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Business Question

Post ID: 3497776

  1. This assignment addresses learning outcomes including:
    • CLO1 - Integrate key degree program concepts to produce a solution to a business issue.
    • CLO2 - Demonstrate team-building and business decision-making skills.
    • CLO3 - Evaluate different business strategies.
    • CLO4 - Debate and defend ethical behavior in strategic decision-making.
    • CLO5 - Formulate revised strategies.
    • The course provides a capstone experience by examining and finding alternative solutions for an existing business issue or for capturing a business opportunity with the use of concepts and knowledge gained in the prior courses taken in this degree program.Assignment Short Written APA formatted paper.Length: 2-3 pages (double-spaced) Format APA with at least 2 scholarly references.Project Title:Strategic Planning BasicsObjective:To review the core concepts of strategic planning and reflect on their importance in organizational success.Instructions1. Define Strategic Planning
        • In your own words, explain what strategic planning means. (Cite the source you are paraphrasing.)
        • Why do organizations use strategic planning?
    • 2. Identify One Framework
        • Choose one strategic planning tool, i.e. (SWOT Analysis, Porter's Five Forces, Balanced Scorecard).
        • Briefly describe how it works and why it is useful
    • 3. Reflection
        • Discuss one advantage and one limitation of strategic planning.
        • Share your thoughts on whether theory is always necessary for practice.

Paper Sections and Formatting Instructions:

  • Title Page:
    Format according to APA 7th edition style. (Note: An abstract is not required for this assignment.)
  • Introduction:
    Begin with a Level One Heading: Introduction (Centered and Bold).
    Provide a clear and concise introduction to the topic, including a thesis statement and the organization to be investigated.
  • Main Components:
    Each component should be discussed under a Level Two Heading:
    Example: Strategic Planning Tool
    (Left-aligned, Bold, Title Case).
  • Discussion Prompts:
    Each sub-discussion prompt should be addressed under a Level Three Heading:
    Example: How it Works
  • Why it is Useful
    (Left-aligned, Bold Italic, Title Case).
  • Summary
  • Reference Page:
    Include a minimum of two peer-reviewed sources (more will probably be needed) - not including the textbook.
    Ensure all sources are credible, recent (within the last five years), and cited properly in APA format.
    The reference page should be on a separate page, formatted according to APA standards.

Assignment Instructions:

  • Review the Rubric:
    Consult the grading rubric for detailed criteria related to content, format, and application of weekly readings, learning objectives, and outside research.
  • Content Requirements:
    • Minimum length of 2 - 3 pages (more is not always better) of written content (excluding the title page, reference page.
    • Clearly demonstrate understanding of course concepts and outside research.
  • Research and Sources:
    • Use a minimum of two peer-reviewed sources from the FSW library databases; no textbook or internet sources are permitted.
    • Sources must be paraphrased; no direct quotes are allowed.
    • All sources should be recent, published within the last five years.
  • Writing Style and Formatting:
    • Write in the third person (e.g., “This researcher…”). Avoid using “I,” “we,” “you,” or similar indefinite pronouns.
    • Use 12-point Times New Roman font, double-spaced throughout.
    • Follow APA formatting for in-text citations and references - if it is referenced and not cited in the text, the reference is meaningless.
    • Ensure proper paragraph indentation and coherent paragraph structure.
    • Avoid bullet points; use paragraph formatting.
  • Writing Quality:
    • Spelling, grammar, and style should be professional and polished.
    • Submit original work that has not been previously submitted, purchased, or shared.
  • Submission:
    • Review your file after uploading to Canvas to ensure it is correctly uploaded and viewable.
    • Late submissions or submission of incorrect files will not be accepted as valid excuses.
  • A minimum of 2 - 3 full pages - not including the title page and reference page and attachments
  • A minimum of 2 peer-reviewed sources (not including the textbook) from the FSW library databases must be cited in the text of the paper. See the link to the Florida SouthWestern State College Library Research Tutorial. Be sure to review how to find peer-reviewed (scholarly) articles. The FSW librarians and your instructor can also assist with researching the databases.
  • Do not use any textbook as a source.
  • Do not use internet sources as support.
  • All sources must be recent and published within the last five years.
  • Do not use direct quotes. Be sure to paraphrase. Do not copy and paste. The FSW Writing Centers offer assistance with writing through virtual meetings. Grammarly.com is also helpful.
  • Use APA to properly cite all sources.
    • Make sure your paper begins with a Level One Heading: Introduction (Do not confuse an Introduction with an Abstract) NO ABSTRACT IS REQUIRED FOR THIS ASSIGNMENT
    • Include a properly formatted APA cover sheet.
    • Include a properly formatted APA reference page.
    • Use 12 point Times New Roman font.
    • Double-space the entire paper.
    • Accurate In-text citations must be included.
    • APA documentation and formatting style used appropriately (including in-text citations, reference entries, and format).
  • A thorough analysis of the topic in relation to management, leadership, and course learning outcomes.
  • Spelling, grammar, and writing style
  • Write in the third person - such as, “This researcher…”, “This student…”, Do not use “I”, “we”, “our”, “you”, or any other forms of indefinite you.
  • Avoid bullet points.
  • Make sure you use paragraph formatting
  • Submit your own original work. Do not submit work previously submitted to any course - including your own work, that of other students, or any work that is purchased or traded from the online cheating sites, such as coursehero.
  • Be sure to review your assignment after submitting it in Canvas in the assignment link. Submitting an assignment that cannot be viewed, or submitting the wrong file do not constitute valid excuses for re-submitting after the due date.