Mckendree University Swot Analysis
Introduction
This paper I will discuss the SWOT analysis of McKendree University. It has been said that the time given to achieve a class while at this university is not lengthy and is a disadvantage. However, the university offers different professional programs to develop students within the allotted time and still create a culture of experiences and campus life beyond the classroom. This would also create an environment supportive of attending McKendree University after military obligations and raising a family.
SWOT Analysis Chart
Strengths
• Ability to take one class per month
• Classroom hours are in the evening
• Most classes are 2-3 days a week
• Average classroom size is 14
• Military friendly school Weakness
• Classes …show more content…
are a faster pace
• Classes may interfere with family life
• Limited classroom interaction time
• Structure of classes
• Homework and tests weekly
Opportunities
• High quality of education
• Prepares you for leadership roles
• Able to attend school and be a family
• Formulates a better life after service
• Makes you competitive amongst peers Threats
• Competition
• Economy
• Jobs market
• Age
• Disabilities
Strengths
During my time at the university, I have come to realize a few advantages of taking classes during and after my military service. Taking one class a month helps in getting back into the school rhythm and mindset especially after being out of school for over 15 years. It assists in not being overwhelmed with your studies and it gives you a great opportunity to concentrate on one class a month while trying to juggle your family duties. Our families are our priority and attending classes in the evening hours makes it so much easier to try to balance our class with whatever commitments we have in the evening and weekends. Military service can sometimes be a distractor but as long as you manage your time and personnel at work, you are able to attend your evening classes 2-3 times a week. Most classes have an attendance of an average of 14 students. This gives you an opportunity to have more one on one time with your instructor whenever you do not understand an assignment or fail to attend a session. The ability to contact your instructor via email or on blackboard is a valuable asset and is crucial with their response time due to the amount of emails and students available for that period. Another advantage in attending McKendree University is the ability to work with the military hand in hand to make your college experience a success. Upon my registration, I provided the front office with all the necessary paperwork and transcripts from my military service and with that my advisor was able to get me registered and get me in the right program that fits my past or current desires. Giving my disabilities, they were able to work with my Vocational Rehabilitation Counselor to ensure that all paperwork and funds were submitted and available. Thus having no control over any of the administration portion. Making it easier for me to concentrate on my transition into college life.
Weakness
Unfortunately, I feel there are some weaknesses associated with the university. One may experience the fast pace classes due to time constraints. This could be overwhelming for a student who has difficulty in adjusting to college life. Once you fall behind in your schoolwork, it is only a matter of time before it begins to affect your personal time with your family. Having a class per month not only will be fast pace but you will experience an exam weekly therefore, it can be overwhelming. At McKendree University, you may take classes as they become available for your major. This is unfair for the college student who has a difficult time transitioning to college life. Mainly, because your core classes, (English, history or math) is not always available and that is where your basic studies will come from therefore, having missed good study habits and techniques. Throughout the fast-paced curriculum, there is also limited interaction time with your classmates in the event you need some assistance or if the instructor is not available.
Opportunities
Some of the opportunities for attending McKendree University are that you will receive a high quality of educational experience as outstanding students. According to Dennis, (2013), the university will guide students in pursuit of academic excellence that will prepare them for leadership roles in society. Once adjusted to college life, you will gain confidence and able to finish the required plan according to your degree. Therefore spending more time with your family and gain the benefits to having a college degree. Working towards a college degree after the military formulates for a better transition to being a civilian. Having completed your degree and fulfilled a military commitment, you will be equal if not ahead of your peers. Therefore, being competitive in your career.
Threats
Some threats associated with McKendree University are that you will be competitive in today’s business, human resources and nursing careers once you have completed the required courses while attending this school. Having to put forth an effort and completing a degree all while being a seasoned adult or at an age that will make you competitive in today’s economy. Without your degree, you will be unable to pursue any goals that may require a college education. Your college education will give you an advantage in the job market while competing for a job or assignment.
Conclusion
In this paper, I discussed the definition of SWOT analysis and the SWOT analysis of McKendree University. I have listed more strengths for the reason I am satisfied with the university and all it stands for. I would love the university to be more versatile towards adults with disabilities and young families. Include more core or basic courses to assist in transitioning from parent or soldier to student. This would make for better turnover ratio and more personnel that are successful to walk out into this world of competiveness. If these suggestions were taken and used, this would most definitely open the door to many people that are timid or intimidated to making that next major step in pursuing their college dream.
References
Dennis, James M.
