BUS 461 Final Paper
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Submit a six to eight-page paper (not including the title and reference pages) on one of the major topics listed below. Incorporate at least two related scholarly sources:
- Linear and integer programming modeling
- Network modeling
- Project scheduling modeling
- Time series forecasting
- Inventory
- Queuing modeling
- Simulation modeling
The paper must (a) identify the main issues in the chosen area, (b) apply and reference new learning to the chosen area, (c) build upon class activities or incidents that facilitated learning and understanding, and (d) present specific current and/or future applications and relevance to the workplace. The emphasis of the paper should be on modeling application, outcomes, and new learning.
Writing the Final Paper
The Final Paper:
- Must be six to eight double-spaced pages in length and formatted according to APA style as outlined in the approved APA style guide.
- Must include a cover page that includes:
- Title of paper
- Student’s name
- Course name and number
- Instructor’s name
- Date submitted
- Must include an introductory paragraph with a succinct thesis statement.
- Must address the topic of the paper with critical thought.
- Must conclude with a restatement of the thesis and a conclusion paragraph.
- Must use at least two resources.
- Must use APA style as outlined in the approved APA style guide to document all sources.
- Must include, on the final page, a Reference Page that is completed according to APA style as outlined in the approved APA style guide.
BUS461.W5A1.04.2013
Description:
Total Possible Score: 30.00
Organization: Introduction, Thesis Statement, and Conclusion
Distinguished - Paper is logically organized with a well-written introduction, thesis statement, and conclusion.
Proficient - Paper is logically organized with an introduction, thesis statement, and conclusion. One of these requires improvement.
Basic - Paper is organized with an introduction, thesis statement, and conclusion. One or more of the introduction, thesis statement, and/or conclusion require improvement
Below Expectations - Paper is loosely organized with an introduction, thesis statement, and conclusion. The introduction, thesis statement, and/or conclusion require much improvement.
Non-Performance - The introduction, thesis statement, and conclusion are either nonexistent or lack the components described in the assignment instructions.
Identifies the Main Issues in the Chosen Area
Distinguished - Accurately identifies the main issues in the chosen area, demonstrating a thorough understanding of the concepts presented throughout the course.
Proficient - Identifies the main issues in the chosen area, demonstrating an understanding of the concepts presented throughout the course.
Basic - Minimally identifies the main issues in the chosen area, demonstrating a rudimentary understanding of the concepts presented throughout the course.
Below Expectations - Attempts to identify the main issues in the chosen area; however, an understanding of the concepts presented throughout the course is not demonstrated.
Non-Performance - The identification of the main issues in the chosen area is either nonexistent or lacks the components described in the assignment instructions.
Applies and References New Learning to the Chosen Area
Distinguished - Thoroughly applies and references new learning to the chosen area. Expertly utilizes concepts and vocabulary from the text and/or additional scholarly research.
Proficient - Applies and references new learning to the chosen area. Utilizes concepts and vocabulary from the text and/or additional scholarly research. Minor details are missing.
Basic - Briefly applies and references new learning to the chosen area. Minimally utilizes concepts and vocabulary from the text and/or additional scholarly research. Relevant details are missing
Below Expectations - Attempts to apply and reference new learning to the chosen area; however, concepts and vocabulary from the text and/or additional scholarly research are not utilized. Significant details are missing.
Non-Performance - The application and reference of new learning to the chosen area are either nonexistent or lack the application components described in the assignment instructions.
Builds Upon Class Activities or Incidents that Facilitate Learning and Understanding of the Chosen Area
Distinguished - Thoroughly builds upon class activities that facilitate learning and understanding of the chosen area. Utilizes strong, relevant examples to illustrate points.
Proficient - Builds upon class activities that facilitate learning and understanding of the chosen area. Utilizes examples to illustrate points.
Basic - Somewhat builds upon class activities or incidents that facilitate learning and understanding of the chosen area. Utilizes limited examples to illustrate points.
Below Expectations - Attempts to build upon class activities that facilitate learning and understanding of the chosen area; however, examples are not utilized to illustrate points.
Non-Performance - The building upon class activities or incidents that facilitate learning and understanding of the chosen area is either nonexistent or lacks the application components described in the assignment instructions
Presents Specific Current and/or Future Applications and Relevance to the Workplace
Distinguished - Thoroughly presents specific current and/or future applications and relevance to the workplace. Expertly utilizes concepts and vocabulary from the text and/or additional scholarly research.
Proficient - Presents specific current and/or future applications and relevance to the workplace. Sufficiently utilizes concepts and vocabulary from the text and/or additional scholarly research. Minor details are missing.
Basic - Vaguely presents specific current and/or future applications and relevance to the workplace. Minimally utilizes concepts and vocabulary from the text and/or additional scholarly research. Relevant details are missing.
