Diversity and Inclusion in Organizations

Sample Research Paper Outline

I. Abstract

II. Introduction

a. Describe the problem by presenting background information

b. Identify the impacted population

c. Explain why the problem is a problem

III. Research Question(s)

a. Question 1

i. Briefly describe how the question relates to the problem

ii. Briefly describe how answering the question will lead to a solution to the problem

b. Question 2

i. Briefly describe how the question relates to the problem

ii. Briefly describe how answering the question will lead to a solution to the problem

IV. Literature Review-Explain DATA…not articles, case studies, or experiments

a. Major DATA point-1

b. Major DATA point-2

c. Major DATA point-3

V. Method- Describe the research methods used to complete this research paper. Use the following statement: An in-depth analysis of existing research and field studies was conducted as a means to ascertain relevant applicable answers to the focus of this paper's questions.

VI. Findings and Discussion

a. Connect Major DATA point -1 to the research question

i. Use data point to answer question

ii. Use data point to introduce next steps/call to action

b. Connect Major DATA point-2 to the research question

i. Use data point to answer question

ii. Use data point to introduce next steps/call to action

c. Connect Major DATA point-3 to the research question

i. Use data point to answer question

ii. Use data point to introduce next steps/call to action

d. Draw Conclusion

VII. Reference Page

NOTE: This outline is a framework/template for your research paper outline. Each Roman numeral is a section of your final paper. Each item in the outline MUST be written in phrases not sentences.

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