(2013). The Mission Statement. Retrieved from McKendree University website: http://www.mckendree.edu/offices/president/
Lamb, C. W. Hair, JF, McDaniel, C. (2013). Marketing. (12th ed) Chapter 2, p33-34
The McKendree University
Michael Salazar
McKendree University
Jerry Murrell
19 October 2013
Introduction
This paper I will discuss the SWOT analysis of McKendree University. It has been said that the time given to achieve a class while at this university is not lengthy and is a disadvantage. However, the university offers different professional programs to develop students within the allotted time and still create a culture of experiences and campus life beyond the classroom. This would also create an environment supportive of attending McKendree University after military obligations and raising a family.
SWOT Analysis Chart
Strengths
Ability to take one class per month
Classroom hours are in the evening
Most classes are 2-3 days a week
Average classroom size is 14
Military friendly school
Weakness
Classes are a faster pace
Classes may interfere with family life
Limited classroom interaction time
Structure of classes
Homework and tests weekly …show more content…
Opportunities
High quality of education
Prepares you for leadership roles
Able to attend school and be a family
Formulates a better life after service
Makes you competitive amongst peers
Threats
Competition
Economy
Jobs market
Age
Disabilities
Strengths
During my time at the university, I have come to realize a few advantages of taking classes during and after my military service. Taking one class a month helps in getting back into the school rhythm and mindset especially after being out of school for over 15 years. It assists in not being overwhelmed with your studies and it gives you a great opportunity to concentrate on one class a month while trying to juggle your family duties. Our families are our priority and attending classes in the evening hours makes it so much easier to try to balance our class with whatever commitments we have in the evening and weekends. Military service can sometimes be a distractor but as long as you manage your time and personnel at work, you are able to attend your evening classes 2-3 times a week. Most classes have an attendance of an average of 14 students. This gives you an opportunity to have more one on one time with your instructor whenever you do not understand an assignment or fail to attend a session. The ability to contact your instructor via email or on blackboard is a valuable asset and is crucial with their response time due to the amount of emails and students available for that period. Another advantage in attending McKendree University is the ability to work with the military hand in hand to make your college experience a success. Upon my registration, I provided the front office with all the necessary paperwork and transcripts from my military service and with that my advisor was able to get me registered and get me in the right program that fits my past or current desires. Giving my disabilities, they were able to work with my Vocational Rehabilitation Counselor to ensure that all paperwork and funds were submitted and available. Thus having no control over any of the administration portion. Making it easier for me to concentrate on my transition into college life.
Weakness
Unfortunately, I feel there are some weaknesses associated with the university. One may experience the fast pace classes due to time constraints. This could be overwhelming for a student who has difficulty in adjusting to college life. Once you fall behind in your schoolwork, it is only a matter of time before it begins to affect your personal time with your family. Having a class per month not only will be fast pace but you will experience an exam weekly therefore, it can be overwhelming. At McKendree University, you may take classes as they become available for your major. This is unfair for the college student who has a difficult time transitioning to college life. Mainly, because your core classes, (English, history or math) is not always available and that is where your basic studies will come from therefore, having missed good study habits and techniques. Throughout the fast-paced curriculum, there is also limited interaction time with your classmates in the event you need some assistance or if the instructor is not available.
Opportunities
Some of the opportunities for attending McKendree University are that you will receive a high quality of educational experience as outstanding students.
According to Dennis, (2013), the university will guide students in pursuit of academic excellence that will prepare them for leadership roles in society. Once adjusted to college life, you will gain confidence and able to finish the required plan according to your degree. Therefore spending more time with your family and gain the benefits to having a college degree. Working towards a college degree after the military formulates for a better transition to being a civilian. Having completed your degree and fulfilled a military commitment, you will be equal if not ahead of your peers. Therefore, being competitive in your career.
Threats
Some threats associated with McKendree University are that you will be competitive in today’s business, human resources and nursing careers once you have completed the required courses while attending this school. Having to put forth an effort and completing a degree all while being a seasoned adult or at an age that will make you competitive in today’s economy. Without your degree, you will be unable to pursue any goals that may require a college education. Your college education will give you an advantage in the job market while competing for a job or assignment.
Conclusion
In this paper, I discussed the definition of SWOT analysis and the SWOT analysis of McKendree University. I have listed more strengths for the reason I am satisfied with the university and all it stands for. I would love the university to be more versatile towards adults with disabilities and young families. Include more core or basic courses to assist in transitioning from parent or soldier to student. This would make for better turnover ratio and more personnel that are successful to walk out into this world of competiveness. If these suggestions were taken and used, this would most definitely open the door to many people that are timid or intimidated to making that next major step in pursuing their college dream.
References
Dennis, James M. (2013). The Mission Statement. Retrieved from McKendree University website: http://www.mckendree.edu/offices/president/
Lamb, C. W. Hair, JF, McDaniel, C. (2013). Marketing. (12th ed) Chapter 2, p33-34.
