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HB 349 Management Decision Paper Guidelines and Deadlines:
There is a required research paper for the class. I will supply ideas to assist those who have trouble selecting a topic. The paper is to be an independent effort however I do encourage collaboration in developing and researching your topic. This is to be a position paper, which means you are to take a position (side) on a subject and write a paper defending your position. The subject should be topical and have critical issues that can be discussed. I must approve your topic before you begin work. Deadlines will be established for topic selection, rough draft and the final paper. Once again the paper is to be an independent effort, plagiarism will not be tolerated.
1. Select a topic or area that is interesting to you, that you have experience with, or feel passionate about. You can refer to the list of suggested topics to give you ideas, but I would prefer you select a topic on your own. If you have questions about your topic or problems selecting a topic come and see me.
2. After your topic has been approved I suggest you start with a working outline. The outline should present the major ideas and concepts you will use to describe, defend and present your position. You may use
paragraphs, bullets or numbers whatever works best for you.
3. You should have a minimum of three (3) references that you will use in your paper to help describe your topic and defend your position. The references can be from journals, trade publications, popular magazines, newspapers, books, web sites or any number of sources. The only requirement is that all of your references cannot come from one source. (i.e. all from the Internet or all from newspaper articles.) All references should be in American Psychological Association (APA) format. Here are some examples of APA format for references. If you need more information the APA style manual is available in the library. I also have a copy you can refer to if needed.
4. I will need to approve is a copy of the rough draft of your final paper. This should be a close facsimile of what you want your final paper to say. I will give you suggestions and provide comments and feedback that you can apply to the final paper. The rough draft is due soon but the earlier you submit it the sooner I can return it to you. Your rough draft should contain all citations and references.
6. The final paper is due end term. The final paper should be between 1800 and 2000 word, which is
approximately five to six pages of content in length not including the cover page, references or other attachments. It should be typed, double-spaced, 12 font with standard 1 inch margins top and bottom and
1.25 inch margins left and right (these are the default margins in MS Word). In addition to the six to seven pages you must attach a cover page with the title of your paper and your name and a page with your list of references.
7. Any and all of the above assignments may be submitted either in hard copy or electronically. Just keep in mind that if you submit your assignment electronically it still must be received before the posted deadline. Don’t try to submit something at the last minute and expect it to arrive on my computer instantaneously. I will be happy to accept completed assignments before the deadline.
8. Plagiarism will not be tolerated. Do not try to pass off something copied from the Internet as your own original thought, I can tell the difference. If you use it, source (cite) it.
9. I will grade the assignments leading up to the final paper solely on completeness. The final paper will be graded subjectively based on content, whether you were convincing, spelling and grammar. The grading for the assignments and paper will be as follows:
HB 349 Decision Paper Grading Criteria
Format requirements (15 pts.): Proper APA style (references & citations), correct paper format
Spelling & Grammar (10 pts.): -2 points for each error. More than 10 errors and I start taking points from Content
Content and research (25 pts.): Is the paper well researched, does the content relate to the subject and the research.
Clear, convincing position/points (35 pts.): Can I determine your position/points and can I make a
management decision based on your paper.
Total (85 points): Your final position paper must be a minimum of 1800 words (about 6 pages) of content. In addition to the 6 pages of content you also must have a cover page with your name and the title of your paper and a page (or more) of the references cited in your paper in the correct APA format.