Discuss IIBA CBAP Exam Topic 2 Question 115

Paul has been asked to complete SWOT analysis for his solution scope. What does SWOT analysis mean?

AStrengths, Weaknesses, Opportunities, Time

BStakeholder Weaknesses, Organizational Threats

CStakeholders Weaknesses, Organization, Threats

DStrengths, Weaknesses, Opportunities, Threats

Suggested Answer: D

SWOT analysis is a technique for assessing the internal and external factors that may affect the feasibility, acceptability, and suitability of a proposed solution or solution approach. It evaluates the strengths and weaknesses of the solution or solution approach, as well as the opportunities and threats in the business environment. SWOT analysis helps to identify the key issues and risks that need to be addressed or mitigated, as well as the potential benefits and advantages that can be leveraged or enhanced.Reference:

A Guide to the Business Analysis Body of Knowledge (BABOK Guide), Version 3, Chapter 10: Techniques, Section 10.50: SWOT Analysis

SWOT Analysis: How To With Table and Example - Investopedia

SWOT - Definition, Examples, Process, Uses - Corporate Finance Institute

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21 comments · newest first

Dyan 11 months ago

Wait, are we sure it's not about time? Sounds weird.

Rolland 11 months ago

I thought it was about stakeholders, not threats.

Terrilyn 11 months ago

Yeah, D is the right answer. No doubt about it!

Rosalind 11 months ago

Totally agree with D! That's the classic definition.

Lelia 11 months ago

It's definitely Strengths, Weaknesses, Opportunities, Threats!

Lon 12 months ago

I'm pretty confident that SWOT is about Strengths and Weaknesses, but I can't recall the full acronym. I hope it's not one of the other options!

Delmy 12 months ago

I keep mixing up the terms. Wasn't there something about stakeholders in one of the practice questions?

Virgina 1 year ago

I remember practicing a question like this, and I think the correct answer is D. It just makes sense with the context of analyzing a solution.

Francoise 1 year ago

I think SWOT stands for Strengths, Weaknesses, Opportunities, and Threats, but I'm not entirely sure.

Ricki 1 year ago

I'm feeling confident about this one. SWOT analysis is a well-known tool for evaluating the factors that can impact a solution or project. The answer is definitely Strengths, Weaknesses, Opportunities, and Threats.

Jonelle 1 year ago

Okay, I've got this. SWOT is a strategic planning framework that looks at the internal Strengths and Weaknesses of a solution, as well as the external Opportunities and Threats. Option D is the correct answer.

Gilma 1 year ago

Hmm, I'm a bit confused by this question. I know SWOT has something to do with analyzing a solution, but I can't quite remember the full meaning. I'll have to think this through carefully.

Oneida 1 year ago

I'm pretty sure SWOT stands for Strengths, Weaknesses, Opportunities, and Threats, so I'll go with option D.

Carin 1 year ago

Hmm, let's see... Strengths, Weaknesses, Opportunities, and Threats. Seems pretty straightforward, right? I'm going with D.

Clement 1 year ago

I'm not sure, but I think SWOT analysis helps in understanding the internal and external factors affecting a project.

Arlene 1 year ago

I agree with Tamar, SWOT analysis is about analyzing Strengths, Weaknesses, Opportunities, and Threats.

Tamar 1 year ago

I think the answer is D) Strengths, Weaknesses, Opportunities, Threats.

Delbert 1 year ago

Oof, SWOT analysis? Sounds like something straight out of a corporate jargon playbook. I'm going to have to think long and hard on this one.

Joanna 1 year ago

↳ replying to Delbert

D) Strengths, Weaknesses, Opportunities, Threats

Virgie 1 year ago

↳ replying to Delbert

A) Strengths, Weaknesses, Opportunities, Time

Ulysses 1 year ago

↳ replying to Delbert

A) Strengths, Weaknesses, Opportunities, Time

IIBA CBAP Exam - Topic 2 Question 115 Discussion