Final Paper- Group Behavior in Organizations

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Final Paper

In Week One, you will choose a generic organization (Educational Institution was chosen) Assume that you are a hired consultant for this organization.  You have been asked by the president of the organization to prepare a background paper on the results of your research and to make recommendations to improve group productivity in the organization.

Your research has identified the following problems:

· Role conflicts within groups

· Communication problems among group members

· Lack of cohesiveness in groups with diverse members

· Excessive intergroup conflict

In an eight- to ten-page paper, include the following:

· Introduction - clear explanation of the type of organization

· Explanation of how each problem could impact a group’s productivity (use examples to illustrate points)

· Recommendations to resolve each problem

· Suggestions, based on your knowledge of group dynamics, for a company-wide training program on best practices for group productivity

· Conclusion/Summary

Writing the Final Paper The Final Paper:

· Must be eight to ten double-spaced pages in length, and formatted according to APA style as outlined in the Ashford Writing Center.

· Must include a title page with the following:

· Title of paper

· Student’s name

· Course name and number

· Instructor’s name

· Date submitted

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

· Must address the topic of the paper with critical thought.

· Must end with a conclusion that reaffirms your thesis.

· Must document all sources in APA style, as outlined in the Ashford Writing Center.

· Must include a separate reference page, formatted according to APA style as outlined in the Ashford Writing Center.

· Must use at least six scholarly sources.