presenting the problem

Presenting the Problem – BUSN 688

Mastery Level Meeting the requirements of the three criteria areas will earn a maximum of 75 points

Research Question: 15 Background: 15 Purpose Statement: 15 Question is clearly stated (10-15 words), testable, and discusses why the study is being conducted.

Provides an overview of the context of background of the problem to set the stage for the study.

Clearly describes the purpose of the study, and rationale for study.

X/15 X/15 X/15

Competency Level Meeting the requirements of the four criteria areas will earn a maximum of 30 points

Mechanics: 15 Organization: 15 Sentence structure, correct use of grammar, diction; correct use of punctuation; minimal to no spelling errors; no run-on sentences or comma splices.

Ideas are arranged logically, and flow smoothly from one idea to another which are clearly linked to each other and complete.

X/15 X/15

1 May 2009