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How to Write Vision and Mission Statements Definition of a Vision A Vision is defined as 'An Image of the future we seek to create'. It is a dream.

Definition of a Mission A Mission is defined as 'Purpose, reason for being'. Defined simply "Who we are and what we do". It is the vehicle which leads to the vision.

What is the difference between Vision Statements and Mission Statements?

The definition for Vision Statements is a sentence or short paragraph providing a broad, aspirational image of the future. Vision Statements therefore contain details of the university's future - its vision ( the future plans with aims and objectives )These types of Statements focus on tomorrow.

A good definition for a Mission Statement is a sentence or short paragraph which is written by the organization which reflects its core purpose, identity, values and principle business aims.

Mission Statements therefore contain important information about a company in a nutshell. This should include the University mission ( what the PU does, its products, its services and its customers). How long are Vision Statements? A good statement is a sentence or short paragraph consisting of two to four sentences.

Some hints and tips on How to write a Vision Statement for those working in organizations, institutions and establishments:

Take your time when writing a Vision Statement. Its a hard but very important task, learning how to write a Vision Statement takes time! It needs to be positive and inspirational Get the 'feel' of Vision Statements by checking out Petra University Vision and Mission Statements at PU website. Most importantly: your vision and mission MUST go down- top i.e. : Vision and Mission of the Department MUST be in consistent with the Faculty's and the Faculty's MUST be in consistent with PU's. To make Life Easier: Your Vision is : to be a ...... what : (describe) ... to provide ..... what : (describe) for ... what ... in the field of .... what ... Your Mission is ... what you do ... for whom ... and how.

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