Unit Commanders' Course 1

Setting Goals and Objectives

Main Points

– The importance of setting goals and objectives.

– Definition of a goal.– Characteristics of goals.– Definition of an objective.– Characteristics of objectives.– Setting effective objectives and

goals.

Unit Commanders' Course 2

Setting Goals and Objectives

Overview

This segment will examine what goals and objectives are, and how they can

help you more effectively manage your unit.

Unit Commanders' Course 3

Setting Goals and Objectives

Participants will:

• discuss the importance of setting goals and objectives.

• define the term goal in their own words.• describe the characteristics of a goal.• define the term objective in their own

words.• describe the characteristics of objectives.• explain how to set effective goals and

objectives.

Unit Commanders' Course 4

Setting Goals and Objectives

Goals and objectives provide the framework that makes achievement

possible.

Unit Commanders' Course 5

Setting Goals and Objectives

The importance of setting goals and objectives

•Goals share vision•Setting goals and publicizing them communicates your vision.•Goals motivate members toward achievement.•Goals and objectives provide a roadmap to success.

Unit Commanders' Course 6

Setting Goals and Objectives

Definition of a goal

• A goal is a broad-scoped end -- the desired result.– An end result to reach for.– A dream with a deadline.

• Goals are generally strategic in nature.

Unit Commanders' Course 7

Setting Goals and Objectives

Characteristics of goals“SMAC”

• Specific (understandable)• Measurable (know when it’s done)• Achievable (within capabilities)• Compatible (fits CAP’s mission and wing

goals)• Examples/Nonexample

Unit Commanders' Course 8

Setting Goals and Objectives

Definition of an objective

• An objective is an action step intended to reach a goal.

• Objectives are tactical.

Unit Commanders' Course 9

Setting Goals and Objectives

Characteristics of objectives

• Specific• Measurable• Achievable• Compatible (with the goal the objective

supports)• Examples/Nonexample

Unit Commanders' Course 10

Setting Goals and Objectives

Setting effective goals and objectives

• Formatting a goal

• Formulating objectives

• Periodic maintenance and follow-up

Unit Commanders' Course 11

Setting Goals and Objectives

Exercise