Strategic Management: Stages and Environmental Analysis
10 Questions
1 Views

Choose a study mode

Play Quiz
Study Flashcards
Spaced Repetition
Chat to Lesson

Podcast

Play an AI-generated podcast conversation about this lesson

Questions and Answers

What is the purpose of a SWOT analysis?

  • To create a vision and mission for the business
  • To conduct environmental scanning and analysis
  • To measure the goals and objectives of the business
  • To determine challenges and opportunities in the business environments (correct)

Who originated the SWOT analysis tool?

  • Peter Drucker
  • Albert S. Humphrey (correct)
  • Henry Mintzberg
  • Michael Porter

Which stage in strategic management involves ensuring clear vision, mission, and measurable goals?

  • Stage 4
  • Stage 3
  • Stage 2
  • Stage 1 (correct)

In what ways can a business apply a SWOT analysis?

<p>To study both internal and external environments (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Why is the SWOT analysis considered a useful tool for businesses?

<p>It helps in identifying opportunities and threats (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does a SWOT analysis help identify?

<p>Internal elements of the business (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is an example of a weakness in a SWOT analysis?

<p>Insufficient use of organisational resources (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

How are strengths and weaknesses different in a SWOT analysis?

<p>Strengths are positive factors, weaknesses are negative factors (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What should a business focus on when identifying opportunities in a SWOT analysis?

<p>External elements favorable for the business (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

How should a business address its weaknesses identified in a SWOT analysis?

<p>Take active steps to rectify them (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

More Like This

Use Quizgecko on...
Browser
Browser