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Faculty Comments: Thank you for Week 4 – Assignment 1. I have graded your Application to reflect the Rubric assessment: DDBA_8300_Week_4_Assignment_Rubric. Grade: 85/100 = 68/80

DDBA_8300_Week_4_Assignment 1_Rubric

Superior Criteria

Excellent Criteria

Satisfactory Criteria

Marginal

Criteria

Unsatisfactory Criteria

Not

Submitted

Element 1a:

Initial Post –

Quantitative

Problem

Statement

(Hook

& Anchor

Statements)

Points:

8 (10%)

Student presents a well-written hook (WOW statement) statement that includes a correctly formatted APA citation and a well-written anchor statement that demonstrates the magnitude of the business problem and includes a correctly formatted APA citation from a quantitative perspective. There are no errors.

Points:

7.6 (9.5%)

Points:

6.8 (8.5%)

Student presents a hook (WOW statement) statement that includes a correctly formatted APA citation and an anchor statement that demonstrates the magnitude of the business problem and includes a correctly formatted APA citation from a quantitative perspective; however, the hook does not provide sufficient impact or anchor does not provide a number demonstrating magnitude or citations are not appropriate.

Points:

6 (7.5%)

Student presents a cursory or incomplete hook (WOW statement) statement and/or a cursory or incomplete anchor statement that is not appropriate for a quantitative problem statement and/or is missing citations.

Points:

4 (5%)

Does not meet minimal standards.

Points:

0 (0%)

Did not submit element.

Element 1b:

Initial Post –

Quantitative

Problem

Statement

(General &

Specific

Business

Statements)

Points:

8 (10%)

Student presents a well-written general business statement that identifies an over-arching business problem and a well-written specific business problem that identifies who has the problem from a quantitative perspective. There are no errors.

Points:

7.6 (9.5%)

Points:

6.8 (8.5%)

Student presents a general business statement that identifies an over-arching business problem and a specific business problem that identifies who has the problem from a quantitative perspective; however, the general and/or specific business statements are not clear, are missing some details, and/or are not relevant to leaders in business.

Points:

6 (7.5%)

Student presents cursory or incomplete general business statement and/or cursory or incomplete specific business problem that does not align to the hook and anchor statements, is not a business problem, and/or is not appropriate for a quantitative study.

Points:

4 (5%)

Does not meet minimal standards.

Points:

0 (0%)

Did not submit element.

Element 2a: Initial

Post - Qualitative

Problem Statement

(Hook & Anchor

Statements)

Points:

8 (10%)

Points:

7.6 (9.5%)

Points:

6.8 (8.5%)

Student presents a hook (WOW statement) statement that includes a correctly formatted APA citation and an anchor statement that demonstrates the magnitude of the business problem and includes a correctly formatted APA citation from a qualitative perspective; however, the hook does not provide sufficient impact or anchor does not provide a number demonstrating magnitude or citations are not appropriate.

Points:

6 (7.5%)

Student presents a cursory or incomplete hook (WOW statement) statement and/or a cursory or incomplete anchor statement that is not appropriate for a qualitative problem statement and/or is missing citations.

Points:

4 (5%)

Does not meet minimal standards.

Points:

0 (0%)

Did not submit element.

Element 2b: Initial

Post - Qualitative

Problem Statement

(General & Specific

Business

Statements)

Points:

8 (10%)

Points:

7.6 (9.5%)

Points:

6.8 (8.5%)

Student presents a general business statement that identifies an over-arching business problem and a specific business problem that identifies who has the problem from a qualitative perspective; however, the general and/or specific business statements are not clear, are missing some details, and/or are not relevant to leaders in business.

Points:

6 (7.5%)

Points:

4 (5%)

Does not meet minimal standards.

Points:

0 (0%)

Did not submit element.

Element 3:

Description

and Rationale

for Changes

Points:

8 (10%)

Student presents a thorough and detailed 1-page description and rationale for changes made to both quantitative and qualitative problem statements, including supportive references to the Doctoral Study Rubric and Research Handbook. Several examples and sources support thinking.

