Discussion Post I: Program Capstone
i. A common tool used in strategic planning is the S.W.O.T. analysis. Pick a company you are familiar with and complete a SWOT analysis for it describing 5 each of Strengths, Weaknesses, Opportunities and Threats.
ii. How can a SWOT analysis help a company develop a strategic plan that will be successful?
iii. Describe the four functions of management. What role do these play in the strategic decision making process?
Discussion Post II: Project Management
A colleague of yours is struggling to handle change requests throughout their project life cycle, and now his project is falling apart. He has come to you for advice on best practices.
i. Share with your colleague why managing change requests is critical to the project's success.
ii. Discuss the most effective process for handling change requests, including how different technologies can be utilized.
The response should include a reference list. Using double-space, Times New Roman 12 pnt font, one-inch margins, and APA style of writing and citations.