The Management course aims at:
1) Reading and interpreting business operations in today's world;
2) Knowing and discussing the basic processes of business management;
3) Knowing and applying the tools for the analysis of the evolution of the competitive environment in which companies operate;
4) Knowing and applying the basic operational tools to take managerial decisions;
5) Developing the proper knowledge to further deepen specific managerial processes in the next future.
To achieve these goals, the course uses active and interactive teaching. Interactive participation is strongly recommended.
1) Reading and interpreting business operations in today's world;
2) Knowing and discussing the basic processes of business management;
3) Knowing and applying the tools for the analysis of the evolution of the competitive environment in which companies operate;
4) Knowing and applying the basic operational tools to take managerial decisions;
5) Developing the proper knowledge to further deepen specific managerial processes in the next future.
To achieve these goals, the course uses active and interactive teaching. Interactive participation is strongly recommended.
Curriculum
teacher profile teaching materials
1) The firm and strategy
2) Business management functions
3) Operational management
Specifically, the course covers:
The firm, its functions, and objectives;
The firm and its competitive and institutional environment (industry, market, civil society, institutions);
Stakeholders and corporate social responsibility;
Entrepreneurial purposes and the evolution of business models;
Strategic management: industry and competitive analysis, sectoral evolution, and competitive structures;
The analysis of resources and capabilities and the sources of competitive advantage, with particular attention to the impact of digital technologies and artificial intelligence;
Business growth, multibusiness models, and diversification strategies;
Transformations linked to innovation and the digitalization of business processes, work organization, and inclusion as a driver of growth;
Business management functions: general management, planning and control, human resource management, information systems, and knowledge management;
Operational management: marketing, production, finance, logistics and supply chain management, technological and product innovation, administration;
Challenges related to environmental, social, and governance (ESG) sustainability and the design of impact-oriented strategies.
All teaching materials are available in the official course syllabus published on the University.
Attending students
Sciarelli, La gestione dell’impresa. Tra teoria e pratica aziendale
Materials shared on the virtual classroom (Microsoft Teams)
Lecture notes
Non-attending students
Sciarelli, La gestione dell’impresa. Tra teoria e pratica aziendale
Materials shared on the virtual classroom (Microsoft Teams)
Students interested in further exploring the topics covered in the course are invited to meet the instructor during office hours.
Programme
The course is structured in three parts:1) The firm and strategy
2) Business management functions
3) Operational management
Specifically, the course covers:
The firm, its functions, and objectives;
The firm and its competitive and institutional environment (industry, market, civil society, institutions);
Stakeholders and corporate social responsibility;
Entrepreneurial purposes and the evolution of business models;
Strategic management: industry and competitive analysis, sectoral evolution, and competitive structures;
The analysis of resources and capabilities and the sources of competitive advantage, with particular attention to the impact of digital technologies and artificial intelligence;
Business growth, multibusiness models, and diversification strategies;
Transformations linked to innovation and the digitalization of business processes, work organization, and inclusion as a driver of growth;
Business management functions: general management, planning and control, human resource management, information systems, and knowledge management;
Operational management: marketing, production, finance, logistics and supply chain management, technological and product innovation, administration;
Challenges related to environmental, social, and governance (ESG) sustainability and the design of impact-oriented strategies.
All teaching materials are available in the official course syllabus published on the University.
Core Documentation
ReadingsAttending students
Sciarelli, La gestione dell’impresa. Tra teoria e pratica aziendale
Materials shared on the virtual classroom (Microsoft Teams)
Lecture notes
Non-attending students
Sciarelli, La gestione dell’impresa. Tra teoria e pratica aziendale
Materials shared on the virtual classroom (Microsoft Teams)
Students interested in further exploring the topics covered in the course are invited to meet the instructor during office hours.
