SWOT ANALYSIS RESULTS

NO

STRENGTHS

WEAKNESSES

OPPORTUNITIES

THREATS

1.

First provider of BSc nurse training in the country

Non-availability of clinical teaching staff

Recognized institution worldwide: rated on position 1 in Zambia

Continued increased competition who have stepped up marketing and advertising rapidly

2.

Established programme since 1989

Non-availability of independent science laboratory

Strong partnerships with global and regional institutions

Changes in clinical placement regulations especially introduction of mandatory clinical placement fees

3.

Successful different modes of implementation: full time and distance

Limited infrastructure

Expansion of online programmes

Economic downturn

4.

Quality of staff

Intermittent internet connectivity

Good will from stakeholders