CBA is one of the largest and most prominent financial institutions in Australia. Founded in 1911, it
Question:
CBA is one of the largest and most prominent financial institutions in Australia. Founded in 1911, it has a long history of serving the country's banking and financial needs. CBA operates a vast network of branches across Australia, making it accessible to a wide range of customers. The bank offers a comprehensive suite of financial products and services, including retail and business banking, wealth management, insurance, and institutional banking.
The banking industry, including CBA, faces challenges such as regulatory changes, technological disruptions, and economic fluctuations. Additionally, the industry has faced scrutiny for issues related to financial misconduct and customer treatment.
QUESTIONS
1. Give an introduction to the company, providing an overview of its scale (including revenue, staff size, etc.), historical background, industry context, and a brief mention of its competitors.
2. External analysis,
Use the Analysis Template below for this part of the analysis to do the External analysis, the template should include the below and indicate if the impact is high or low or moderate. Conduct a detailed PESTLE analysis and critically discuss your findings.
PESTLE element | Factors to consider | Trends and changes | Implications for the organisation | Impact |
3. Internal Analysis
You will need to use the analysis Template below for this part of the analysis to do the Internal analysis. You are required to apply the VRIN framework to identify resources and capabilities that could establish a lasting competitive edge. You need to discuss your findings critically.
Resource or capability | Valuable | Rare | Costly to imitate | Non-substitutable | Competitive consequence |
4. In the recommendation
The environmental analysis should capture TWO strengths, weaknesses, opportunities and threats. Offer recommendations and insights to the company's management regarding actions they can take in response to the significant findings revealed in the environmental analysis .
This section aims to consolidate the key points emerging from the environmental analysis (PESTLE and VRIN) and explore ways the company can address them. Therefore, the points indicated in the recommendations should logically link with your environmental analysis.
International Marketing And Export Management
ISBN: 9781292016924
8th Edition
Authors: Gerald Albaum , Alexander Josiassen , Edwin Duerr