I. Introduction
Goals and objectives are statements that describe what the project will accomplish, or the business value the project will achieve. The definition of goals and objectives is more of an art than a science and it can be difficult to define them and align them correctly. One of the keys to successful grant writing is the proper expression of goals and objectives. Although some people use the terms exchangeable, they actually denote separate and different concepts. The difference is simple but important.
I.1. Overview
This paper’s aim is to provide an overview of Goals and Objectives for PHD Candidacy: PHD, Applied Management Decision Sciences – Engineering Management.
Goals represent broad statements of the desired outcome, accomplishment or ultimate achievement. They use general terms and cannot be measured. It may be useful to think of a goal as an end.
Objectives describe the specific measures used to determine whether the goal has been achieved. They use precise language and it can be measured. Objectives may be thought of as the means to the end.
I.2. Definition of Goals and Objectives
I.2.1. Goals
Goal is the mark or limit set to meet a certain criteria or aim. It is a specific planned result of a strategy; used interchangeably with objective. The term “goal” is used in a wide variety of ways in planning; e.g. as a strategic result or outcome; an objective, a measure, a target, etc. They provide programmatic direction. They focus on ends rather than means. Example: provide high quality information services that satisfy user needs.
I.2.1. Objectives
Objective is the individual steps needed to meet Educational and Professional Goals. Objectives are clear, realistic, specific, measurable, and time-limited, statements of action which when completed will move towards goal achievement. Objectives tell how to meet a goal.
Objective is an aim or intended result of a strategy. It is an exact, quantifiable, intermediate end that is achievable and marks progress toward a goal. Objectives are concrete statements that describe the things the project is trying to achieve.
I.3. Concept Mapping of Overall Goals & Objectives
Using fast, learners will make use of keywords, symbols, colors and graphics to form nonlinear networks of potential ideas and observations, given the Inspiration concept-mapping program.
At conclusion of this paper, the learners will be able to learn by integrating new information with their prior knowledge. They need to demonstrate their understanding of connections between ideas, specifically how they are interrelated.
Learners should always start with where they want to end up Then ask themselves questions that help them get where they want to go, such as :where do I want to end?; how do I want to get there?; how do I know when I have arrived?; and where do I allow for revision & feedback?
I.4. Goals
Instructional goals are statements of what Learners should be able to do at the conclusion of instruction. Goals should be written in “performance terms” in order to achieve the requirements for stated outcomes. Performance terms describe what performance learners will demonstrate (what observable things they must be able to do) to show they have learned what was required.
The goal in this paper is to get title of “Master the Theoretical Skills of Applied Management and Decision Sciences – Engineering Management”. Learners can use Methods and Tools necessary to manage strategic business organizations, providing leadership within changing organizations, assess critically and develop action plans, and making collaborative/concurrent engineering management.
With all those explained above, its expected could make learners to develop the Skills Necessary to Be Successful in Doctoral Studies.
Goals are most important. The project decider needs to understand the goals that the project is trying to contribute. The goals should reflect the mission of the application. Keep this in mind as we draft our goals, and take our time when we do. Our goals, and how we plan to meet them, may be what makes our application stand out from all the others.
I.5. Objectives
The objectives, on the other hand, should detail the steps we expect to take in order to achieve the goal. This is where the “who, what, when, where and how” elements fit in.
The objectives need on this case are includes demonstrating a Comprehensive Understanding of Key Applied Management and Decision Science Theories. It also need to demonstrate Understanding of the Variety of Contemporary Theories that are Used in Current Organizations; Competency in the Design and Execution of Qualitative and Quantitative Projects, Giving Attention to Ethics, Sampling, Measurements, and Analysis, by apply one or more Quantitative or Qualitative Research Methods to explore Applied Science Research. Finally yet importantly, it also needs to write clearly and directly, using the Style and Language of the Discipline.
The project objectives, and the goals we support, should be defined and agreed upon before the project starts. The deliverables of the project are created based on the objectives, not the other way around. That is, we should not agree on the deliverables first and then establish objectives to match. We must understand the objectives of a project and then determine what deliverables are needed to reach them.
II. Summary
Goals should be stated first and should be general. They are best when categorized around major responsibilities, areas of need, or programs. Objectives should be written for each goal because they specify how we will accomplish the goal. They need end dates.
According the topics in this paper, learners need to design, develop, implement & evaluate all components of Applied Management and Decision Sciences. They should create Mapping Overall Goals & Objectives to Program Requirements that includes Principles of Social/Human Development, Principles of Organizational and Social Systems, Management in a Globally Competitive Environment, and Advanced Studies in Engineering Management.
Our final task is to describe the activities that we plan to undertake in order to affect the objectives and reach our goal. The activities should not repeat the objectives, but instead, should tell the learner how the objectives will be carried out.
It is important for learners to understand the basics of goals and objectives before moving on into strategies, action steps, etc. Try thinking about topics and it will be easier to identify goals and then get very specific with objectives. This will help to get the strategic plan started correctly.
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