M3 Final Research Paper Outline and References

M3 Final Research Paper Outline and References

This assignment is designed to help you prepare an outline for your term paper. The product of this assignment is an expanded proposal, including information on the references you are using. The proposal will help you:

• finalize the topic;
• organize your presentation of the material; and
• provide the basis for discussion between you and me.

The outline you submit now should follow the same organization as the final paper for this project. You should include the following in your outline:

Title:

A concise statement describing your subject. It may be refined later.

Introduction:

Provide the introductory section of your paper. In this section, state the purpose of the paper in a succinct declarative sentences.

1. The study will have a practical value and meaning for you.
2. The study will be based upon the concepts learned in the course.
3. The study will be based upon the concepts learned in the course.

Procedures:

Outline the remaining sections of your paper. What concepts from the course are applicable in each section? You must provide a sufficient description of each section so that I understand why the concepts cited are relevant.

Formatting

ALL submissions in this course MUST have your name on the first page, title of the paper, be in 10 – 12 pt. font, Arial or Times New Roman, using 1.5 line spacing. If you use charts or graphs, be careful that they are not there to take up paper space yet contribute to the integrity of your research. Normally such additional contextual information will be included with the paper as an annex or addendum.

References

Do not be limited to the text as your primarily source of information. You must draw on the readings from sources such as HR and business journals, information from an organization, and interviews with individuals who work in an HR position. Include a preliminary list of the references you will be using. For books, indicate which sections/chapters of the texts you will cite. Also be sure to include references which you have located through a library and/or Internet search. It is important that all references and quotes are cited correctly. All sources, including websites must be referenced in the Bibliography or References list. You must follow an accepted authority for style and form (e.g., APA style). Consult a style manual for help. You should also review the Resources for Success in the Course Information section of this course.