Reference Bibliography
Sciarelli, S., La gestione dell’impresa. Tra teoria e pratica aziendale, latest available edition. Materials shared by the instructor on the virtual classroom (Microsoft Teams) and lecture notes. Additional texts and articles for further study will be indicated by the instructor during the course and made available on the virtual classroom.Attendance
Regular attendance and active participation are strongly recommended.Type of evaluation
The final assessment aims to evaluate the level of knowledge acquired on the course content and the ability to apply models and tools of business economics and management. Attending students Final written exam (1.5 hours): it could consist of multiple-choice questions, short open-ended questions, and exercises. Integrative activities: 1) Group project: allows students to earn up to 3 additional points. 2) Short in-class tests: carried out during the semester, allow students to earn up to 2 additional points in total. The maximum additional score achievable through integrative activities is +5 points. Oral exam: optional, upon request of the student or the instructor, with the possibility of adjusting the final grade by ±2 points. Note on in-class tests: tests are administered exclusively during class sessions; no make-up sessions are offered. In case of absence from one or more tests, the student may still take the exam as an attending student, but the additional score will be reduced proportionally. Non-attending students Final written exam (1.5 hours): structured in the same way as for attending students. Oral exam: mandatory, aimed at verifying critical understanding of the topics covered and the ability to establish connections between the different parts of the program. Official exam sessions: Registration for exam sessions is exclusively through the Gomp portal; students must present a valid ID to be admitted. Without online registration, students will not be admitted to the exam. Recording of grades: Grades may be recorded in the presence of the student (with communication in class or on the course website) or through the “silence/assent” procedure. In this latter case, grades are communicated via Gomp and/or the institutional email account, together with the date set for exam review and grade recording. Students have 7 days to decline the grade; if no communication is received, the grade will be automatically recorded. Missed exam sessions: Article 14, paragraph 7 of the University Didactic Regulations (“salto d’appello”) applies to students who register for an exam session and fail to attend. teacher profile teaching materials
1) The firm and strategy
2) Business management functions
3) Operational management
Specifically, the course covers:
The firm, its functions, and objectives;
The firm and its competitive and institutional environment (industry, market, civil society, institutions);
Stakeholders and corporate social responsibility;
Entrepreneurial purposes and the evolution of business models;
Strategic management: industry and competitive analysis, sectoral evolution, and competitive structures;
The analysis of resources and capabilities and the sources of competitive advantage, with particular attention to the impact of digital technologies and artificial intelligence;
Business growth, multibusiness models, and diversification strategies;
Transformations linked to innovation and the digitalization of business processes, work organization, and inclusion as a driver of growth;
Business management functions: general management, planning and control, human resource management, information systems, and knowledge management;
Operational management: marketing, production, finance, logistics and supply chain management, technological and product innovation, administration;
Challenges related to environmental, social, and governance (ESG) sustainability and the design of impact-oriented strategies.
All teaching materials are available in the official course syllabus published on the University.
Attending students
Sciarelli, La gestione dell’impresa. Tra teoria e pratica aziendale
Materials shared on the virtual classroom (Microsoft Teams)
Lecture notes
Non-attending students
Sciarelli, La gestione dell’impresa. Tra teoria e pratica aziendale
Materials shared on the virtual classroom (Microsoft Teams)
Students interested in further exploring the topics covered in the course are invited to meet the instructor during office hours.
Programme
The course is structured in three parts:1) The firm and strategy
2) Business management functions
3) Operational management
Specifically, the course covers:
The firm, its functions, and objectives;
The firm and its competitive and institutional environment (industry, market, civil society, institutions);
Stakeholders and corporate social responsibility;
Entrepreneurial purposes and the evolution of business models;
Strategic management: industry and competitive analysis, sectoral evolution, and competitive structures;
The analysis of resources and capabilities and the sources of competitive advantage, with particular attention to the impact of digital technologies and artificial intelligence;
Business growth, multibusiness models, and diversification strategies;
Transformations linked to innovation and the digitalization of business processes, work organization, and inclusion as a driver of growth;
Business management functions: general management, planning and control, human resource management, information systems, and knowledge management;
Operational management: marketing, production, finance, logistics and supply chain management, technological and product innovation, administration;
Challenges related to environmental, social, and governance (ESG) sustainability and the design of impact-oriented strategies.
All teaching materials are available in the official course syllabus published on the University.
Core Documentation
ReadingsAttending students
Sciarelli, La gestione dell’impresa. Tra teoria e pratica aziendale
Materials shared on the virtual classroom (Microsoft Teams)
Lecture notes
Non-attending students
Sciarelli, La gestione dell’impresa. Tra teoria e pratica aziendale
Materials shared on the virtual classroom (Microsoft Teams)
Students interested in further exploring the topics covered in the course are invited to meet the instructor during office hours.
