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\"swot<\/figure>\n\n\n\n

SWOT stands for strengths, weaknesses, opportunities, and threats.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

It\u2019s common for students to have a complete mind blank when asked to write a SWOT analysis. It can be hard to step back and objectively figure out what to place in each box in the analysis matrix.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

However, by looking at some examples from other students, you can start to conceptualize what\u2019s expected of you and even find yourself agreeing with some of their points.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Take a look at these personal SWOT analysis examples and see if you can cherrypick some key points that might resonate with you.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Pick and choose the points that resonate most with you so you can create your own unique SWOT chart.<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n

Personal SWOT Analysis Examples for Students<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

1. SWOT Analysis Template<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Goal: <\/strong>Write down what your goal is.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Strengths (Internal)<\/strong>
– <\/strong>What do you do well (in relation to your goal)?
– <\/strong>What study skills do you currently have?
– <\/strong>What academic writing and research skills do you currently have?
– <\/strong>What workforce skills do you currently have?
– <\/strong>What soft skills do you currently have?
– <\/strong>What hard skills do you currently have?<\/td>		Weaknesses (Internal)<\/strong>
– <\/strong>What do you think you\u2019re not very good at (in relation to your goal)?
– <\/strong>What do you struggle with when studying?
– <\/strong>What are your weaknesses in regards to academic writing and researching?
– <\/strong>What workforce readiness skills do you lack?
– <\/strong>What soft skills do you lack?
– <\/strong>What hard skills do you lack?<\/td><\/tr>
Opportunities (External)<\/strong>
– <\/strong>Are there upcoming seminars, classes, or lectures that can help you improve?
– <\/strong>Do you have access to resources to help you improve?
– <\/strong>Do you have access to people or friends who can help you out?<\/td>		Threats (External)<\/strong>
– <\/strong>What contextual factors might get in the way of your goals?
– <\/strong>What obstacles can you predict that might interfere with your plans?
– <\/strong>What factors out of your direct control might interfere with your plans?
– <\/strong>What resources do you lack that might cause problems?<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

2. Personal SWOT Analysis Example<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Goal: <\/strong>To gain confidence at university.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Strengths<\/strong>
– <\/strong>I can confidently write information on paper to communicate a message to my teacher.
– <\/strong>I know I am capable of achieving things when I put my mind to it.
– <\/strong>I did well in high school and know that I am academically minded.
– <\/strong>I know that I can study hard when I have exams coming up.<\/td>		Weaknesses<\/strong>
– <\/strong>I have trouble speaking in front of groups. I find it intimidating.
– <\/strong>I\u2019m not really sure yet what standards are expected of me at university.
– <\/strong>I have trouble connecting with other people in small groups.
– <\/strong>I don\u2019t have a group of friends to lean on at university yet.<\/td><\/tr>
Opportunities<\/strong>
– There is an upcoming library seminar on developing academic skills that I can attend.
– I will have some low-risk exams and essays coming up that I can use for practice.
– The upcoming small group work task will give me an opportunity to develop social contacts who may be able to support me through things.<\/td>		Threats<\/strong>
– <\/strong>I worry that I will get anxiety leading up to the presentation I have to give in a few weeks.
– <\/strong>I\u2019m not sure I\u2019ll be able to make it to my Tuesday class every week. If I miss this class, my confidence might be impacted.<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

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3. Academic Writing Example<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Goal: <\/strong>To get an A in an essay this semester.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Strengths<\/strong>
– <\/strong>I find it easy to write about things if they\u2019re interesting to me or directly related to my life.
– <\/strong>I have a strong vocabulary and my grammar is usually quite strong.
– <\/strong>I know the basics of essay writing and I know how to write strong paragraphs.<\/td>		Weaknesses<\/strong>
– <\/strong>I don\u2019t understand referencing and the expected referencing style in my class.
– <\/strong>I\u2019m not sure where to find information for writing my essays.
– <\/strong>I find it hard to stay focused when studying for more than 20 minutes.<\/td><\/tr>
Opportunities<\/strong>
– <\/strong>My roommate is good at writing essays and has offered to edit my work.
– <\/strong>My professor has offered to look at my work during office hours.
– <\/strong>If I attend all the classes, I should be able to get a lot of useful information off my teacher that will help me write a good essay.<\/td>		Threats<\/strong>
– <\/strong>I\u2019ve increased my workload at my part-time job lately so I have less time to study.
– <\/strong>I sometimes don\u2019t understand my professor\u2019s emails.
– <\/strong>I have three essays due in one week this semester.<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