Below Expectations - Attempts to present specific current and/or future applications and relevance to the work place; however, concepts and vocabulary from the text and/or additional scholarly research are not utilized. Significant details are missing.
Non-Performance - The presentation of specific current and/or future applications and relevance to the workplace is either nonexistent or lack the components described in the assignment instructions.
Written Communication: Context and Purpose for Writing
Distinguished - Demonstrates methodical application of organization and presentation of content. The purpose of the writing is evident and easy to understand. Summaries, quotes, and/or paraphrases fit naturally into the sentences and paragraphs. Paper flows smoothly.
Proficient - Demonstrates sufficient application of organization and presentation of content. The purpose of the writing is, for the most part, clear and easy to understand. There are some problems with the blending of summaries, paraphrases, and quotes. Paper flows somewhat smoothly.
Basic - Demonstrates a limited understanding of organization and presentation of content in written work. The purpose of the writing is somewhat evident, but may not be integrated throughout the assignment. There are many problems with the blending of summaries, paraphrases, and quotes. Paper does not flow smoothly in all sections.
Below Expectations - Organization and presentation of content is extremely limited. The purpose of the writing is unclear. There is little or no blending of summaries, paraphrases, and quotes. Paper does not flow smoothly when read.
Non-Performance - The assignment is either nonexistent or lacks the components described in the instructions.
Critical Thinking: Explanation of Issues
Distinguished - Clearly and comprehensively explains in detail the issue to be considered, delivering all relevant information necessary for a full understanding.
Proficient - Clearly explains in detail the issue to be considered, delivering enough relevant information for an adequate understanding.
Basic - Briefly recognizes the issue to be considered, delivering minimal information for a basic understanding.
Below Expectations - Briefly recognizes the issue to be considered, but may not deliver additional information necessary for a basic understanding.
Non-Performance - The assignment is either nonexistent or lacks the components described in the instructions.
Integrative Learning: Transfer
Distinguished - Adapts and employs, independently, skills, abilities, theories, or methodologies gained in one situation to new situations. Solves difficult problems or explores complex issues in original ways.
Proficient - Utilizes skills, abilities, theories, or methodologies gained in one situation to new situations, contributing to an understanding of problems or issues.
Basic - Attempts to utilize, in a basic way, skills, abilities, theories, or methodologies gained in one situation, in a new situation.
Below Expectations - Attempts to utilize, in a basic way, skills, abilities, theories, or methodologies gained in one situation in a new situation. Such attempts may be ineffective.
Non-Performance - The assignment is either nonexistent or lacks the components described in the instructions.
Written Communication: Control of Syntax and Mechanics
Distinguished - Displays meticulous comprehension and organization of syntax and mechanics, such as spelling and grammar. Written work contains no errors, and is very easy to understand.
Proficient - Displays comprehension and organization of syntax and mechanics, such as spelling and grammar. Written work contains only a few minor errors, and is mostly easy to understand.
Basic - Displays basic comprehension of syntax and mechanics, such as spelling and grammar. Written work contains a few errors, which may slightly distract the reader.
Below Expectations - Fails to display basic comprehension of syntax or mechanics, such as spelling and grammar. Written work contains major errors, which distract the reader.
Non-Performance - The assignment is either nonexistent or lacks the components described in the instructions.
Written Communication: APA Formatting
Distinguished - Accurately uses APA formatting consistently throughout the paper, title page, and reference page.
Proficient - Exhibits APA formatting throughout the paper. However, layout contains a few minor errors.
Basic - Exhibits basic knowledge of APA formatting throughout the paper. However, layout does not meet all APA requirements.
Below Expectations - Fails to exhibit basic knowledge of APA formatting. There are frequent errors, making the layout difficult to distinguish as APA.
Non-Performance - The assignment is either nonexistent or lacks the components described in the instructions.
Written Communication: Page Requirement
Distinguished - The paper meets the specific page requirement stipulated in the assignment description.
Proficient - The paper closely meets the page requirement stipulated in the assignment description.
Basic - The paper meets over half of the page requirement stipulated in the assignment description.
Below Expectations - A fraction of the page requirement is completed.
Non-Performance - The assignment is either nonexistent or lacks the components described in the instructions.
Written Communication: Resource Requirement
Distinguished - Uses more than the required number of scholarly sources, providing compelling evidence to support ideas. All sources on the reference page are used and cited correctly within the body of the assignment.
Proficient - Uses required number of scholarly sources to support ideas. All sources on the reference page are used and cited correctly within the body of the assignment.
Basic - Uses less than the required number of sources to support ideas. Some sources may not be scholarly. Most sources on the reference page are used within the body of the assignment. Citations may not be formatted correctly.
Below Expectations - Uses inadequate number of sources that provide little or no support for ideas. Sources used may not be scholarly. Most sources on the reference page are not used within the body of the assignment. Citations are not formatted correctly.
Non-Performance - The assignment is either nonexistent or lacks the components described in the instructions.
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