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Capstone Project Student Guide

This course serves as the culminating experience for the Master of Science in Leadership (MSL)student. It allows you an opportunity to put into practice theories and concepts from prior courses, and demonstrate the knowledge, skills, and attitudes of a contemporary leader. You will engage in a capstone project where you can apply what you have learned in the MSL program. You will develop and implement a project within your organization or another community withwhich you are affiliated (e.g., a volunteer organization, church, professional organization). The capstone project can range in experience, focus, and need. For example, students may find enhanced training on technology could be beneficial, while others might propose a new professional development process or even a mentorship program within their organization. Past coursework can be very helpful - consider the innovation project you proposed (but did not execute) in LDR-640. You will spend 15-20 hours implementing and facilitating the capstone project, in addition to the time spent planning, evaluating, and reflecting on the implementation, so make sure you identify a project that will allow you to develop and explore something of interest to you. The capstone project process will also help you develop a professional portfolio that represents your learning experience and leadership abilities as a University MSL graduate. More information about the portfolio can be found in the Topic 7 Benchmark - CapstoneExecutive Summary Report and Leadership Portfolio assignment.Capstone Project OutlineThe outline below includes the key deliverables for the project. Individual assignments and discussion requirements are provided on the course syllabus. If you have questions after reviewing the course materials, please contact your instructor for clarity.

Topic 1:There are no project assignments due in Topic 1, but you should begin to narrow down the organization. Evaluate any organizations that come to mind and identify a need that could be served by the capstone project. Discussion questions for this topic offer opportunities to "thinkout loud" with your classmates and gain insight from your peers and instructor.

Directions: Answer both questions fully by giving details and elaborating on ideas. Use 100% original work, no plagiarism and each question should be done separately

1. Review the "Capstone Project Student Guide." Describe your initial ideas for approaching the project: What organizations come to mind? What type of project are you interested in conducting? Why would your project be valuable for the organization you are considering? Consider this discussion forum an opportunity to brainstorm ideas and gain feedback from your peers.

2. What personal or professional experience inspired your interest in your capstone project idea? Is it based on a need you have experienced from leadership? A personal passion? What leadership theories and concepts from your past courses could you draw upon as you engage in the project?