Barriers In leadership for women

RESEARCH TOPIC: What tactics and approaches women leaders adopt to overcome those barriers for women in leadership. Research Project Assignment Criteria   Title Page • Follow APA 7th edition format: Title in bold, centered, followed by student's name, institutional affiliation, course number and name, instructor's name, and due date • Use standard font (e.g., Times New Roman 12pt, Calibri 11pt, Arial 11pt).   Abstract (150–250 words)  • A concise summary of the research project, including the purpose, methodology, key findings, and conclusions.  • Should be on a separate page and formatted according to APA 7th guidelines.   Introduction (1–2 pages)  • Introduce the research topic and its relevance. • State the problem or research question being investigated. • Provide background information and a brief literature review. • Clearly state the purpose and significance of the research.   Literature Review (3–5 pages) • Summarize and critically analyze previous research on the topic. • Identify gaps in the existing literature that the project aims to address. • Ensure all sources are cited correctly in APA 7th edition format, with in-text citations and reference entries.     Methodology (2–3 pages) • Describe the research design, approach (qualitative, quantitative, or mixed methods), and data collection methods. • Explain how participants were be selected and provide details on instruments used for data collection. DO NOT INTERVIEW OR SURVEY ANY PARTICIPANTS AT THIS POINT • Discuss how ethical considerations will be addressed.     Reflection on Research Project Plan (first person is permitted ONLY in this section)   (2-3 pages) • Based on the research project plan articulated, reflect on the planning of the project, what will you adjust prior to capstone? • Describe the limitations of the proposed research study and how they may be minimized. • How did you change, adjust, and improve your research project since week 1 brainstorming? 
 Conclusion (1 page)  • Summarize the key points of the research project • Restate the significance of the research • Offer concluding thoughts on the topic.   Reference List   • Include a reference page formatted according to APA 7th edition. • Ensure all sources cited in the text are included in the reference list, and vice versa.   Appendices (if applicable) • Include any additional materials such as PROPOSED surveys, interview questions • Each appendix should be labeled (e.g., Appendix A) and referenced in the text. --- General Requirements  • Word Count: 3,500–5,000 words (excluding title page, abstract, references, and appendices). • Font and Spacing: Use 12pt Times New Roman (or equivalent), double-spaced text, and 1-inch margins. • In-text Citations: Ensure proper use of in-text citations according to APA 7th edition rules. • Must include a minimum of five scholarly articles and resources. • Headings: Use APA 7th edition heading levels appropriately. • Plagiarism: Submit original work with no more than 10% similarity on plagiarism detection tools.