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Group Analytical Report Proposal Project

Purpose: To communicate a business related issue in the context of understanding and analyzing a specific issue or concern management faces in the workplace and communicating its significance and methods to resolve them. The Formal Analytical Report follows a similar criteria as the 5 step analysis only it expands upon an issue with research included.

The Situation:You will propose an analysis and resolution for a business issue or concern, maybe something that you are aware of or facing right now in your current workplace, or something that you see significantly across the board in current, modern workplaces and attempt to convince your audience (all your classmates and myself), and the specific audience of your company that faces these issues to address them and pay attention to what you propose and CLEARLY SEE the issue and its significance.

The Task:

Step 1 - With your group, come to an agreement as to one (1) main issue or concern that you feel warrants attention. This is going to require some research. Then, develop an outline (Or a Table of Contents - See sample report on portal) that can lead you in a productive direction on how to approach and communicate this issue. (again sample report on portal will be helpful). A topic proposal will be the first thing due. I will explain in class and see portal for specific dates.

Step 2 - Determine your team responsibilities. The key to this project is collaboration. You need to work together to draft an effective report and presentation. I will not set a limit or micro-manage your group decisions butit must be within reason and supported by the group as a whole. You may need to do additional research and delegating those responsibilities can make or brake your final grade.

Step 3 - Create a formal analytical report that you will be able to use to present your proposal to prospective companies, organizations, affiliations, shareholders, financial institutions, legal firms, or whoever may need the information you provide.

Requirements:This assignment is worth 150 points (+ 50 for presentation)

• The format and style of this plan must conform to the standards for the Formal Analytical Report (posted on Moodle).

• The text of the plan must be at least 4-6 pages, single-spaced. This does not include introductory materials, bibliography, and appendices.

• Do not submit the plan in a folder.

• Sources must be cited in the body of the plan (parenthetical citations).

• Citations must conform to APA style.

• Proposal must includea minimum of five sources (including interviews and/or surveys).

• Spell check and proofread carefully.

• Every member of the team will receive the same grade on the plan, but presentation scores will be individual.

Expected student outcome: You will develop a better understanding of the theory and organization that lies beneath the surface of successful businesses.

Assessment: I'll be looking for analysis above all. Look into the issues surrounding your proposal as well as at them. Provide a context and boundaries to help me understand exactly what you are trying to do. I will also be looking for mechanical excellence, format, and citation style.