Abstract
The student will be able to:
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differentiate between core competencies and key success factors;
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determine the competencies/capabilities needed for success in a value chain structure;
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identify distinctive competencies/capabilities from reproducible competencies/capabilities;
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distinguish between competencies and key success factors;
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understand process management as a concept and its application to value chain management;
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derive value drivers within the value chain context.
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Walters, D. (2002). Core Competencies, Key Success Factors, Value/Cost Drivers and Process Management. In: Operations Strategy. Palgrave, London. https://doi.org/10.1007/978-1-4039-1446-0_10
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