Question

Which of the following responses most accurately depicts the correct sequence of activities in the strategic planning process? a. strategic analysis - guiding principles - strategic objectives - flow-down objectives b. strategic objectives - strategic analysis - guiding principles - flow-down objectives c. guiding principles - strategic analysis - strategic objectives - flow-down objectives d. guiding principles - strategic objectives - flow-down objectives - strategic analysis

Answer 1

Answer:

A. strategic analysis - guiding principles - strategic objectives - flow-down objectives.

Step-by-step explanation:

Strategic planning is a process that helps organisations to better implement their strategic plans.

Strategic analysis involves internal and external analysis of an organisation's environment to identify it's strengths, weaknesses, opportunities and threats.

Guiding principles guide an organization throughout all circumstances, they ensure the survival of an organisation's long term values irrespective of changes in its goals, strategies or type of work.

Strategic objectives are the critical goals an organisation is trying to achieve over a period of time. They are a realization of goals that translates to more specific plans and projects.

Flow-down objectives ensure that the appropriate goals for an organisation are established.