Social Issues and the Workplace

Social Issues and the Workplace
For the Final Paper, you will choose a social issue affecting the
workplace and working environment, and develop a paper that
thoroughly discusses the issue from both the workplace and societal
viewpoints.
Be sure to include the positive and negative aspects of the issue in
relation to the workplace, society, and workers, especially the unique
worker groups who may be most affected (e.g., women, immigrants,
LGBTQ citizens, the working or middle classes, and racial, ethnic or
cultural groups).
Analyze how the issue could be positively supported using various
social controls (e.g., laws, organizational policies/practices,
training/education, government or corporate involvement, or social
change) and recommend interventions in these areas.
In addition, discuss the potential social or economic benefits which
may result if your recommendations were implemented.
Choose one of the following social issues:
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The role of women in leadership
Faith-based decision making in business (hiring and customers
served)
Sexual harassment
Executive versus worker compensation disparity
The gender wage gap
Whistleblowing
The paper must be eight pages in length (excluding the title and
reference pages) and formatted according to APA style.
You must use at least six scholarly sources.
Cite your sources in text and on the reference page.

Writing the Final Paper
The Final Paper:
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Must be eight double-spaced pages in length (excluding title and
reference pages), and formatted according to APA style.

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Must begin with an introductory paragraph that has a succinct
thesis statement.

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Must address the topic of the paper with critical thought.

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Must end with a conclusion that reaffirms your thesis.

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Must use at least six scholarly sources.

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Must document all sources in APA style and in-text citations

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Must use Level 1 headings