Discussion Writing

Discussion 2

Data is the foundation of all research. Its synthesization, organization, and presentation work in tandem to present a convincing argument.

Read the case study Fraud versus Ethics: The Case of the Backdating of Stock Options and write a synopsis that answers the following questions:

• What type of data was used for the research?
• How did the author synthesize and organize the data?
• What references were used to defend the position?
• Were the references used sufficient? Why or why not?
• Did the author adequately defend his position with relevant data?

Fully explain your answers and ensure academic references are utilized.

Posting requirements:

The module discussion runs over a 2-week period, from Monday of week 1 through Sunday of week 2, for each module.

Posts made AFTER the end of the second week of each module will not be included in that module’s participation.

Initial posts

• Must be 500-words and supported by evidence of wider reading
• Must have sources cited in the text as well as in the end reference list
• Must be made by 11:59 pm on the first Sunday of the module

Initial posts made after this deadline will get a 5-point grade deduction

Reply posts

• Must be at least 200-words long
• Must be made on two separate days - by end of Wednesday Week 2 and end of Sunday Week 2
• Must be made by 11:59 pm on the second Sunday of the module.