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ENGL 1302

Formal Report/Proposal Outline Template

Your name: Paison Wells

Directions: Write in complete sentences, not single words or short phrases. Be as detailed as possible, adding in-text citations for all references noted on your References page, which should also be included here. The more information you place in this final outline, the less work you will have to do for the report drafts.

Introduction: This section sets the stage and purpose of the report. (Minimum of one sentence per point)

Purpose: To make employers aware of what the main issues are regarding employee turnover rates.

Description/Background: Employee turnover rates are high for many organizations, and you have noticed that the company you work for is no different. Research what other organizations are doing to hire and retain good employees in order to combat the high employee turnover rate. Use this research to make recommendations to the management of your organization.

Scope:

Executive Summary Guidelines:

· Put it on one page

· Avoid technical jargon

· Include only the important conclusions and recommendations

· Avoid references to the document body

· Use paragraph format

· Write the executive summary last

Discussion: This section, the longest in your report, will vary depending on your topic, but you should have at least three main points (facts, arguments, etc.) to be developed, which should stem from solid evidence. The sub-points further define each of the main points. Include correctly formatted MLA in-text references within the outline below for each reference listed on the Reference page. (Minimum of one sentence per point)

I. Main point 1

A. sub point 1

B. sub point 2

II. Main Point 2

A. sub point 1

B. sub point 2

III. Main Point 3

A. sub point 1

B. sub point 2

Conclusions: No new information should be added in this section. State the major points that can be drawn from the discussion. (Minimum of two sentences for the outline)

Recommendations: Indicate your chosen solution based on the information presented in the discussion and conclusion. Remember, this section relies only on previously presented evidence in the discussion and conclusions. (Minimum of two sentences for the outline)

References: Include your References page here.