4. New Student Example<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Goal: <\/strong>To Get into a Routine and Comfortable on Campus.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Strengths<\/strong>
– <\/strong>I\u2019m an outgoing person who can get comfortable in most situations.
– <\/strong>I have a good study nook in my bedroom.
– <\/strong>I have moved into my new home and am settled there now.<\/td>		Weaknesses<\/strong>
– <\/strong>I don\u2019t know my way around campus.
– <\/strong>I don\u2019t understand how to use the library.
– <\/strong>I\u2019m intimidated by my professors.<\/td><\/tr>
Opportunities<\/strong>
– <\/strong>There is still a week before classes start so I have time to walk around and familiarize myself.
– <\/strong>The student ambassadors around campus can help me out in the first few weeks.
– <\/strong>I have set aside an hour each day to get into a study routine.<\/td>		Threats<\/strong>
– <\/strong>My schedule is inconsistent so my routine will have to be flexible.
– <\/strong>As the semester progresses I will have to find more time to study.
– <\/strong>I get easily distracted by social events that may throw out my routines.<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

5. College Student Example<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Goal: <\/strong>To raise my GPA by 0.5 this year.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Strengths<\/strong>
– <\/strong>I know I can do well because mid last year I got into a great routine.
– <\/strong>I\u2019m more confident this year than last year because I know what\u2019s expected of me now.
– <\/strong>I\u2019m good at oral presentations but not as good at expository essays.<\/td>		Weaknesses<\/strong>
– <\/strong>I struggle to stay motivated as the semester progresses.
– <\/strong>I struggle with time management.
– <\/strong>I\u2019m taking on more classes this semester so I\u2019ll really need to carve out more time to study.<\/td><\/tr>
Opportunities<\/strong>
– <\/strong>I\u2019ve joined a study group so we can discuss what we have learned and share notes.
– <\/strong>I know several of the professors and selected them because I like their teaching style<\/a>.<\/td>		Threats<\/strong>
– <\/strong>I\u2019m taking higher-level courses this semester that I will find much harder.
– <\/strong>I have an internship coming up for a few weeks that will distract me.
– <\/strong>I\u2019m taking on a few courses in topics I am not naturally good at.<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

6. International Student Example<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Goal: <\/strong>To gain confidence in a new society and develop cultural competencies.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Strengths<\/strong>
– <\/strong>I have great observational skills that I can use to learn.
– <\/strong>My English language is good enough to communicate in one to one conversations.
– <\/strong>I\u2019m independent and willing to take risks.
– <\/strong>I\u2019m good at making friends.<\/td>		Weaknesses<\/strong>
– <\/strong>I am intimidated by my professors and feel shy about approaching them.
– <\/strong>I worry about speaking to large groups because of my accent.
– <\/strong>While I\u2019m good socially, my academic skills aren\u2019t great.<\/td><\/tr>
Opportunities<\/strong>
– <\/strong>I could get a work visa to stay in the country after graduating.
– <\/strong>I can develop my English speaking skills even more through immersion.
– <\/strong>Getting a degree from this university is prestigious in my country.<\/td>		Threats<\/strong>
– <\/strong>Discrimination based on my accent.
– <\/strong>Culture shock<\/a>.
– <\/strong>I don\u2019t have work experience in the country so employers might not want to hire me.
– <\/strong>I am on a tight budget.<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

7. Education Student Example<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Goal: <\/strong>To develop skills and knowledge in teaching.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Strengths<\/strong>
– <\/strong>I work well with students and children and can build positive rapport with them.
– <\/strong>I am highly motivated to become a teacher.
– <\/strong>I am creative and can come up with good lesson plan ideas.<\/td>		Weaknesses<\/strong>
– <\/strong>I struggle to write down my lesson plan ideas onto lesson plan templates.
– <\/strong>I have trouble writing academic essays.
– <\/strong>I am intimidated by classroom management and need to build those skills.<\/td><\/tr>
Opportunities<\/strong>
– <\/strong>My internship will be a great opportunity to build my classroom skills.
– <\/strong>I can get work during the summer at summer camps to improve my teaching skills<\/a>.<\/td>		Threats<\/strong>
– <\/strong>Jobs are very hard to get in my town.
– <\/strong>Classes are getting harder as I progress through my degree.<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