Reference Bibliography
Sciarelli, S., La gestione dell’impresa. Tra teoria e pratica aziendale, latest available edition. Materials shared by the instructor on the virtual classroom (Microsoft Teams) and lecture notes. Additional texts and articles for further study will be indicated by the instructor during the course and made available on the virtual classroom.Attendance
Regular attendance and active participation are strongly recommended.Type of evaluation
The final assessment aims to evaluate the level of knowledge acquired on the course content and the ability to apply models and tools of business economics and management. Attending students Final written exam (1.5 hours): it could consist of multiple-choice questions, short open-ended questions, and exercises. Integrative activities: 1) Group project: allows students to earn up to 3 additional points. 2) Short in-class tests: carried out during the semester, allow students to earn up to 2 additional points in total. The maximum additional score achievable through integrative activities is +5 points. Oral exam: optional, upon request of the student or the instructor, with the possibility of adjusting the final grade by ±2 points. Note on in-class tests: tests are administered exclusively during class sessions; no make-up sessions are offered. In case of absence from one or more tests, the student may still take the exam as an attending student, but the additional score will be reduced proportionally. Non-attending students Final written exam (1.5 hours): structured in the same way as for attending students. Oral exam: mandatory, aimed at verifying critical understanding of the topics covered and the ability to establish connections between the different parts of the program. Official exam sessions: Registration for exam sessions is exclusively through the Gomp portal; students must present a valid ID to be admitted. Without online registration, students will not be admitted to the exam. Recording of grades: Grades may be recorded in the presence of the student (with communication in class or on the course website) or through the “silence/assent” procedure. In this latter case, grades are communicated via Gomp and/or the institutional email account, together with the date set for exam review and grade recording. Students have 7 days to decline the grade; if no communication is received, the grade will be automatically recorded. Missed exam sessions: Article 14, paragraph 7 of the University Didactic Regulations (“salto d’appello”) applies to students who register for an exam session and fail to attend. teacher profile teaching materials
1) The firm and strategy
2) Business management functions
3) Operational management
Specifically, the course covers:
The firm, its functions, and objectives;
The firm and its competitive and institutional environment (industry, market, civil society, institutions);
Stakeholders and corporate social responsibility;
Entrepreneurial purposes and the evolution of business models;
Strategic management: industry and competitive analysis, sectoral evolution, and competitive structures;
The analysis of resources and capabilities and the sources of competitive advantage, with particular attention to the impact of digital technologies and artificial intelligence;
Business growth, multibusiness models, and diversification strategies;
Transformations linked to innovation and the digitalization of business processes, work organization, and inclusion as a driver of growth;
Business management functions: general management, planning and control, human resource management, information systems, and knowledge management;
Operational management: marketing, production, finance, logistics and supply chain management, technological and product innovation, administration;
Challenges related to environmental, social, and governance (ESG) sustainability and the design of impact-oriented strategies.
All teaching materials are available in the official course syllabus published on the University.
Attending students
Sciarelli, La gestione dell’impresa. Tra teoria e pratica aziendale
Materials shared on the virtual classroom (Microsoft Teams)
Lecture notes
Non-attending students
Sciarelli, La gestione dell’impresa. Tra teoria e pratica aziendale
Materials shared on the virtual classroom (Microsoft Teams)
Students interested in further exploring the topics covered in the course are invited to meet the instructor during office hours.
Programme
The course is structured in three parts:1) The firm and strategy
2) Business management functions
3) Operational management
Specifically, the course covers:
The firm, its functions, and objectives;
The firm and its competitive and institutional environment (industry, market, civil society, institutions);
Stakeholders and corporate social responsibility;
Entrepreneurial purposes and the evolution of business models;
Strategic management: industry and competitive analysis, sectoral evolution, and competitive structures;
The analysis of resources and capabilities and the sources of competitive advantage, with particular attention to the impact of digital technologies and artificial intelligence;
Business growth, multibusiness models, and diversification strategies;
Transformations linked to innovation and the digitalization of business processes, work organization, and inclusion as a driver of growth;
Business management functions: general management, planning and control, human resource management, information systems, and knowledge management;
Operational management: marketing, production, finance, logistics and supply chain management, technological and product innovation, administration;
Challenges related to environmental, social, and governance (ESG) sustainability and the design of impact-oriented strategies.
