general objective
[/ˈdʒɛnərəl əbˈdʒɛktɪv/]
noun phrasepl: general objectives
objetivo geral
1. A broad, overarching goal or aim that serves as the primary target or purpose of a project, organization, plan, or educational program
The general objective of the company is to increase market share by 25% within three years.
O objetivo geral da empresa é aumentar a participação no mercado em 25% nos próximos três anos.
2. In education and training, the main learning goal that students should achieve by completing a course or program
The general objective of this course is to develop critical thinking skills in students.
O objetivo geral deste curso é desenvolver habilidades de pensamento crítico nos alunos.
3. A high-level target that encompasses multiple specific objectives and strategies
Environmental sustainability is the general objective guiding all departmental initiatives.
A sustentabilidade ambiental é o objetivo geral que orienta todas as iniciativas departamentais.
In Brazilian business and educational contexts, 'objetivo geral' is a formal, widely-recognized term used in strategic planning, project proposals, and curriculum design. It reflects the influence of structured planning methodologies in Latin American management practices. The term is essential in academic writing and formal organizational documents in both Brazil and Portugal.
Related Idioms & Phrases
to keep one's eyes on the general objective
lose sight of the general objective
align with the general objective
manter o foco no objetivo geral
perder de vista o objetivo geral
alinhar-se com o objetivo geral
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