8. Sociology Student Example<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Goal: <\/strong>To figure out how to use my sociology degree to get a career job.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Strengths<\/strong>
– <\/strong>I\u2019m good at sociology and have a strong GPA.
– <\/strong>I am also decent at psychology subjects that I\u2019ve taken.
– <\/strong>I have great references.
– <\/strong>My presentation and communication skills are very good.<\/td>		Weaknesses<\/strong>
– <\/strong>I\u2019m not sure what career path I want to take yet.
– <\/strong>I get very nervous heading into interviews.
– <\/strong>I don\u2019t know where to look for jobs for people with sociology degrees.<\/td><\/tr>
Opportunities<\/strong>
– <\/strong>My college advisor can help me out with questions I have (see weaknesses and threats).
– <\/strong>I could try to specialize even more at university by choosing criminology or sociology of education subjects next year.<\/td>		Threats<\/strong>
– <\/strong>There aren\u2019t many jobs directly in sociology. I might need to do teaching or social work.
– <\/strong>It\u2019s hard to get a job with just an undergraduate degree. I might need to get a masters degree (in Teaching?)<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

9. Bachelor of Arts Student Example<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Goal: <\/strong>To figure out what I want my major to be<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Strengths<\/strong>
– <\/strong>I am good at working with people and providing help to my community.
– <\/strong>I have strong worth ethic and get satisfaction from a hard day\u2019s work.
– <\/strong>I am good at psychology subjects.<\/td>		Weaknesses<\/strong>
– <\/strong>I am not very good at math so I don\u2019t think I can go into a career that requires a lot of math skills.
– <\/strong>I\u2019m not very academic. I\u2019m better at doing things than learning about theories.<\/td><\/tr>
Opportunities<\/strong>
– <\/strong>I will have an opportunity to select a diverse range of subjects this semester that might help me make up my mind.
– <\/strong>I can go to the career fair and talk to people in various jobs to find out what they\u2019re like.<\/td>		Threats<\/strong>
– <\/strong>I need to make a decision soon.
– <\/strong>If I make the wrong choice, it\u2019s hard to change my mind (it will be expensive).<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

10. High School Student Example<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Goal: <\/strong>To develop the skills that I\u2019ll need at college next year<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Strengths<\/strong>
– <\/strong>My teachers have told me my writing skills are at college level already.
– <\/strong>I have developed really good study routines this year that I can apply at college.
– <\/strong>I know I am better at creative activities than math and science.<\/td>		Weaknesses<\/strong>
– <\/strong>My research skills are probably not good enough for college yet.
– <\/strong>I\u2019m not very good at communicating with teachers as I\u2019m quite shy.
– <\/strong>When I get confused in class I get frustrated and demotivated.<\/td><\/tr>
Opportunities<\/strong>
– <\/strong>I have applied to several colleges and I\u2019m sure I\u2019ll get accepted into at least one of them.
– <\/strong>My older sister will be able to help me out as she\u2019s good at writing college papers.<\/td>		Threats<\/strong>
– <\/strong>I\u2019ll have to pay my way next year so need to get a part-time job.
– <\/strong>College will be a fair way from home so I will waste a lot of time driving.
– <\/strong>College will be very intimidating.<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

11. Math and Science Example<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Goal: <\/strong>To get a job in the science field following graduation.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Strengths<\/strong>
– <\/strong>I tend to be very good at math problems and can learn fast.
– <\/strong>I am also very good at chemistry and physics.
– <\/strong>I have decent work experience through internships but not paid work.<\/td>		Weaknesses<\/strong>
– <\/strong>I am not very good at interviewing.
– <\/strong>I don\u2019t know if my resume is good enough.
– <\/strong>I don\u2019t know many people in the industry who can help me out.<\/td><\/tr>
Opportunities<\/strong>
– <\/strong>The science and engineering sector is growing and bringing with it lots of jobs.
– <\/strong>My degree allows me to go into a wide range of possible career paths.<\/td>		Threats<\/strong>
– <\/strong>I know everyone graduating with me is applying for the same jobs I am.
– <\/strong>Many entry-level jobs are asking for people to have a masters degree.
– <\/strong>I am not willing to leave my home city for work (I have to care for family).<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

