Overview
Week 1 Assignment – Capstone Proposal
Resources
Review the Week 6/7 Final Projection and Presentation Overview Document
Introduction
You will work on your final capstone project and presentation throughout this class. Each week there will be a focus on individual elements required for the final project/presentation. This week, you will select your project and submit it for approval.
Activity Instructions
This capstone project is intended to provide you with a deliverable (portfolio-type) project that you can potentially implement into your current or future career. You want to choose an organization or company that offers real-world experience using the course learning outcomes from your entire MBA Program. You can use your company or one that you aspire to be involved with in the future. Other options include a non-profit, religious organization, family business, etc.
You cannot choose a company you have no access to – such as Apple, Google, etc., unless you are currently employed. The project proposal must be approved in week 1 by the instructor.
For your week 1 assignment, submit a Word document that identifies the following:
A. Summarize: Choose the Organization.
B. Identify a problem, challenge, or opportunity.
C. Provide a brief explanation as to why it was selected by listing goals of the project.
D. Conclude by crafting a problem statement for approval.
• Note – during week 1 and 2 you will do the research into the organization and why the proposal needs solutions and recommendations. This week you are only selecting the option and creating a problem statement.
Grading and Assessment: This assignment will earn a grade upon approval of the proposal.
Weekly Learning Outcome(s):
Week 1, LO 1: Identify goals for capstone experience(CLOs 1,2).
Due Date: by 11:55 pm ET on Sunday, Week 1