Points:

7.6 (9.5%)

Points:

6.8 (8.5%)

Student presents 1-page description and rationale with some details regarding changes made to both quantitative and qualitative problem statements, including some supportive references to the Doctoral Study Rubric and Research Handbook. Some examples and sources support thinking.

Points:

6 (7.5%)

Student presents a cursory or incomplete 1-page description and rationale with vague or missing details regarding changes made to both quantitative and qualitative problem statements, including few supportive references to the Doctoral Study Rubric and Research Handbook. Few examples or sources support thinking.

Points:

4 (5%)

Does not meet minimal standards.

Points:

0 (0%)

Did not submit element.

Element 4:

Critical

Thinking

Points:

16 (20%)

Writing exhibits excellent evidence of thoughtful critical analysis and thinking; careful examination is made of assumptions and possible biases, with detailed supporting rationale. Writing synthesizes the classroom experiences and content; analyze patterns or connections between theory and practice; and draws logical conclusions based on well-reasoned, superb arguments.

Points:

15.2 (19%)

Points:

13.6 (17%)

Writing exhibits some evidence of thoughtful critical analysis and thinking. A good examination is made of assumptions and possible biases, with some supporting rationale. Writing synthesizes the classroom experiences and content; analyzes patterns or connections between theory and practice; and draws logical conclusions based on well-reasoned arguments adequately, but not superbly.

Points:

12 (15%)

Writing exhibits little evidence of thoughtful critical analysis and thinking. Examination is not made of assumptions and possible biases. Writing does not synthesize the classroom experiences and content; nor analyzes patterns or connections between theory and practice. Logical conclusions based on well-reasoned arguments are not exhibited.

Points:

8 (10%)

Does not meet minimal standards.

Points:

0 (0%)

Did not submit element.

Element 5: Written

Delivery Style

& Grammar

Points:

12 (15%)

Student consistently follows APA writing style and basic rules of formal English grammar and written essay style. Student communicates in a cohesive, logical style. There are no spelling or grammar errors.

Points:

11.4 (14.25%)

Student consistently follows APA writing style and basic rules of formal English grammar and written essay style. Student communicates in a cohesive, logical style. There are one or two minor errors in spelling or grammar.

Points:

10.2 (12.75%)

Student mostly follows APA writing style and basic rules of formal English grammar and written essay style. Student mostly communicates in a cohesive, logical style. There are some errors in spelling or grammar.

Points:

9 (11.25%)

Student does not follow APA writing style and basic rules of formal English grammar and written essay style and does not communicate in a cohesive, logical style.

Points:

6 (7.5%)

Does not meet minimal standards.

Points:

0 (0%)

Did not submit element.

Element 6: Formal

and Appropriate

Documentation

of Evidence,

Attribution of

Ideas (APA Citations)

Points:

12 (15%)

Student demonstrates full adherence to scholarly reference requirements and adheres to APA style with respect to source attribution, references, heading and subheading logic, table of contents and lists of charts, etc. There are no APA errors.

Points:

11.4 (14.25%)

Points:

10.2 (12.75%)

Student mostly adheres to scholarly reference requirements and/or mostly adheres to APA style with respect to source attribution, references, heading and subheading logic, table of contents and lists of charts, etc. Some errors in APA format and style are evident.

Points:

9 (11.25%)

Student demonstrates weak or inconsistent adherence scholarly reference requirements and/or weak or inconsistent adherence to APA style with respect to source attribution, references, heading and subheading logic, table of contents and lists of charts, etc. Several errors in APA format and style are evident.

Points:

6 (7.5%)

Does not meet minimal standards.

Points:

0 (0%)

Did not submit element.

Dispute Resolution and Employee Retention

Walden University

Qualitative and Quantitative Methodology for Applied Business Research

Dr. Rocky Dwyer

2/3/2019

Quantitative Problem Statement

The dispute in the concerned business revolves the lack of ideal dispute resolution methods. The lack of effective ways of dealing with dispute has led to an increased employee’s turnover. Rather than resolving the differences within the organization, many employees opt to resign from their positions. Between the year 2013 and 2018, government reports indicate that the employee’s turnover rate has increased by 7%. Similar sentiments are held by Presbitero (2016) as only a negligible portion of employees retire due to age while the largest portion retires due to unfavorable factors.

