Discussion:
Strategic Planning Analysis
•Conduct an evaluation of the Center for Disease Control (CDC) based on strategic planning analysis, which includes the strengths and/or weaknesses that are internal to the organization and opportunities and/or threats external to the organization. Your strategic plan analysis should include at least three strengths and three weaknesses that are internal to the organization and at least three opportunities and three threats that are external to the organization. You should utilize at least five valid sources in your analysis. Examples of valid sources include organizational websites, annual reports, personal interviews with organizational leadership, investigative reports, government reports, and conference transcripts. Your Final Paper should address at the five concepts, and strategies that are outlined in the course text. These include
• Internal and external assessments
• Competitive marketing analysis
• Identification of stakeholders
• Overview and assessments of services provided
• Competencies and resource
The Final Paper:
1. Should be 8 to 10 double-spaced pages in length, excluding the title and references pages, and formatted according to APA style.
2. Should include a title page with the following:
o Title of paper
o Student's name
o Course name and number
o Instructor's name
o Date submitted
Should begin with an introductory paragraph that has a succinct thesis statement. Should address the topic of the paper with critical thought. Should end with a conclusion that reaffirms your thesis. Should use at least five scholarly sources, including a minimum of two from the Ashford University Library. Should document all sources in APA style as outlined.Should include a separate reference page that is formatted according to APA style.