The formulation and implementation of strategy is vital to the success in today?s business world. This course analyzes the strategy formulation process and the decision making process required for strategy implementation. Strategy planning, formulation, translation, feedback and evaluation are explored as well as the process of making effective decisions involving the long-term success of hospitality and tourism organizations. Topics include the principles of strategy formulation, factors effecting effective strategy implementation, criteria for success, measurement, and the tenets of effective decision-making within hospitality and tourism service organizations.