All teaching materials are available in the official course syllabus published on the University.
Core Documentation
ReadingsAttending students
Sciarelli, La gestione dell’impresa. Tra teoria e pratica aziendale
Materials shared on the virtual classroom (Microsoft Teams)
Lecture notes
Non-attending students
Sciarelli, La gestione dell’impresa. Tra teoria e pratica aziendale
Materials shared on the virtual classroom (Microsoft Teams)
Students interested in further exploring the topics covered in the course are invited to meet the instructor during office hours.
Reference Bibliography
Sciarelli, S., La gestione dell’impresa. Tra teoria e pratica aziendale, latest available edition. Materials shared by the instructor on the virtual classroom (Microsoft Teams) and lecture notes. Additional texts and articles for further study will be indicated by the instructor during the course and made available on the virtual classroom.Attendance
Regular attendance and active participation are strongly recommended.Type of evaluation
The final assessment aims to evaluate the level of knowledge acquired on the course content and the ability to apply models and tools of business economics and management. Attending students Final written exam (1.5 hours): it could consist of multiple-choice questions, short open-ended questions, and exercises. Integrative activities: 1) Group project: allows students to earn up to 3 additional points. 2) Short in-class tests: carried out during the semester, allow students to earn up to 2 additional points in total. The maximum additional score achievable through integrative activities is +5 points. Oral exam: optional, upon request of the student or the instructor, with the possibility of adjusting the final grade by ±2 points. Note on in-class tests: tests are administered exclusively during class sessions; no make-up sessions are offered. In case of absence from one or more tests, the student may still take the exam as an attending student, but the additional score will be reduced proportionally. Non-attending students Final written exam (1.5 hours): structured in the same way as for attending students. Oral exam: mandatory, aimed at verifying critical understanding of the topics covered and the ability to establish connections between the different parts of the program. Official exam sessions: Registration for exam sessions is exclusively through the Gomp portal; students must present a valid ID to be admitted. Without online registration, students will not be admitted to the exam. Recording of grades: Grades may be recorded in the presence of the student (with communication in class or on the course website) or through the “silence/assent” procedure. In this latter case, grades are communicated via Gomp and/or the institutional email account, together with the date set for exam review and grade recording. Students have 7 days to decline the grade; if no communication is received, the grade will be automatically recorded. Missed exam sessions: Article 14, paragraph 7 of the University Didactic Regulations (“salto d’appello”) applies to students who register for an exam session and fail to attend. teacher profile teaching materials
1) The firm and strategy
2) Business management functions
3) Operational management
Specifically, the course covers:
The firm, its functions, and objectives;
The firm and its competitive and institutional environment (industry, market, civil society, institutions);
Stakeholders and corporate social responsibility;
Entrepreneurial purposes and the evolution of business models;
Strategic management: industry and competitive analysis, sectoral evolution, and competitive structures;
The analysis of resources and capabilities and the sources of competitive advantage, with particular attention to the impact of digital technologies and artificial intelligence;
Business growth, multibusiness models, and diversification strategies;
Transformations linked to innovation and the digitalization of business processes, work organization, and inclusion as a driver of growth;
Business management functions: general management, planning and control, human resource management, information systems, and knowledge management;
Operational management: marketing, production, finance, logistics and supply chain management, technological and product innovation, administration;
Challenges related to environmental, social, and governance (ESG) sustainability and the design of impact-oriented strategies.
All teaching materials are available in the official course syllabus published on the University.
Attending students
Sciarelli, La gestione dell’impresa. Tra teoria e pratica aziendale
Materials shared on the virtual classroom (Microsoft Teams)
Lecture notes
Non-attending students
Sciarelli, La gestione dell’impresa. Tra teoria e pratica aziendale
Materials shared on the virtual classroom (Microsoft Teams)
Students interested in further exploring the topics covered in the course are invited to meet the instructor during office hours.
