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TheMBAstudieshavehadasignificantinfluenceonmyCareerDevelopmentPlan.docx
The MBA studies have had a significant influence on my Career Development Plan (CDP) because they have enhanced the knowledge and skills I require to develop as a professional. The program has illuminated me with such useful skills like strategic thinking, leadership, communication, and problem-solving that are very crucial to the success in the current business world that is competitive. The management, finance, marketing and organizational behavior courses have made me realize the way business is conducted and the manner in which effective decisions are made. The skills enable me to interpret complicated situations, compare solutions, and make well-informed decisions that can help organizational objectives. Moreover, the MBA course has enhanced my skills in cooperating with different teams and sharing ideas in a professional and understandable manner. These skills are very relevant to my career objective and offer a good basis to continually advance my profession. All in all, the knowledge and practical skills acquired during the MBA program would facilitate my CDP as I would be equipped to assume leadership positions and play a positive role in the success of organizations.
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Rubric Criteria |
Exemplary |
Accomplished |
Developing |
Did Not Attempt |
Criterion Score |
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INTRODUCTION |
5 points Clear, concise introduction that defines the purpose of the paper, introduces key themes, and effectively sets up the discussion. |
4.25 points Introduces the topic with some clarity but lacks a strong setup, or the introduction is overly detailed |
3.75 points Basic introduction that lacks key themes or clarity about the paper’s purpose. |
0 points Paper does not have a distinct Introduction |
Score of INTRODUCTION, / 5 |
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CONTENT: PAST |
20 points Comprehensive reflection and analysis of career background, personal motivations, strengths, and weaknesses at the start of the MBA program, integrating leadership and business principles AND Supported by at least one (1) cited credible reference. |
17 points Solid reflection of at least 80% satisfactory coverage of: career background, personal motivations, strengths, and weaknesses, and integrating leadership and business principles AND Supported by at least one (1) cited credible reference. |
15 points Limited reflection of the Assignment elements OR Less than 80% satisfactory coverage of: career background, personal motivations, strengths, and weaknesses, and integrating leadership and business principles AND/OR NOT supported by at least one cited (1) credible reference |
0 points Paper does not cover PAST reflection |
Score of CONTENT: PAST, / 20 |
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CONTENT: PRESENT |
20 points Deep analysis and reflection on key MBA learning, including a description of an MBA artifact for the student’s ePortfolio. Strong, creative, and scholarly integration of at least three (3) business themes listed in Assignment AND Supported by at least two (2) credible references. |
17 points Solid reflection with some analysis of MBA learning experiences, including a description of an MBA artifact for the student’s ePortfolio. Scholarly integration of at least two (2) business themes listed in the Assignment AND Supported by at least one (1) credible reference. |
15 points Limited reflection of the Assignment elements with at least one (1) business theme listed in the Assignment OR MBA program artifact is not included OR No cited credible references. |
0 points Paper does not cover PRESENT reflection |
Score of CONTENT: PRESENT, / 20 |
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CONTENT: FUTURE |
20 points Deep analysis and reflection on MBA learning experience, with strong scholarly integration and application of all the following Assignment elements: *student’s career development plan *use of civic engagement, networking, and mentorship *role of ePortfolio *scholarly integration MBA’s influence or impact on future leadership, strategic decision-making, or industry contributions AND Work supported by at least two (2) credible references |
17 points Solid reflection on MBA learning experiences, with scholarly integration and application of at least 80% coverage of the following Assignment elements: *career development plan *use of civic engagement, networking, and mentorship *role of ePortfolio *scholarly integration MBA’s influence or impact on future leadership, strategic decision-making, or industry contributions AND Work supported by at least one (1) credible reference |
15 points Limited reflection on MBA experience for future aspirations with less than 80% coverage of the following Assignment elements: *career development plan *use of civic engagement, networking, and mentorship; *role of ePortfolio *scholarly integration MBA’s influence or impact on future leadership, strategic decision-making, or industry contributions OR No cited credible references. |
0 points Paper does not cover FUTURE reflection |
Score of CONTENT: FUTURE, / 20 |
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CONCLUSION |
10 points Distinct conclusion is a clear, compelling summary that effectively synthesizes key insights from the paper. Provides a strong closing statement with a forward-looking perspective. |
8.5 points Adequate distinct conclusion that covers key points, but lacks depth or a strong closing perspective |
7.5 points Limited or vague summary that does not effectively connect key themes or provide a strong closing perspective |
0 points Separate Conclusion is not included |
Score of CONCLUSION, / 10 |
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WRITING, APA7 & MECHANICS |
15 points Well-organized, clear, professional writing that tells a well-crafted original story. Paper follows APA7 structure, including appropriate use of subheadings, in-text citations, and a properly formatted References list AND No more than two (2) minor APA7 AND No more than two (2) grammar/spelling errors. |
12.75 points Writing is generally clear and professional. APA7 structure is mostly followed, including subheadings AND/OR No more than three (3) minor APA7 errors AND/OR No more than three (3) grammar/spelling errors. |
11.25 points Paper is readable, but poorly organized, lacks professional style, and lacks subheadings AND/OR No more than four (4) to five (5) minor APA7 errors AND/OR No more than four (4) to five (5) grammar/spelling errors. |
0 points Any ONE (1) of the following applies: *Paper so poorly written, it is difficult to read OR *APA7 not utilized OR APA7 attempted but more six (6) or more unique APA7 errors OR *Paper does not utilize in-text citations OR *Six (6) or more minor unique grammar, spelling, or syntax errors |
Score of WRITING, APA7 & MECHANICS, / 15 |
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REFERENCES |
5 points At least five (5) credible sources presented on separate References page |
4.25 points At least four (4) credible sources presented on separate References page |
3.75 points At least three (3) credible sources presented on separate References Page |
0 points Fewer than three (3) sources or no sources AND/OR Sources are not listed on separate References page |
Score of REFERENCES, / 5 |
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WORD COUNT |
5 points 1800-2000 words [Word count excludes Title page and References page] |
4.25 points 1500-1799 words OR 2100-2400 words [Word count excludes Title page and References page] |
3.75 points 1000-1499 words OR 2401-2800 words [Word count excludes Title page and References page] |
0 points Fewer than 1000 words OR More than 2800 words [Word count excludes Title page and References page] |
Score of WORD COUNT, |