12. Digital Marketing Example<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Goal: <\/strong>To improve my skills in digital marketing while still at university.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Strengths<\/strong>
– <\/strong>I\u2019m very good with social media platforms and know how to manipulate the algorithms.
– <\/strong>I have a great GPA so I\u2019m confident I can get the degree easily.
– <\/strong>I\u2019m highly motivated and know my career path.<\/td>		Weaknesses<\/strong>
– <\/strong>I have academic knowledge but not many practical skills.
– <\/strong>I need to have more experience before I graduate so I\u2019m well positioned for a job.<\/td><\/tr>
Opportunities<\/strong>
– <\/strong>I can work on my own Instagram account to further develop and demonstrate my skills in getting traffic.
– <\/strong>The industry is growing fast so there will be jobs coming up.<\/td>		Threats<\/strong>
– <\/strong>There are a lot of other people going into this career right now.
– <\/strong>Rapid changes in the digital marketing space will make my current knowledge redundant in a few years.
– <\/strong>Entry-level pay is very low.<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

13. Masters Degree Example<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Goal: <\/strong>To complete my masters degree within 3 years<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Strengths<\/strong>
– <\/strong>I did very well in my undergraduate degree so I\u2019m confident about my academic skills.
– <\/strong>I have work experience in the industry which gives me a lot of confidence.<\/td>		Weaknesses<\/strong>
– <\/strong>I\u2019m not very good at self-study and I know that\u2019s a big thing in a masters degree.
– <\/strong>I feel uncomfortable speaking up in class.
– <\/strong>I struggle to do group work because it\u2019s hard to create time where everyone in the group can meet.<\/td><\/tr>
Opportunities<\/strong>
– <\/strong>My current employer will subsidize the degree.
– <\/strong>I could get career advancement through my current employer once the degree is finished.<\/td>		Threats<\/strong>
– <\/strong>I\u2019m working full-time and have a family so I don\u2019t have much time to spare.
– <\/strong>Even with my degree subsidized, I struggle to pay my fees.
– <\/strong>A masters degree is going to be a lot harder than my undergraduate degree.<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

14. Business Student Example<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Goal: <\/strong>To gain the skills I need to start my own business in the future.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Strengths<\/strong>
– <\/strong>I\u2019ve got good project management skills.
– <\/strong>I am highly motivated to start my own business.
– <\/strong>I\u2019m really good at troubleshooting.<\/td>		Weaknesses<\/strong>
– <\/strong>I struggle with accounting and math which are important skills for this degree.
– <\/strong>I don\u2019t have work experience in the industry.<\/td><\/tr>
Opportunities<\/strong>
– <\/strong>My degree is unique because it prepares me to start my own business as well as applying for a job.
– <\/strong>I could take on a management job for a few years to build more skills before starting my own business.
– <\/strong>My degree is in high demand.<\/td>		Threats<\/strong>
– <\/strong>I don\u2019t have much money saved up to support myself if I don\u2019t get a job straight away. It also restricts me from starting my own business.
– <\/strong>I know job hunting will be competitive especially for entry-level jobs.<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

15. Nursing Student Example<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Goal: <\/strong>To get a job in nursing after I graduate with a good GPA.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Strengths<\/strong>
– <\/strong>I\u2019m really good at working with patients.
– <\/strong>My internships so far have been really successful which shows I can do the job.
– <\/strong>I am confident I will pass my remaining subjects at university.<\/td>		Weaknesses<\/strong>
– <\/strong>I often turn up to classes late. I\u2019ll need to fix this because I need to turn up on time when I get a job.
– <\/strong>My GPA is a bit low right now so I need to get really good grades going forward.<\/td><\/tr>
Opportunities<\/strong>
– <\/strong>My university has a great reputation and that could help me get a job.
– <\/strong>There are many job paths such as in hospitals and nursing homes.
– <\/strong>I could get a job if I make good connections during my internship.<\/td>		Threats<\/strong>
– <\/strong>I don\u2019t have much time to get a job after finishing university because I need money.
– <\/strong>It\u2019s hard to get an entry-level job that is full-time and has good hours.
– <\/strong>Juggling work and my new baby will be hard.<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

