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,