James (2016) is of the idea that managers can better retain the employees by making sure that there are adequate dispute resolution methods. Currently, there is a problem with many managers as they fail to acknowledge the role of dispute resolution methods in shaping the operations of an organization and fostering a positive organizational culture. The high turnover levels indicate that there is a strain between the management and the employees. Poor working relations between the two groups create some hurdles in the implementation of crucial policies and changes.

Qualitative Problem Statement

An increased employee’s turnover has adverse implications on the organizational performance’s levels. In a typical setting, the objective of any organization is maximizing the profit levels. However, the objective cannot be attained without an equal reduction in operational costs. In the case of the high employee’s turnover, there is the effect of increasing the hiring and other operational costs thus reducing the profit levels. Abu Bakar and Ishak (2012) notes that creating effective dispute resolution methods would come in handy in ensuring that all organizations register better financial performances.

According to Brennan & Cotgrave (2014), there is an equal need to determine the correlation between dispute resolution interventions and the employee’s turnover. Such a move will allow for the coming up with effective methods to deal with the problem as well as ensure that the employees record improved performances. It is worth noting that many businesses are keen on increasing their competitive advantage as well as adopting sustainable business models. These objectives can be attained by streamlining the operations of the workforce and equally fostering positive relations between the management and the employees.

Description and Rationale for Changes

The high turnover rate of employees is a threat to the competitive advantage and sustainability of business operations. It has adverse implications on the operational processes and deprives organizations valuable human resources. Additionally, it increases the operational costs through hiring and other operations (James, 2016). The cost of continuously hiring new workers has adverse implications and may make it ahead to attain the set goals. However, many measures can be put in place to address the issue. They would seek to ensure that the employees are content and productive.

There is the central need to ensure that the management remains responsive to the issues that are raised by the employees. An example is outlining policies that highlight the rights and duties of each individual. Through such an undertaking, there would be a minimal violation of the rights of the workers and would also seek to ensure that there are no conflicts of interest. Secondly, there is a similar need to have effective communication models. In most cases, disputes are due to miscommunication between the employees and the management. There is thus the central need for the employees to feel that their issues and interest are put into consideration by the administration.

There is a similar need to adopt policies and measures that foster the creation of a positive organizational culture. Rather than just focusing on the maximization of profits, a positive organizational culture is also keen in ensuring that the plight and interest of the workers are put into consideration (Presbitero et al. 2016). It has the benefit of ensuring that there is a positive collaboration between the management and the employees. While the employees would be keen on addressing the needs of the customers, it is imperative to note that the administration would take effective steps in improving the welfare of the employees. The failure to address these issues may have adverse implications on the profitability and efficacy of business operations in the long run period.

Ref erences

James, A.R. (2016). Because arbitration can be beneficial, it should never have to be mandatory: Making a case against compelled arbitration based upon pre-dispute agreements to arbitrate in consumer and employee adhesion contracts. Loyola Law Review, 62(2), 531–576

Presbitero, A., Roxas, B., & Chadee, D. (2016). Looking beyond HRM practices in enhancing employee retention in BPOs: focus on employee–organization value fit. International Journal of Human Resource Management, 27(6), 635–652. https://doi.org/10.1080/09585192.2015.1035306

Abu Bakar, A., & Ishak, N.M. (2012) Qualitative data management and analysis using NVivo: An approach used to examine leadership qualities among student leaders. Education Research Journal, 2(3), 94-103. Retrieved from http://www.resjournals.com/ERJ

Brennan, M. C., & Cotgrave, A. J. (2014). Sustainable development: A qualitative inquiry into the current state of the UK construction industry. Structural Survey, 32, 315-330. doi:10.1108/SS-02-2014-0010

�Secondary

The APA Margin Standard for paragraph alignment is: left – with a ragged edge on the right. Since I will not review further alignment issues beyond this point, you should review and revise all such instances throughout your paper to ensure it reflects APA requirements.