16. Teacher Example<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Goal: <\/strong>To gradually improve my pedagogical competencies in the next 12 months.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Strengths<\/strong>
– <\/strong>I have very good rapport with my students.
– <\/strong>I am very good at catering to the needs of my students.
– <\/strong>I\u2019ve got a good number of resources from previous years that I can re-use this year.<\/td>		Weaknesses<\/strong>
– <\/strong>I struggled a lot with juggling work and family time last year. I ended up working very late hours.
– <\/strong>I often need to get the IT guys to come and give me help with technology.
– <\/strong>I can get a bit burned out mid-way through the year.<\/td><\/tr>
Opportunities<\/strong>
– <\/strong>The new technology in the classroom could help me more efficiently differentiate instruction for my students.
– <\/strong>There is a conference later in the year that could really help re-invigorate and motivate me.<\/td>		Threats<\/strong>
– <\/strong>I\u2019ll be teaching a very different cohort this year so I\u2019ll need to adapt.
– <\/strong>The new technology in the classroom is intimidating.
– <\/strong>My mentors won\u2019t be close by next year so I\u2019ll be on my own more than ever.<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

17. PhD Student Example<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Goal: <\/strong>To make it through the first year of doing a PhD.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Strengths<\/strong>
– <\/strong>I know I\u2019m intelligent and have excellent research skills.
– <\/strong>I am confident in presenting my research at review boards.
– <\/strong>I\u2019m passionate about my dissertation topic.<\/td>		Weaknesses<\/strong>
– <\/strong>I\u2019m juggling a lot of things in my personal life so I may struggle to focus.
– <\/strong>There\u2019s no one else with a topic similar to mine so I will be alone to learn a lot of things by myself.
– <\/strong>I know I can be stubborn so I need to focus on listening and learning from mentors.<\/td><\/tr>
Opportunities<\/strong>
– <\/strong>I like that I have a co-supervisor who can help me when my lead supervisor is busy.
– <\/strong>I have the chance to teach undergraduate classes which will be motivating.
– <\/strong>The university library has great resources for my PhD studies.
– <\/strong>There is a great cohort of dissertation candidates in my school who can help each other out.<\/td>		Threats<\/strong>
– <\/strong>It\u2019s going to be had to keep up with the very demanding workload.
– <\/strong>It\u2019s hard to get by on low pay while working full-time on a PhD.
– <\/strong>I am going to be working in isolation a lot so I\u2019ll need to carefully monitor my mental health.<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

18. Internship or Practicum Example<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Goal: <\/strong>To grow my confidence in a workplace situation and see if I like this career path.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Strengths<\/strong>
– <\/strong>I have good theoretical knowledge.
– <\/strong>I\u2019m excited to apply my theoretical knowledge to practical situations.
– <\/strong>I am good at listening and learning so I think I will succeed.<\/td>		Weaknesses<\/strong>
– <\/strong>I haven\u2019t got any practical experience yet so it will be a steep learning curve.
– <\/strong>I can get tired and struggle to focus during a full workday.
– <\/strong>I get anxious and intimidated in new environments.<\/td><\/tr>
Opportunities<\/strong>
– <\/strong>I\u2019ll have some really experienced supervisors who can give me a lot of wisdom<\/a>.
– <\/strong>I might be able to meet people who can give me a reference for a job in the future.<\/td>		Threats<\/strong>
– <\/strong>It\u2019s long workdays and I still have to study after work.
– <\/strong>I will need to find a way to get public transport to the workplace which will be hard.<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

19. Exchange Student Example<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Goal: <\/strong>To broaden my horizons for an exchange semester.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Strengths<\/strong>
– <\/strong>I am confident and can walk into new situations with my head held high.
– <\/strong>I am a good learner so I\u2019m sure I\u2019ll be able to adapt to the new university and its requirements.
– <\/strong>I am really good at breaking the ice in conversations.<\/td>		Weaknesses<\/strong>
– <\/strong>I\u2019m not good at public speaking.
– <\/strong>I struggle in academics like research and writing.
– <\/strong>I tend to get distracted by social opportunities and forget to study.<\/td><\/tr>
Opportunities<\/strong>
– <\/strong>To learn about new cultures and meet new people.
– <\/strong>To take subjects at my exchange university that aren\u2019t available at my current university.
– <\/strong>To experience a totally different climate.<\/td>		Threats<\/strong>
– <\/strong>I won\u2019t have family and friends to lean on.
– <\/strong>I\u2019ll need to deal with culture shock.
– <\/strong>I won\u2019t have a car so will need to figure out transit.
– <\/strong>I think I\u2019ll struggle to get a part-time job.<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

