ABSTRACT
This chapter explains the purpose of a vision statement. It identifies and describes the benefits of a vision statement. The chapter focuses on differentiate between a vision for an organization and a vision for an organization's training program. It discusses the role, function, and benefits of goals. The chapter defines SMART goals and explains the benefits of SMART goals. It discusses the role, function, and benefits of training goals. The chapter defines and describes what strategy means for an organization. It focuses on differentiate between the different types of strategies. The chapter explains the benefits of using the concept of strategy. The central role of goals is to move the organization and training towards achieving the respective visions. A SWOT analysis involves identifying the important strengths and weaknesses of the organization, as well as the external opportunities and threats that the organization needs to consider in formulating a strategy.
