WGU C483.

Planning - the conscious, systematic process of deciding what goals and activities a person, group, work unit, or organization will pursue in the future Situational Analysis (step 1 of planning) - A process planners use to gather, interpret, and summarize all information relevant to the planning issue under consideration Goal (step 2a) - A target or end that management desires to reach. Plans (step 2b) - The actions or means managers intend to use to achieve organizational goals. ...

WGU C483 Principles of Management - (Pre-Assessment) Industry and market analysis, competitor analysis, and social analysis are examples of which step in the strategic planning process? Analysis of external opportunities and threats Skilled management, positive cash flow, and well-known brands are examples of which component of the SWOT analysis? Strengths What denotes skills or expertise in an activity that constitutes the roots of competitiveness in an organization? Core competencies Ac...