20. Thesis or Dissertation Example<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Goal: <\/strong>To get a high grade for my dissertation.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Strengths<\/strong>
– <\/strong>I am pretty good at writing essays.
– <\/strong>My study skills are really strong after 3 years at university.
– <\/strong>I am good at communicating with professors.<\/td>		Weaknesses<\/strong>
– <\/strong>I\u2019m not good at asking people to help me out so I might struggle in silence like I often do.
– <\/strong>I leave my work to the last minute and that won\u2019t work with a dissertation.
– <\/strong>I struggle to focus and am really distracted by social media<\/a>.<\/td><\/tr>
Opportunities<\/strong>
– <\/strong>My friends are doing similar dissertation topics to me so we can help each other out.
– <\/strong>I will have an advisor who can look over my work and point me in the right direction.<\/td>		Threats<\/strong>
– <\/strong>I will have to find research participants and that scares me.
– <\/strong>This is a self-guided project so there is a lack of structure.<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

21. Teamwork and Groupwork Example<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Goal: <\/strong>To complete our team project and get the best grade in the class.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Strengths<\/strong>
– <\/strong>Each team member brings unique skills. We have a technology person, a good researcher, and a good writer.
– <\/strong>We all have a good understanding of the project requirements.
– <\/strong>Several of us have worked together successfully in the past.<\/td>		Weaknesses<\/strong>
– <\/strong>Several of us don\u2019t feel confident with the topic.
– <\/strong>Some team members don\u2019t know one another.
– <\/strong>One team member does not have access to a computer at all times.<\/td><\/tr>
Opportunities<\/strong>
– <\/strong>We are able to secure space in the library to meet up.
– <\/strong>All of us agree that this is a great chance to build our teamwork competencies.<\/td>		Threats<\/strong>
– <\/strong>Disagreements on how to proceed may come up.
– <\/strong>It will be hard to find time to meet up.<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

22. Psychology Student Example<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Goal: <\/strong>To get a career in clinical psychology.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Strengths<\/strong>
– <\/strong>I currently have a high GPA.
– <\/strong>I am highly motivated to pursue this career.
– <\/strong>I have excellent references for job applications.<\/td>		Weaknesses<\/strong>
– <\/strong>I do not have career experience yet.
– <\/strong>I feel like a lot of things I learned at university don\u2019t apply in the workforce.
– <\/strong>I don\u2019t have a resume written yet and don\u2019t know how to write one.<\/td><\/tr>
Opportunities<\/strong>
– <\/strong>I can do an unpaid internship over the summer while living with my parents.
– <\/strong>My professors can be additional references for job applications.
– <\/strong>I am willing to move to a new city to get a job.<\/td>		Threats<\/strong>
– <\/strong>Transitioning from full-time student to full-time workforce may throw up challenges.
– <\/strong>I do not have a car yet and may need one to get to job interviews and any job I get.
– <\/strong>I may not have the experience required to get many jobs.<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

23. Graduating Student Example<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Goal: <\/strong>To smoothly transition into an entry-level position in my career choice<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Strengths<\/strong>
–<\/strong> I have got a great GPA that will look good on a resume.
–<\/strong> I know exactly what career I want and I\u2019ve got a few big businesses that I\u2019d like to target for a position.
–<\/strong> I can confidently talk about my skills and work ethic.<\/td>		Weaknesses<\/strong>
– <\/strong><\/strong>I\u2019m not sure whether my resume looks the way it should.
– <\/strong><\/strong>I don\u2019t have social capital (By this I mean I know anyone in the industry who can help me get a foot in the door).
– <\/strong><\/strong>I don\u2019t have much practical work experience.<\/td><\/tr>
Opportunities<\/strong>
–<\/strong> The university is offering a career fair day where I can meet potential employers.
–<\/strong> I could find a resume writing workshop somewhere in the city.<\/td>		Threats<\/strong>
– <\/strong><\/strong>The industry is competitive so I know it may take me time to find a job.
– <\/strong><\/strong>The economy isn\u2019t doing well so fewer people are hiring.
– <\/strong><\/strong>I\u2019ll need to pay my bills while looking for a job. I may have to move in with my parents for a few months.<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

What does SWOT Analysis Stand For?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

SWOT stands for strengths, weaknesses, opportunities, and threats. These are the four key categories that you need to look at to develop an action plan for improving your skills as a student.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Under each column think about what you will write:<\/p>\n\n\n\n