
Each assignment is graded on a 10-point scale. Two points will be forfeited for assignments handed in late. Assignments handed in more than 1 class late will receive no credit. This policy will be strictly enforced.
Textbook
Sterman, J. (2000). Business Dynamics: Systems Thinking and Modeling for a Complex World (Text and CD-ROM). Irwin/McGraw Hill. ISBN 0-07-238915X.
Education
- Master of Arts in Economics and Communication in Public Management and Policy, Elective course, Specialization in Public Communication and Management, 2nd year
- Master of Science in Economics in Management, Core course, Fundamental knowledges, 2nd year
- Master of Science in Management and Informatics, Elective course, Lecture, 2nd year
