Continue with the scenario that you are the athletic director at Champ University, which is considering making the jump from Division II to Division I of the NCAA. As the athletic director, you will spearhead this momentous passage. Before you take your proposal to the University President and the Board of Regents, you realize you must do your homework and prepare your argument from all sides.
For this week’s assignment, conduct a SWOT analysis of Champ University’s athletic department and the possibility of moving from Division II to Division I.
Review the literature and example regarding how to conduct a SWOT analysis, what aspects are necessary to include in a SWOT analysis, and how this SWOT analysis will assist you in moving forward with your decision of moving divisions.
Remember that a SWOT analysis contains four elements: strengths, weaknesses, opportunities, and threats. Each element is just as important as the others. Be sure to highlight and develop multiple components within each category. It should be noted that when identifying and classifying relevant factors, the focus is not just on internal matters, but also external components that could influence the success of the athletic department and the university as a whole.
As always, you should discuss Champ’s mission, vision, values, and goals, and then reflect these in the university’s current or future plans. Be sure to explain why Champ University has been a successful athletic program and why it has the capacity to reposition itself as a Division I institution. Then, justify the strategies for advancement and expansion, and ways that a change of divisions could benefit the university and your athletic program. Be sure to also address any possible drawbacks of transitioning to Division I. Remember that bigger is not always better!
Research the requirements of a NCAA Division I institution and explain whether you think that Champ University has the ability to meet these standards.
Length: 5-7 pages, not including title and reference pages
References: Minimum of three to five scholarly resources
Your paper should demonstrate thoughtful consideration of the ideas and concepts presented in the course by providing new thoughts and insights relating directly to this topic. Your paper should reflect scholarly writing and current APA standards. Review The Basics of APA Style.
Resource links
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Answer previewThe Champ university has various strengthens, which, if leveraged well, may push it to Division I of NCAA (Hamidi, & Delbahari, 2011). First, the university is among the top-performing university in academics in the country. Champ university is ranked as 15th best national university and 7th best colleges for veterans in the country. Also, it is ranked as the 20th best university in the country for offering undergraduate teaching program. It is both locally and internationally recognized for producing highly qualified graduates and leaders, especially in the education programs. The facility has highly experienced and skilled university staff that equip students with the most advanced knowledge and skills. The university is well equipped with critical resources and facilities that is primal for a student excelling in the academic field. Such resources include libraries, ICT centers, reading areas, lecture whole, laboratories, and research centers, internet discussion bays, reading resources, and others. Rich educational environments ensure that the university produces highly academically qualified student-athletes[1943 Words]