This paper I will discuss the SWOT analysis of McKendree University. It has been said that the time given to achieve a class while at this university is not lengthy and is a disadvantage. However, the university offers different professional programs to develop students within the allotted time and still create a culture of experiences and campus life beyond the classroom. This would also create an environment supportive of attending McKendree University after military obligations and raising a family.
SWOT Analysis Chart
Strengths
• Ability to take one class per month
• Classroom hours are in the evening
• Most classes are 2-3 days a week
• Average classroom size is 14
• Military friendly school Weakness
• Classes …show more content…
are a faster pace
• Classes may interfere with family life
• Limited classroom interaction time
• Structure of classes
• Homework and tests weekly
Opportunities
• High quality of education
• Prepares you for leadership roles
• Able to attend school and be a family
• Formulates a better life after service
• Makes you competitive amongst peers Threats
• Competition
• Economy
• Jobs market
• Age
• Disabilities
Strengths
During my time at the university, I have come to realize a few advantages of taking classes during and after my military service. Taking one class a month helps in getting back into the school rhythm and mindset especially after being out of school for over 15 years. It assists in not being overwhelmed with your studies and it gives you a great opportunity to concentrate on one class a month while trying to juggle your family duties. Our families are our priority and attending classes in the evening hours makes it so much easier to try to balance our class with whatever commitments we have in the evening and weekends. Military service can sometimes be a distractor but as long as you manage your time and personnel at work, you are able to attend your evening classes 2-3 times a week. Most classes have an attendance of an average of 14 students. This gives you an opportunity to have more one on one time with your instructor whenever you do not understand an assignment or fail to attend a session. The ability to contact your instructor via email or on blackboard is a valuable asset and is crucial with their response time due to the amount of emails and students available for that period. Another advantage in attending McKendree University is the ability to work with the military hand in hand to make your college experience a success. Upon my registration, I provided the front office with all the necessary paperwork and transcripts from my military service and with that my advisor was able to get me registered and get me in the right program that fits my past or current desires. Giving my disabilities, they were able to work with my Vocational Rehabilitation Counselor to ensure that all paperwork and funds were submitted and available. Thus having no control over any of the administration portion. Making it easier for me to concentrate on my transition into college life.
Weakness
Unfortunately, I feel there are some weaknesses associated with the university. One may experience the fast pace classes due to time constraints. This could be overwhelming for a student who has difficulty in adjusting to college life. Once you fall behind in your schoolwork, it is only a matter of time before it begins to affect your personal time with your family. Having a class per month not only will be fast pace but you will experience an exam weekly therefore, it can be overwhelming. At McKendree University, you may take classes as they become available for your major. This is unfair for the college student who has a difficult time transitioning to college life. Mainly, because your core classes, (English, history or math) is not always available and that is where your basic studies will come from therefore, having missed good study habits and techniques. Throughout the fast-paced curriculum, there is also limited interaction time with your classmates in the event you need some assistance or if the instructor is not available.
Opportunities
Some of the opportunities for attending McKendree University are that you will receive a high quality of educational experience as outstanding students. According to Dennis, (2013), the university will guide students in pursuit of academic excellence that will prepare them for leadership roles in society. Once adjusted to college life, you will gain confidence and able to finish the required plan according to your degree. Therefore spending more time with your family and gain the benefits to having a college degree. Working towards a college degree after the military formulates for a better transition to being a civilian. Having completed your degree and fulfilled a military commitment, you will be equal if not ahead of your peers. Therefore, being competitive in your career.
Threats
Some threats associated with McKendree University are that you will be competitive in today’s business, human resources and nursing careers once you have completed the required courses while attending this school. Having to put forth an effort and completing a degree all while being a seasoned adult or at an age that will make you competitive in today’s economy. Without your degree, you will be unable to pursue any goals that may require a college education. Your college education will give you an advantage in the job market while competing for a job or assignment.
Conclusion
In this paper, I discussed the definition of SWOT analysis and the SWOT analysis of McKendree University. I have listed more strengths for the reason I am satisfied with the university and all it stands for. I would love the university to be more versatile towards adults with disabilities and young families. Include more core or basic courses to assist in transitioning from parent or soldier to student. This would make for better turnover ratio and more personnel that are successful to walk out into this world of competiveness. If these suggestions were taken and used, this would most definitely open the door to many people that are timid or intimidated to making that next major step in pursuing their college dream.
References
Dennis, James M.
