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For many of the remaining topics, assignments will be in the form of case studies. These case studies are designed to provide an opportunity to engage in that topic's quantitative analysis method, as well as demonstrate critical thinking and appropriate professional communication.

Review "Decision Analysis Case Study: Valley of the Sun Reviews" for this topic's case study, a proposal to change the faculty performance review process at Valley of the Sun Academy (VSA).

Based on the information presented in the case study, create a decision tree or Excel-based analysis to determine the most appropriate recommendation.

In a 500-750-word report to VSA's Human Resources department and the chief financial officer, explain your approach and the rationale for this method. Evaluate both outcomes and how they would be applied to this decision. Conclude your report with your recommendation for the review process VSA should adopt.

Submit your Excel-based analysis or decision tree (https://www.mindtools.com/dectree.html) with your report.

Prepare the assignment according to the guidelines found in the APA Style Guide. An abstract is not required.

This assignment uses a rubric. Please review the rubric (BELOW) prior to beginning the assignment to become familiar with the expectations for successful completion.

Decision Analysis Case Study: Valley of the Sun Reviews RUBRIC

	1 Unsatisfactory 0.00%	2 Less than Satisfactory 74.00%	3 Satisfactory 79.00%	4 Good 87.00%	5 Excellent 100.00%
70.0 %Content
20.0 % Explanation of Approach and Rationale	An explanation of the approach and the rationale for implementing a new faculty performance review process is not included.	An explanation of the approach and the rationale for implementing a new faculty performance review process is present, but it lacks detail or is incomplete.	An explanation of the approach and the rationale for implementing a new faculty performance review process is present.	An explanation of the approach and the rationale for implementing a new faculty performance review process is clearly provided and well-developed.	An explanation of the approach and the rationale for implementing a new faculty performance review process is thoroughly developed with supporting details.
25.0 % Evaluation of Each Approach and Application to Decision	An evaluation of each review process approach and how it would be applied to the decision is not included.	An evaluation of each review process approach and how it would be applied to the decision is included, but it lacks detail or is incomplete.	An evaluation of each review process approach and how it would be applied to the decision is included.	An evaluation of each review process approach and how it would be applied to the decision is clearly provided and well-developed.	A comprehensive evaluation of each review process approach and how it would be applied to the decision is thoroughly developed with supporting details.
25.0 % Conclusion, Recommendation, and Decision Tree	A conclusion with a recommendation and decision tree analysis for the review process that VSA should adopt is not included.	A conclusion with a recommendation and decision tree analysis for the review process that VSA should adopt is included, but it lacks detail or is incomplete.	A conclusion with a recommendation and decision tree analysis for the review process that VSA should adopt is included.	A conclusion with a recommendation and decision tree analysis for the review process that VSA should adopt is clearly provided and well-developed.	A comprehensive conclusion with a recommendation for the review process and decision tree analysis that VSA should adopt is thoroughly developed with supporting details.
20.0 %Organization and Effectiveness
7.0 % Thesis Development and Purpose	Paper lacks any discernible overall purpose or organizing claim.	Thesis is insufficiently developed or vague. Purpose is not clear.	Thesis is apparent and appropriate to purpose.	Thesis is clear and forecasts the development of the paper. Thesis is descriptive and reflective of the arguments and appropriate to the purpose.	Thesis is comprehensive and contains the essence of the paper. Thesis statement makes the purpose of the paper clear.
20.0 %Organization and Effectiveness
8.0 % Argument Logic and Construction	Statement of purpose is not justified by the conclusion. The conclusion does not support the claim made. Argument is incoherent and uses noncredible sources.	Sufficient justification of claims is lacking. Argument lacks consistent unity. There are obvious flaws in the logic. Some sources have questionable credibility.	Argument is orderly, but may have a few inconsistencies. The argument presents minimal justification of claims. Argument logically, but not thoroughly, supports the purpose. Sources used are credible. Introduction and conclusion bracket the thesis.	Argument shows logical progressions. Techniques of argumentation are evident. There is a smooth progression of claims from introduction to conclusion. Most sources are authoritative.	Clear and convincing argument that presents a persuasive claim in a distinctive and compelling manner. All sources are authoritative.
20.0 %Organization and Effectiveness
5.0 % Mechanics of Writing (includes spelling, punctuation, grammar, language use)	Surface errors are pervasive enough that they impede communication of meaning. Inappropriate word choice or sentence construction is used.	Frequent and repetitive mechanical errors distract the reader. Inconsistencies in language choice (register) or word choice are present. Sentence structure is correct but not varied.	Some mechanical errors or typos are present, but they are not overly distracting to the reader. Correct and varied sentence structure and audience-appropriate language are employed.	Prose is largely free of mechanical errors, although a few may be present. The writer uses a variety of effective sentence structures and figures of speech.	Writer is clearly in command of standard, written, academic English.
10.0 %Format
5.0 % Paper Format (use of appropriate style for the major and assignment)	Template is not used appropriately or documentation format is rarely followed correctly.	Appropriate template is used, but some elements are missing or mistaken. A lack of control with formatting is apparent.	Appropriate template is used. Formatting is correct, although some minor errors may be present.	Appropriate template is fully used. There are virtually no errors in formatting style.	All format elements are correct.
5.0 % Documentation of Sources (citations, footnotes, references, bibliography, etc., as appropriate to assignment and style)	Sources are not documented.	Documentation of sources is inconsistent or incorrect, as appropriate to assignment and style, with numerous formatting errors.	Sources are documented, as appropriate to assignment and style, although some formatting errors may be present.	Sources are documented, as appropriate to assignment and style, and format is mostly correct.	Sources are completely and correctly documented, as appropriate to assignment and style, and format is free of error.
100 % Total Weightage