Business Strategy Certification • Module 3

Business Strategy in Practice

Management Case Study & Practical Analysis

This module brings the program together through a guided sports management case study. Participants examine a realistic situation, identify the main challenge, discuss possible solutions and evaluate management decisions with the support of the GISM professor.

Part of the Business Strategy Certification • Launching in 2027
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Module Overview

Apply Management Thinking to a Real Situation

This practical module gives participants an opportunity to connect management, leadership, problem-solving and decision-making concepts with a realistic sports organization scenario.

The goal is not to find one perfect answer, but to understand how managers analyze a situation, consider different options and explain the reasoning behind a decision.

Practical Experience

How the Case Study Works

Analyze & Discuss

  • Review the sports management scenario
  • Identify the central challenge
  • Consider different viewpoints
  • Discuss realistic response options

Decide & Reflect

  • Compare possible solutions
  • Explain the reasoning behind a decision
  • Consider possible consequences
  • Reflect with the professor and group
Learning Outcomes

By the End of This Module

  • Apply management concepts to a practical sports situation
  • Identify and analyze a management challenge
  • Compare possible solutions and explain a preferred approach
  • Connect leadership, critical thinking and decision-making in practice
Upcoming Program

Launching in 2027

This practical module is part of the Business Strategy Certification, scheduled to launch in 2027.

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