42 Questions
Which of the following is a management concept?
Vision/Mission Statements
What is the name of the matrix that assesses a company's internal strengths and weaknesses?
IFE Matrix
Which of the following is NOT a strategy model or process?
Financial Ratios
What is the name of the matrix that evaluates a company's external opportunities and threats?
EFE Matrix
Which company is listed as a USA-Based Service Company?
Dunkin’ Brands group, inc.
What is the name of the framework that helps companies analyze their competitive position?
Competitive Profile Matrix
Which of the following is a strategy type?
Strategies
What is the name of the analysis that helps companies identify their strengths and weaknesses?
SWOT Analysis
Which of the following is NOT a management concept?
Financial Ratios
What is the name of the framework that helps companies analyze their value creation process?
Value Chain Analysis
What is the stock symbol of Marriott International, Inc.?
MAR
Which company is categorized under US-Headquartered Manufacturing Firms and Food?
TSN
What is the stock symbol of GoPro, Inc.?
GPRO
Which company is categorized under Computers/Software?
AAPL
What is the stock symbol of The Priceline Group, Inc.?
PCLN
Which company is categorized under Nonprofit Organizations?
WWF
What is the stock symbol of Citigroup Inc.?
C
Which company is categorized under Airlines and Airfreight?
JBLU
What is the name of the airline company headquartered in Long Island City, New York?
JetBlue Airways Corporation
Which company is the world's second-largest processor and marketer of chicken, beef, and pork?
Tyson Foods Inc.
What is the name of the company that designs, manufactures, and markets all-electric cars and lithium batteries?
Tesla Motors Inc.
Which company is the largest wine producer in the world?
Constellation Brands Inc.
In which city is Arctic Cat Inc. headquartered?
Plymouth, Minnesota
What is the name of the company that develops and produces sportswear, sports cameras, and accessories?
GoPro Inc.
Which company operates through two segments: Citicorp and Citi Holdings?
Citi
What is the name of the company that is a global delivery services company?
FedEx Corporation
Which of the following universities is not located in the United States?
University of Hong Kong
What is the primary learning vehicle used in most strategic-management classes?
Case analysis
In which of the following countries is this textbook NOT widely used?
France
Which of the following universities has multiple campuses mentioned in the list?
Troy University
How many reasons are mentioned for case analysis being the primary learning vehicle?
5
Which of the following is NOT a university mentioned in the list?
Rose
What is the purpose of the case rationale mentioned in the text?
To explain the importance of case analysis
In which country is the University of Findlay located?
United States
What is included in every case in the textbook?
The company's by-segment revenue breakdown, organizational chart, and financial statements
What is the approach of the cases in the textbook?
Total-firm, multifunctional approach
What is the purpose of the end-of-chapter mini-cases?
To apply chapter concepts
What is unique about the coverage of business ethics in this textbook?
It is covered more extensively than in any other strategic management textbook
What global/international issues are covered in the textbook?
Business culture, practice, taxes, tariffs, political stability, and economic conditions
What is the writing style of the textbook?
Conversational and concise
What is the purpose of the hundreds of current examples in the textbook?
To arouse and maintain the reader's interest
What is the focus of the textbook's coverage of strategic management?
Total-firm, multifunctional approach
Study Notes
Dunkin' Brands Group and Krispy Kreme Doughnuts
- Dunkin' Brands Group, Inc. (DNKN) is a US-based company.
- Krispy Kreme Doughnuts, Inc. (KKD) is also a US-based company.
Lodging and Movies
- Marriott International, Inc. (MAR) is a US-based company.
- Wynn Resorts Limited (WYNN) is a US-based company.
- Cinemark Holdings, Inc. (CNK) is a US-based company in the movie industry.
Internet-Based Companies
- Facebook, Inc. (FB) is a US-based internet company.
- Zynga, Inc. (ZNGA) is a US-based internet company.
- The Priceline Group, Inc. (PCLN) is a US-based internet company.
Stores and Banks
- The TJX Companies, Inc. (TJX) is a US-based retail company.
- Tiffany & Company (TIF) is a US-based luxury jewelry and specialty retailer.
- Citigroup Inc. (C) is a US-based multinational banking corporation.
Airlines and Airfreight
- JetBlue Airways Corporation (JBLU) is a US-based passenger airline company.
- FedEx Corporation (FDX) is a US-based global delivery services company.
US-Headquartered Manufacturing Firms
- Food
- Tyson Foods, Inc. (TSN) is a US-based food processing company.
- Constellation Brands Inc. (STZ) is a US-based wine producer and distributor.
Leisure Sports
- GoPro, Inc. (GPRO) is a US-based sports camera and accessories company.
- Arctic Cat Inc. (ACAT) is a US-based snowmobile and all-terrain vehicle manufacturer.
Automobiles and Motorcycles
- Tesla Motors, Inc. (TSLA) is a US-based electric car manufacturer.
- Ford Motor Company (F) is a US-based multinational automaker.
- Harley-Davidson, Inc. (HOG) is a US-based motorcycle manufacturer.
Computers/Software
- Apple Inc. (AAPL) is a US-based technology company.
- International Business Machines Corporation (IBM) is a US-based multinational technology company.
Personal Products
- TASER International, Inc. (TASR) is a US-based manufacturer of electronic control devices.
- Revlon, Inc. (REV) is a US-based cosmetics and beauty products company.
Nonprofit Organizations
- World Relief is a nonprofit organization.
- World Wildlife Fund for Nature (WWF) is a nonprofit organization.
Outside-USA Headquartered Firms
- Michael Kors Holdings Ltd. (KORS) is a Hong Kong-based fashion company.
- SABMiller plc (SAB) is a UK-based multinational brewing and beverage company.
- Gruma S.A.B.de C.V. (GMK) is a Mexican multinational food company.
- Restaurant Brands International, Inc. (QSR) is a Canadian multinational company.
Case Rationale
- Case analysis is a primary learning vehicle used in most strategic management classes.
- There are five important reasons for using case analysis.
- Concepts by Cases Matrix is a tool used to analyze cases.
Preface
- This textbook is trusted across five continents to provide managers with the latest skills and concepts needed to effectively formulate and implement a strategic plan.
- The textbook covers business ethics, social responsibility, and sustainability.
- The textbook offers more coverage of global/international issues than any other strategic management textbook.
Sample of Countries Outside the United States
- This textbook is widely used in many countries outside the United States, including Mexico, China, Japan, Australia, Singapore, Canada, Indonesia, Pakistan, Iran, Kenya, Congo, Hong Kong, India, England, Argentina, Ecuador, Zambia, Guam, Italy, Cyprus, Colombia, Philippines, South Africa, Peru, Turkey, Malaysia, and Egypt.
This quiz covers various companies and their stock market information, including companies from different industries such as food, lodging, internet, and stores. Identify the companies and their corresponding stock market numbers.
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