7.9. Review Exercises
Interactive Questions
Short Questions
- Define strategic analysis in the context of nutrition professionals and organizations.
- Explain the difference between internal and external factors in a nutrition organization’s strategic environment. Provide an example of each.
- Describe the four components of a SWOT analysis and provide an example of each component in the context of a nutrition organization.
- What are the limitations of SWOT analysis and why is it important to use other strategic analysis tools alongside it?
- Outline the strategic management process and explain the importance of environmental scanning in this process.
- Differentiate between vision and mission statements and discuss how they contribute to the strategic management process.
Descriptive Question
- Explain the SMART framework for setting effective goals. Provide an example of a SMART goal related to nutrition management.
- Describe the planning process, including the steps involved in creating and implementing a strategic plan.