Programme
The course is structured in three parts:1) The firm and strategy
2) Business management functions
3) Operational management
Specifically, the course covers:
The firm, its functions, and objectives;
The firm and its competitive and institutional environment (industry, market, civil society, institutions);
Stakeholders and corporate social responsibility;
Entrepreneurial purposes and the evolution of business models;
Strategic management: industry and competitive analysis, sectoral evolution, and competitive structures;
The analysis of resources and capabilities and the sources of competitive advantage, with particular attention to the impact of digital technologies and artificial intelligence;
Business growth, multibusiness models, and diversification strategies;
Transformations linked to innovation and the digitalization of business processes, work organization, and inclusion as a driver of growth;
Business management functions: general management, planning and control, human resource management, information systems, and knowledge management;
Operational management: marketing, production, finance, logistics and supply chain management, technological and product innovation, administration;
Challenges related to environmental, social, and governance (ESG) sustainability and the design of impact-oriented strategies.
All teaching materials are available in the official course syllabus published on the University.
Core Documentation
ReadingsAttending students
Sciarelli, La gestione dell’impresa. Tra teoria e pratica aziendale
Materials shared on the virtual classroom (Microsoft Teams)
Lecture notes
Non-attending students
Sciarelli, La gestione dell’impresa. Tra teoria e pratica aziendale
Materials shared on the virtual classroom (Microsoft Teams)
Students interested in further exploring the topics covered in the course are invited to meet the instructor during office hours.
Reference Bibliography
Sciarelli, S., La gestione dell’impresa. Tra teoria e pratica aziendale, latest available edition. Materials shared by the instructor on the virtual classroom (Microsoft Teams) and lecture notes. Additional texts and articles for further study will be indicated by the instructor during the course and made available on the virtual classroom.Attendance
Regular attendance and active participation are strongly recommended.Type of evaluation
The final assessment aims to evaluate the level of knowledge acquired on the course content and the ability to apply models and tools of business economics and management. Attending students Final written exam (1.5 hours): it could consist of multiple-choice questions, short open-ended questions, and exercises. Integrative activities: 1) Group project: allows students to earn up to 3 additional points. 2) Short in-class tests: carried out during the semester, allow students to earn up to 2 additional points in total. The maximum additional score achievable through integrative activities is +5 points. Oral exam: optional, upon request of the student or the instructor, with the possibility of adjusting the final grade by ±2 points. Note on in-class tests: tests are administered exclusively during class sessions; no make-up sessions are offered. In case of absence from one or more tests, the student may still take the exam as an attending student, but the additional score will be reduced proportionally. Non-attending students Final written exam (1.5 hours): structured in the same way as for attending students. Oral exam: mandatory, aimed at verifying critical understanding of the topics covered and the ability to establish connections between the different parts of the program. Official exam sessions: Registration for exam sessions is exclusively through the Gomp portal; students must present a valid ID to be admitted. Without online registration, students will not be admitted to the exam. Recording of grades: Grades may be recorded in the presence of the student (with communication in class or on the course website) or through the “silence/assent” procedure. In this latter case, grades are communicated via Gomp and/or the institutional email account, together with the date set for exam review and grade recording. Students have 7 days to decline the grade; if no communication is received, the grade will be automatically recorded. Missed exam sessions: Article 14, paragraph 7 of the University Didactic Regulations (“salto d’appello”) applies to students who register for an exam session and fail to attend. teacher profile teaching materials
1) The firm and strategy
2) Business management functions
3) Operational management
Specifically, the course covers:
The firm, its functions, and objectives;
The firm and its competitive and institutional environment (industry, market, civil society, institutions);
Stakeholders and corporate social responsibility;
Entrepreneurial purposes and the evolution of business models;
Strategic management: industry and competitive analysis, sectoral evolution, and competitive structures;
The analysis of resources and capabilities and the sources of competitive advantage, with particular attention to the impact of digital technologies and artificial intelligence;
Business growth, multibusiness models, and diversification strategies;
Transformations linked to innovation and the digitalization of business processes, work organization, and inclusion as a driver of growth;
Business management functions: general management, planning and control, human resource management, information systems, and knowledge management;
Operational management: marketing, production, finance, logistics and supply chain management, technological and product innovation, administration;
Challenges related to environmental, social, and governance (ESG) sustainability and the design of impact-oriented strategies.
All teaching materials are available in the official course syllabus published on the University.
