Proposal

Submit proposal for final paper.  The proposal should include a brief explanation of the topic. 

The proposal will consist of a problem statement or improvement opportunity, background information relating the problem or opportunity and a preliminary outline.

Background Information: For the problem statement or improvement opportunity, explain how you identified the situation, (background) and why it is important to research this problem or improvement opportunity (significance).  

Topic: Pick anything related to Strategic Planning

You are required to relate your selected, work situation to at least two (2) topics from the book, and find at least four (4) scholarly and trade articles to support your argument or analysis. Students must submit their topic for instructor approval during the second week of class. The proposal should include a brief explanation of the topic. The structure of this paper is up to the individual student.

Book: Gamble, J., M. Peteraf, and A. Thompson. (2015). Essentials of Strategic Management The Quest for             Competitive Advantage 4^th ed.  McGraw-Hill, NY. ISBN-10: 0132102927