SWOT Analysis

Business: BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma, topic 1.3.11

SWOT Analysis

A business can use a SWOT analysis to explore its internal strengths and weaknesses and the external opportunities and threats facing the business.

SWOT diagram

SWOT diagram

Internal strength

Internal strength

  • An internal strength may include a trusted and reputable brand which is recognised by many.
Internal weakness

Internal weakness

  • An internal weakness may include cash flow concerns or lower profit margins than others within the industry.
External opportunity

External opportunity

  • An external opportunity may include an expanding market nationally or internationally.
External threat

External threat

  • An external threat may include a declining market or increased competition.

Test yourself on SWOT Analysis

  • Which sector would a declining market be in a SWOT diagram?

  • What does SWOT stand for?

  • Which types of markets could a business expand to?

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