�Please follow the Rubric and use only peer reviewed sources or government statistics for the foundation of your study-your problem statement.

�Reword your SP to ensure alignment to the DBA Rubric to ensure you incorporate the elements for quantitative study- for example: The Specific problem statement is that some business leaders do not understand the relationship between (than state your dependent variable, followed by your independent.

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For grammatically correctness use past tense when writing about published literature. See APA 3.18 Page 78 top of page. Since I will not review further past tense issues beyond this point, you should review and revise all such instances throughout your paper to ensure it reflects APA requirements.

For example, Jones and Hoff (2011) stated.

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�DBA Rubric 1.3 (a-d). The Problem Statement needs to be succinctly written in 150 words as noted in the DBA Rubric.

The problem statement needs four elements:

Hook (with citation from the peer reviewed literature)

Anchor (with citation and statistic from the peer reviewed or government literature)

General business problem

Specific business problem (this is what you will study)

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�Secondary

There are errors in your references as per APA Chapter 7. Keep in mind there are four general sources of references for doctoral work, so ensure that your references meet the style and format requirements. See the examples below to support your APA knowledge and competence. As well, enhance your scholarly knowledge of APA by reviewing the resources and tutorials at: � HYPERLINK "https://academicguides.waldenu.edu/writingcenter/apa" �https://academicguides.waldenu.edu/writingcenter/apa�

Electronic Journal Articles (APA, p. 198)

LaPlante, J. M. (2011). Seven habits of unsustainable budget building: A state policy perspective. Journal of Public Budgeting, Accounting and Financial Management, 23, 215-267. doi:123456.abcd/x

LaPlante, J. M. (2011). Seven habits of unsustainable budget building: A state policy perspective. Journal of Public Budgeting, Accounting and Financial Management, 23, 215-267. Retrieved from http://pracademics.com/jpbafm.html

Book (APA, p. 202)

Ross, M. (2010). Branding basics for small business: How to create an irresistible brand on any budget. Bedford, IN: NorLights Press.

Chapter in an Edited Book (APA, p. 202)

Quinn, R. E. (2008). Moments of greatness: Entering the fundamental state of leadership. In J. V. Gallos (Ed.), Business leadership: A Jossey-Bass reader (pp. 142-154). San Francisco, CA: Jossey-Bass.

Dissertation (APA, p. 208)

Kirwan, J. G. (2005). An experimental study of the effects of small-group, face-to-face facilitated dialogues on the development of self-actualization levels: A movement towards fully functional persons (Doctoral dissertation). Retrieved from ProQuest Digital Dissertations and Theses database. (UMI No. 3159996)

Government or Corporate Websites (APA, p. 205 – See technical and Research Reports)

Office for Business & Community Economic Development. (2010). Small business profile list. Retrieved from http://www.bced.umn.edu/MapSB1.cgi

�Review Section 6.31 in the APA manual on electronic sources and locator information that is the preferred use of the DOI system. If there is no DOI available, you should include the URL to the journal’s home page to follow APA section 7.01 for when a DOI number is not available.

Follow APA section 7.01, p. 198 and use a doi number or journal home page URL if a doi is not available. Note that most journals have doi numbers. Use crossref.org to find the doi or run a Google search with the article name and doi to find doi numbers and then verify that the doi when entered into Google takes you to the correct article. It took less than 5-seconds to identify that the doi for this article was doi:10.1111/1468-0432.00174 Check all your articles below.

Note that databases such as ProQuest and EbscoHost do not publish journals and should not be listed on your reference list for journals.

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�Please review APA section 7.01, p. 198, bullet 3, on when to use or not to use an issue number in your references. In this case, you should verify if you should be using an issue number. Please review all references.

If you find that each issue of a volume begins on page 1, include the issue number in parentheses after the volume number in your reference. If the page numbers of issues within a volume are numbered continuously, include only the volume number in your reference.