Writing SMART Goal/Objectives S Specific M ... - Benedict College
Writing SMART Goal/Objectives S Specific M ... - Benedict College
Writing SMART Goal/Objectives S Specific M ... - Benedict College
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<strong>Writing</strong> <strong>SMART</strong> <strong>Goal</strong>/<strong>Objectives</strong><br />
In order to develop a good proposal, the developer must ensure that goals/objectives of<br />
the proposed project are <strong>SMART</strong>. Well defined goals/objectives guarantee that your<br />
proposed project is clearly focused. A realistic set of goals and objective should usually<br />
be limited to only 3-4.<br />
As a <strong>Benedict</strong> <strong>College</strong> employee, all goals should be linked to a goal(s) in your academic<br />
Department, Division, and one of the <strong>College</strong>’s Strategic Directions (The <strong>Benedict</strong> <strong>College</strong><br />
Strategic Directions for 2008-2012 can be found on the <strong>College</strong>’s website and in the Resources section on<br />
the Foundation Relations webpage).<br />
<strong>SMART</strong> goals/objectives have the following characteristics:<br />
S<br />
M<br />
A<br />
R<br />
T<br />
<strong>Specific</strong><br />
Measurable<br />
Attainable or Achievable<br />
Results oriented<br />
Time framed<br />
<strong>Specific</strong><br />
Measurable<br />
Attainable<br />
Results Oriented<br />
Time Framed<br />
<strong>Goal</strong>s/objectives should be clearly written and describe what you<br />
plan to do. The questions of Who, What, and Why are answered.<br />
<strong>Goal</strong>s should be measurable. At the end of the project period, you<br />
should have numerical evidence that you have accomplished your<br />
goal(s).<br />
<strong>Goal</strong>s should be realistic. Are you actually able to achieve this<br />
goal in the by the end of your project period (Limit only to 3-4<br />
objectives.)<br />
<strong>Goal</strong>s should be aligned with the purpose and reason of the<br />
proposed project. Note: Your goals should measure the expected<br />
outcome of your project, not the activities or methods.<br />
<strong>Goal</strong>s should have a stated completion date.<br />
Smart <strong>Goal</strong> Example:<br />
By May 31, 2015, increase the number of young alumni in South Carolina that have<br />
joined the <strong>Benedict</strong> <strong>College</strong> National Alumni Association from 42 to 52.<br />
The following <strong>SMART</strong> <strong>Goal</strong> Worksheet can help you in developing goals/objectives.<br />
Start the process by writing your goal as clearly as possible. Then answer the related<br />
questions. Finish by rewriting your goal!<br />
Good Luck! If you should have any questions, don’t hesitate in contacting the<br />
Foundation Relations staff.
<strong>SMART</strong> <strong>Goal</strong> Worksheet<br />
<strong>Goal</strong><br />
<strong>Specific</strong>: Who What<br />
Measurable: How<br />
Attainable: Reasonable<br />
Results Oriented: Expected result<br />
Time Frame: When<br />
New Smart <strong>Goal</strong>
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