Strategic Management and Decision Making will equip students with the concepts, skills, and experience to make choices that will set their business apart from others, create unique value, and result in sustainable competitive advantage. The course will condense some 50 years of exceptional thinking into practical tools that can be applied to any business, illustrated by numerous contemporary examples. More importantly, students will develop practical skills of application, analysis, and decision-making through the use of case studies from multiple sectors and geographies. Finally, each day will include an interesting and challenging group activity designed to build valuable problem-solving and teamworking skills.
Course term: 121.07. - 01.08.
Available seats: 12
Price: 850 €
Category: Bussiness & Marketing
Status: Early Bird
Deadline: 30.04.2025
This course will suit students seeking to progress in management to positions where they can influence the strategy of the whole business, but it also has much to offer those seeking the insights to develop innovative solutions to complex questions facing businesses of any size.
Course is running: Monday - Friday, 9:00 - 14:00
Mike Robinson
CVUWE Bristol
Lecturer and Entrepreneur
Mike Robinson is a Senior Lecturer at UWE Bristol, where he teaches strategy, decision-making, and enterprise. Before joining UWE, he enjoyed a 35-year career across industry and local government. Most of this involved senior leadership and advisory roles in the aviation industry, where he worked for British Airways in the UK and Central Europe, before becoming Director of IATA’s Airline Consulting Practice in Geneva. Later establishing his own boutique advisory business, Mike has advised some 100 airlines, airports, and related businesses on all six continents, with projects ranging from start-up airlines, business clients as diverse as Airport Coordination, London Southend Airport, and Turkish Airlines.
The course will have three weighted points of assessment. Feedback will be provided on each element.
You will receive an official Certificate of Attendance upon completion of your course. Please inform the organizing staff if you require any extra supplements, such as Transcript of Records. The student is eligible to receive up to 5 ECTS credits, however please follow the instructions here and consult the acknowledgment process with your university in advance.
Course fee includes the course itself, application fee, study materials, afternoon/evening social activities and events, welcome and goodbye drink as part of the graduation party. Other expenses, such as meals, accommodation, insurance, personal expenses, public transportation ticket, extra activities (such as trips outside of town over the weekend and entrance fees), and required equipment (i.e. pencils, paper for illustrations) are not included in the price.
Please note, after the 30th of April 2025 there will be a late enrollment fee charged in the amount of 50EUR on top of the course fee.
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Digital Graphics
Amazing experience! This program was exactly what I was looking for as it offered the perfect balance between class and fun activities/excursions to ensure that we experienced all that Prague has to offer. I took the digital graphics class and cannot believe how much I learned in only two weeks. Highly recommend this opportunity to meet some amazing people, form lasting friendships, explore an enchanting city, and learn new skills!
Leadership Skills
2018
Have you always wanted to study abroad, but couldn't find the time nor resources for it? Then I think ESS is the perfect solution! In this two week program, I learned so much about myself, life, and Praha. Due to the well-structured program and communication with the activity leaders, you will have the feeling that you are on a holiday with friends whilst also being educated in things you are actually interested in. It was especially nice that you could take some time for yourself if you feel like it, although there is the possibility to participate the everyday activities. This overall experience has gotten a special place in my heart and I surely would recommend everyone (no matter what age or background) to attend such a summer course. Embrace life, educate yourself, and have an open mind!
Advertising and PR
My time at the ESS has been an amazing experience. The Advertising and PR course was both educational and fun. I thoroughly enjoyed exploring Prague on my own and during the fun activities planned by the organization. I met a lot of really nice people and would definitely recommend ESS to everyone looking for a great time.