(2013). The Mission Statement. Retrieved from McKendree University website: http://www.mckendree.edu/offices/president/
Lamb, C. W. Hair, JF, McDaniel, C. (2013). Marketing. (12th ed) Chapter 2, p33-34
The McKendree University
Michael Salazar
McKendree University
Jerry Murrell
19 October 2013
Introduction
This paper I will discuss the SWOT analysis of McKendree University. It has been said that the time given to achieve a class while at this university is not lengthy and is a disadvantage. However, the university offers different professional programs to develop students within the allotted time and still create a culture of experiences and campus life beyond the classroom. This would also create an environment supportive of attending McKendree University after military obligations and raising a family.
SWOT Analysis Chart
Strengths
Ability to take one class per month
Classroom hours are in the evening
Most classes are 2-3 days a week
Average classroom size is 14
Military friendly school
Weakness
Classes are a faster pace
Classes may interfere with family life
Limited classroom interaction time
Structure of classes
Homework and tests weekly …show more content…
Opportunities
High quality of education
Prepares you for leadership roles
Able to attend school and be a family
Formulates a better life after service
Makes you competitive amongst peers
Threats
Competition
Economy
Jobs market
Age
Disabilities
Strengths
During my time at the university, I have come to realize a few advantages of taking classes during and after my military service. Taking one class a month helps in getting back into the school rhythm and mindset especially after being out of school for over 15 years. It assists in not being overwhelmed with your studies and it gives you a great opportunity to concentrate on one class a month while trying to juggle your family duties. Our families are our priority and attending classes in the evening hours makes it so much easier to try to balance our class with whatever commitments we have in the evening and weekends. Military service can sometimes be a distractor but as long as you manage your time and personnel at work, you are able to attend your evening classes 2-3 times a week. Most classes have an attendance of an average of 14 students. This gives you an opportunity to have more one on one time with your instructor whenever you do not understand an assignment or fail to attend a session. The ability to contact your instructor via email or on blackboard is a valuable asset and is crucial with their response time due to the amount of emails and students available for that period. Another advantage in attending McKendree University is the ability to work with the military hand in hand to make your college experience a success. Upon my registration, I provided the front office with all the necessary paperwork and transcripts from my military service and with that my advisor was able to get me registered and get me in the right program that fits my past or current desires. Giving my disabilities, they were able to work with my Vocational Rehabilitation Counselor to ensure that all paperwork and funds were submitted and available. Thus having no control over any of the administration portion. Making it easier for me to concentrate on my transition into college life.
Weakness
Unfortunately, I feel there are some weaknesses associated with the university. One may experience the fast pace classes due to time constraints. This could be overwhelming for a student who has difficulty in adjusting to college life. Once you fall behind in your schoolwork, it is only a matter of time before it begins to affect your personal time with your family. Having a class per month not only will be fast pace but you will experience an exam weekly therefore, it can be overwhelming. At McKendree University, you may take classes as they become available for your major. This is unfair for the college student who has a difficult time transitioning to college life. Mainly, because your core classes, (English, history or math) is not always available and that is where your basic studies will come from therefore, having missed good study habits and techniques. Throughout the fast-paced curriculum, there is also limited interaction time with your classmates in the event you need some assistance or if the instructor is not available.
Opportunities
Some of the opportunities for attending McKendree University are that you will receive a high quality of educational experience as outstanding students.
According to Dennis, (2013), the university will guide students in pursuit of academic excellence that will prepare them for leadership roles in society. Once adjusted to college life, you will gain confidence and able to finish the required plan according to your degree. Therefore spending more time with your family and gain the benefits to having a college degree. Working towards a college degree after the military formulates for a better transition to being a civilian. Having completed your degree and fulfilled a military commitment, you will be equal if not ahead of your peers. Therefore, being competitive in your career.
Threats
Some threats associated with McKendree University are that you will be competitive in today’s business, human resources and nursing careers once you have completed the required courses while attending this school. Having to put forth an effort and completing a degree all while being a seasoned adult or at an age that will make you competitive in today’s economy. Without your degree, you will be unable to pursue any goals that may require a college education. Your college education will give you an advantage in the job market while competing for a job or assignment.
Conclusion
In this paper, I discussed the definition of SWOT analysis and the SWOT analysis of McKendree University. I have listed more strengths for the reason I am satisfied with the university and all it stands for. I would love the university to be more versatile towards adults with disabilities and young families. Include more core or basic courses to assist in transitioning from parent or soldier to student. This would make for better turnover ratio and more personnel that are successful to walk out into this world of competiveness. If these suggestions were taken and used, this would most definitely open the door to many people that are timid or intimidated to making that next major step in pursuing their college dream.
References
Dennis, James M. (2013). The Mission Statement. Retrieved from McKendree University website: http://www.mckendree.edu/offices/president/
Lamb, C. W. Hair, JF, McDaniel, C. (2013). Marketing. (12th ed) Chapter 2, p33-34.