In this assignment, you will compare how two companies, within the same industry, approach a specific business issue in the workplace. Acceptable issues include: a) motivating employees, b) corrective action, c) incentive programs, d) executive recruiting and training e) project management, f) diversity, g) responding to changes in addition to any topics we discussed in the class discussion forum.
This project is broken into the following parts:
- Proposal due in module 1 (via Discussion Board)
- Research Paper due in module 5 (Assignment drop box)
- Powerpoint Presentation due in module 5 (submit via both Assignment drop box and Discussion Board)
Proposal (due in module 1)
Post in the discussion forum a 1-2 paragraph introducing the companies that you will be discussion and the issue that you will be analyzing. You and your classmates can comment and offer suggestions to each other. I will only comment if I see a problem with your proposal.
Research Paper (due in module 5)
Prepare at least a 5 full page research paper on your chosen topic (not including the required 1 page for cover page, 1 page for references, tables and diagrams)
- The report MUST be written in concise and fluent English.
- A well-written, purposive, directive ,and comprehensive report.
- Appearance: double-spaced, 12 point Times New Roman front and free of typographical errors.
- Paragraphs should be indented and no longer than 5 sentences.
- Meets APA compliance standards. Properly formatted citations are a must!
Presentation (due in module 5 )
Prepare an 7-10 slide PowerPoint presentation that summarizes your project.
Submit via the Canvas Messaging system.
The Research Paper Project is due Sunday at 11:59 PM EST, at the end of Module 5.
- Submit your Research Paper document in .doc or .docx format via the drop box.
- Submit your Presentation PowerPoint in .ppt or .pptx format via the Canvas Messaging system.