SWOT Analysis & Surveys
The Strategic Planning Leadership Team reviewed all the survey data from current students , faculty , staff , business leaders , and EFSC graduates . Team members then participated in an analysis of the College ’ s Strengths , Weaknesses , Opportunities , and Threats ( SWOT ) conducted by the Office of Institutional Effectiveness .
STRENGTHS
• Institutional knowledge and dedication among employees
• Strong programs
• Accessibility through open-access , rolling admissions , and dual-enrollment
• Community partnerships
WEAKNESSES
• Staff turnover
• Communication
• Complex HR processes
• Enrollment
• Facilities
OPPORTUNITIES
• Partnership with BPS for curriculum alignment and college readiness
• Technology & improved online learning environment
• Industry / Business partnerships
• Grants and external funding
• Communications ( internal & external )
• Scheduling of classes
THREATS
• Funding
• Competition
• Lack of communication
• Loss of knowledge
• Enrollment decline
Survey Highlights
Almost 80 % of current students , faculty , staff , and EFSC graduates agree or strongly agree that EFSC is highly regarded in the community .
Almost 90 % of Brevard County business leaders agree or strongly agree that EFSC is highly regarded in the community .
Over 80 % of current students , faculty , staff , and EFSC graduates are very likely or likely to recommend EFSC to a family member , friend , or colleague as a place to consider for college .
Over 90 % of current students and EFSC graduates agree or strongly agree that EFSC is affordable .
Areas of Concern
60 % of faculty and staff rated the quality of communication across departments as poor or very poor . 41 % of faculty and staff rated opportunities for professional development and growth as poor or very poor .
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