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Lesson 2: Dynamics of Strategic Planning and Strategy Change Cycle

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Define the Strategy Change Cycle.

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The Cycle is “a process strategy, processual model of decision-making, activity-based view of strategy, or just an approach to identify and respond to challenges” (Bryson, 2011, pp. 43-44).

What are the key purposes of the Strategy Change Cycle?

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The Cycle is intended to help organizations meet their mandates, fulfill their missions, and demonstrate public value.

What are the first three steps of the strategic planning process as described in the Strategy Change Cycle?

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Initiate and agree on a strategic planning process.
Identify organizational mandates.
Clarify organizational mission and values.

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