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:
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Weaknesses: |
| External | Opportunities:
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Threats: |
Answer the following questions regarding your SWOT analysis:
1. How can weaknesses be converted into strengths?
2. Can strengths be used to overcome threats? How?
3. How can opportunities be maximized?
4. How can weaknesses be minimized?
