Theory refresher - business strategy - Part 1 - Strategic Options and Acquisitions Or Divestments
Taught by Stuart Murphy · AI tutor support included
Learn how to evaluate strategic options and acquisitions or divestments using the CIMA blueprint’s Core activity A. You’ll review competitive positioning, the choice between quality and cost strategies, and how to apply the SAF criteria: suitability, acceptability and feasibility.
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In this lesson
- 0:00 CIMA Core Activity Series Introduction
- 1:35 Strategic Options And Competitive Position
- 3:27 Evaluating Options With SAFE Criteria
- 5:00 Competing On Cost Or Quality
- 6:54 Acquisition And Divestment Analysis
- 8:00 Strategic Fit, Value And Integration
- 11:15 Applying Acquisition Analysis To Ben Wilson
- 13:11 Practice And Question Guidance
About this lesson
You’ll also explore strategic fit, valuation, synergies, integration costs, financing and clear recommendations in an exam-style context. Use the recap alongside the related mini mock to practise applying your knowledge to CIMA case study questions.
Duration: 14m
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