C/B/809. Dissertation. Strategic Management in Family Businesses

The dissertation investigates the features of strategic business management by family business owners. The review of academic literature touches upon the theory of strategic management, the issues of family businesses, small and medium enterprises (SME), etc. A hypothesis is developed about the relationship between the firm's recognition of the importance of strategic management and their actual intention to use it. Research methods include primary data analysis obtained through questionnaires, surveys and tests, and the analysis of secondary sources, both qualitative and quantitative. Conclusions are made about the correlation between business requirements and the interests of family related stakeholders in strategic planning.