Attending students
Sciarelli, La gestione dell’impresa. Tra teoria e pratica aziendale
Materials shared on the virtual classroom (Microsoft Teams)
Lecture notes
Non-attending students
Sciarelli, La gestione dell’impresa. Tra teoria e pratica aziendale
Materials shared on the virtual classroom (Microsoft Teams)
Students interested in further exploring the topics covered in the course are invited to meet the instructor during office hours.
Programme
The course is structured in three parts:1) The firm and strategy
2) Business management functions
3) Operational management
Specifically, the course covers:
The firm, its functions, and objectives;
The firm and its competitive and institutional environment (industry, market, civil society, institutions);
Stakeholders and corporate social responsibility;
Entrepreneurial purposes and the evolution of business models;
Strategic management: industry and competitive analysis, sectoral evolution, and competitive structures;
The analysis of resources and capabilities and the sources of competitive advantage, with particular attention to the impact of digital technologies and artificial intelligence;
Business growth, multibusiness models, and diversification strategies;
Transformations linked to innovation and the digitalization of business processes, work organization, and inclusion as a driver of growth;
Business management functions: general management, planning and control, human resource management, information systems, and knowledge management;
Operational management: marketing, production, finance, logistics and supply chain management, technological and product innovation, administration;
Challenges related to environmental, social, and governance (ESG) sustainability and the design of impact-oriented strategies.
All teaching materials are available in the official course syllabus published on the University.
Core Documentation
ReadingsAttending students
Sciarelli, La gestione dell’impresa. Tra teoria e pratica aziendale
Materials shared on the virtual classroom (Microsoft Teams)
Lecture notes
Non-attending students
Sciarelli, La gestione dell’impresa. Tra teoria e pratica aziendale
Materials shared on the virtual classroom (Microsoft Teams)
Students interested in further exploring the topics covered in the course are invited to meet the instructor during office hours.
Reference Bibliography
Sciarelli, S., La gestione dell’impresa. Tra teoria e pratica aziendale, latest available edition. Materials shared by the instructor on the virtual classroom (Microsoft Teams) and lecture notes. Additional texts and articles for further study will be indicated by the instructor during the course and made available on the virtual classroom.Attendance
Regular attendance and active participation are strongly recommended.Type of evaluation
The final assessment aims to evaluate the level of knowledge acquired on the course content and the ability to apply models and tools of business economics and management. Attending students Final written exam (1.5 hours): it could consist of multiple-choice questions, short open-ended questions, and exercises. Integrative activities: 1) Group project: allows students to earn up to 3 additional points. 2) Short in-class tests: carried out during the semester, allow students to earn up to 2 additional points in total. The maximum additional score achievable through integrative activities is +5 points. Oral exam: optional, upon request of the student or the instructor, with the possibility of adjusting the final grade by ±2 points. Note on in-class tests: tests are administered exclusively during class sessions; no make-up sessions are offered. In case of absence from one or more tests, the student may still take the exam as an attending student, but the additional score will be reduced proportionally. Non-attending students Final written exam (1.5 hours): structured in the same way as for attending students. Oral exam: mandatory, aimed at verifying critical understanding of the topics covered and the ability to establish connections between the different parts of the program. Official exam sessions: Registration for exam sessions is exclusively through the Gomp portal; students must present a valid ID to be admitted. Without online registration, students will not be admitted to the exam. Recording of grades: Grades may be recorded in the presence of the student (with communication in class or on the course website) or through the “silence/assent” procedure. In this latter case, grades are communicated via Gomp and/or the institutional email account, together with the date set for exam review and grade recording. Students have 7 days to decline the grade; if no communication is received, the grade will be automatically recorded. Missed exam sessions: Article 14, paragraph 7 of the University Didactic Regulations (“salto d’appello”) applies to students who register for an exam session and fail to attend. teacher profile teaching materials
1) The firm and strategy
2) Business management functions
3) Operational management
Specifically, the course covers:
The firm, its functions, and objectives;
The firm and its competitive and institutional environment (industry, market, civil society, institutions);
Stakeholders and corporate social responsibility;
Entrepreneurial purposes and the evolution of business models;
Strategic management: industry and competitive analysis, sectoral evolution, and competitive structures;
The analysis of resources and capabilities and the sources of competitive advantage, with particular attention to the impact of digital technologies and artificial intelligence;
Business growth, multibusiness models, and diversification strategies;
Transformations linked to innovation and the digitalization of business processes, work organization, and inclusion as a driver of growth;
Business management functions: general management, planning and control, human resource management, information systems, and knowledge management;
Operational management: marketing, production, finance, logistics and supply chain management, technological and product innovation, administration;
Challenges related to environmental, social, and governance (ESG) sustainability and the design of impact-oriented strategies.
