Grading
Rubrics Introduce the issue . Define the problem . Search the literature . Analyze the problem . Offer possible solutions . Propose a single solution . Develop an implementation plan . Justify why / how if your solution will solve the identified problem .
Your paper must include , but is not limited to , the following sections :
Category Points Description BACKGROUND 10 Describe the problem , organization , or situation you selected ; identify the specific issues of interest or controversy ; and present background / facts of the problem , organization , or situation that will enable the reader to clearly understand the issue . DEFINE THE PROBLEM 10 Identify and clearly state the problem , the management issue , in
which an element of the identified problem or situation is not meeting expectations . Remember that what appears to be the problem may actually be just a symptom of a bigger problem – dig deep to be sure you ' ve identified the real problems . If there appears to be more than one problem / issue , decide if they are separate or related issues .
State the problem in the form of a question . For example , if a work group is not performing effectively , an effective problem statement might be " How can the staff shortage improve ?" rather than simply " Short Staff problems ."
LITERATURE REVIEW 35
Present what you discovered in your search of the literature . Review issues , theories , concepts , and studies discussed in class and in our textbook , and review what other writers / researchers have to say about the subject of your analysis . Discuss the concepts , ideas , or insights that are most valuable in helping you make sense of your project . What theories can you use ?
What writers say something of value ? Why is it of value ? Which models are the least helpful , and why ? What theories or concepts will you challenge or criticize because your findings are different ? In short , demonstrate an understanding of the literature and apply it sensibly to the problem . This is not a course in applied commonsense ; however , such practical intelligence is important , especially in the application stage .
A literature review is like playing a video game in which you are in a chamber with many doors . As you open each door , you uncover clues to help you progress to the next level . Similarly , in a literature review , your objective is to open the doors that can point the way to solving your business problem . Begin your literature review with a broad look at your field of interest ,