SWOT
SWOT Analysis
A SWOT analysis can help to identify internal and external factors that can help or hinder organization or program success. A SWOT analysis organizes the Strengths, Weaknesses, Opportunities, and Threats of an organization or program. The identification of weaknesses and threats indicates factors that have a negative impact to the organization or program and need to be addressed. Strengths and opportunities are factors that have a positive impact on the organization or program and should be maintained.
Directions: Complete the matrix for your practicum organization or program. After completing, answer the questions on page 2 of this document.
Positive Impact | Negative Impact | |
Internal | Strengths: | Weaknesses: |
External | Opportunities: | Threats: |
Answer the following questions regarding your SWOT analysis:
How can weaknesses be converted into strengths?
Can strengths be used to overcome threats? How?
How can opportunities be maximized?
How can weaknesses be minimized?