All teaching materials are available in the official course syllabus published on the University.
Attending students
Sciarelli, La gestione dell’impresa. Tra teoria e pratica aziendale
Materials shared on the virtual classroom (Microsoft Teams)
Lecture notes
Non-attending students
Sciarelli, La gestione dell’impresa. Tra teoria e pratica aziendale
Materials shared on the virtual classroom (Microsoft Teams)
Students interested in further exploring the topics covered in the course are invited to meet the instructor during office hours.
Programme
The course is structured in three parts:1) The firm and strategy
2) Business management functions
3) Operational management
Specifically, the course covers:
The firm, its functions, and objectives;
The firm and its competitive and institutional environment (industry, market, civil society, institutions);
Stakeholders and corporate social responsibility;
Entrepreneurial purposes and the evolution of business models;
Strategic management: industry and competitive analysis, sectoral evolution, and competitive structures;
The analysis of resources and capabilities and the sources of competitive advantage, with particular attention to the impact of digital technologies and artificial intelligence;
Business growth, multibusiness models, and diversification strategies;
Transformations linked to innovation and the digitalization of business processes, work organization, and inclusion as a driver of growth;
Business management functions: general management, planning and control, human resource management, information systems, and knowledge management;
Operational management: marketing, production, finance, logistics and supply chain management, technological and product innovation, administration;
Challenges related to environmental, social, and governance (ESG) sustainability and the design of impact-oriented strategies.
All teaching materials are available in the official course syllabus published on the University.
Core Documentation
ReadingsAttending students
Sciarelli, La gestione dell’impresa. Tra teoria e pratica aziendale
Materials shared on the virtual classroom (Microsoft Teams)
Lecture notes
Non-attending students
Sciarelli, La gestione dell’impresa. Tra teoria e pratica aziendale
Materials shared on the virtual classroom (Microsoft Teams)
Students interested in further exploring the topics covered in the course are invited to meet the instructor during office hours.
Reference Bibliography
Sciarelli, S., La gestione dell’impresa. Tra teoria e pratica aziendale, latest available edition. Materials shared by the instructor on the virtual classroom (Microsoft Teams) and lecture notes. Additional texts and articles for further study will be indicated by the instructor during the course and made available on the virtual classroom.Attendance
Regular attendance and active participation are strongly recommended.Type of evaluation
The final assessment aims to evaluate the level of knowledge acquired on the course content and the ability to apply models and tools of business economics and management. Attending students Final written exam (1.5 hours): it could consist of multiple-choice questions, short open-ended questions, and exercises. Integrative activities: 1) Group project: allows students to earn up to 3 additional points. 2) Short in-class tests: carried out during the semester, allow students to earn up to 2 additional points in total. The maximum additional score achievable through integrative activities is +5 points. Oral exam: optional, upon request of the student or the instructor, with the possibility of adjusting the final grade by ±2 points. Note on in-class tests: tests are administered exclusively during class sessions; no make-up sessions are offered. In case of absence from one or more tests, the student may still take the exam as an attending student, but the additional score will be reduced proportionally. Non-attending students Final written exam (1.5 hours): structured in the same way as for attending students. Oral exam: mandatory, aimed at verifying critical understanding of the topics covered and the ability to establish connections between the different parts of the program. Official exam sessions: Registration for exam sessions is exclusively through the Gomp portal; students must present a valid ID to be admitted. Without online registration, students will not be admitted to the exam. Recording of grades: Grades may be recorded in the presence of the student (with communication in class or on the course website) or through the “silence/assent” procedure. In this latter case, grades are communicated via Gomp and/or the institutional email account, together with the date set for exam review and grade recording. Students have 7 days to decline the grade; if no communication is received, the grade will be automatically recorded. Missed exam sessions: Article 14, paragraph 7 of the University Didactic Regulations (“salto d’appello”) applies to students who register for an exam session and fail to attend.