Unit 3 Research Paper #!
HRM307 Research Paper #1 (Due in Unit 3)
Your Research Paper #1 topics follow:
- How might a company’s business strategy affect the internal alignment policies and techniques of its Total Compensation system?
Note: Per your course syllabus, each of your 3 papers must be a minimum of 3 full double-spaced pages and a maximum of 5 pages. You may use your textbook as a source, but you must have a minimum of 3 non-text sources as well. Please document your sources professionally and include a bibliography. A word to the wise — quality is paramount. Please see attached file for specific details and grading criteria for this assignment.
Assignment for HRM307 Compensation and Benefits
Research Papers
Due: On or before Sunday @ 11:59 PM of Unit #’s 3, 5 and
7.
HRM 307 Compensation and Benefits requires each student to submit 3 research papers – one each at the conclusion of Units 3, 5 and 7. A list of topics is provided from with each student will select and secure advanced approval from the instructor. The 3 research papers together will account for 50 percent of the student’s final grade.
The requirements for your research papers are:
1.
Each research paper topic will be approved in advance by the instructor.
2.
Each research paper will be submitted on or before the designated deadline.*
3.
An abstract of no more than ½ double-spaced pages will accompany each research paper.
4.
Each research paper shall be a minimum of 3 full double-spaced pages and a maximum of 5 full double-spaced pages, exclusive of the abstract and bibliography.
5.
Each research paper shall be supported by no fewer than 3 non-text sources and all sources shall be professionally attributed in the document and included in a bibliographic listing at the conclusion of the paper.
6.
Effectively define the topic and include an overview of your research findings.
7. In detail and with supporting examples and documentation, present your research findings objectively.
8.
Summarize your research conclusions and add your own commentary based on your own experiences.
9.
Use clear and professional writing and format.
* Research papers will be accepted for partial credit after the deadline.
Students: Be sure to read the criteria, by which your paper/project will be evaluated, before you write, and again after you write.
Evaluation Rubric for MGT307 Research
Paper
Assignments
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CRITERIA |
Deficient (0 – 5 Points) |
Proficient (6 – 8 Points) |
Exemplary (9 – 10 Points) |
Points Possible |
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| 1. |
Topic approval |
Topic was not approved |
Topic was approved after the specified approval date |
Topic was approved as required |
10 | |||||||
| 2. |
Paper submitted on time |
Paper was submitted more than a week late |
Paper was submitted within a week of deadline |
Paper was submitted on or before the deadline |
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| 3. |
Abstract included |
Abstract was missing or inadequate |
Abstract is presented, but may not be clear or complete |
Abstract is clear and complete |
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| 4. |
Paper
length |
Paper is less than 3 full double-spaced pages |
Paper meetings minimum 3 full double-spaced pages. |
Paper exceeds 3 full double-spaced pages. |
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| 5. |
Paper sources and documentation |
Paper has fewer than 3 non-text sources |
Paper meets 3 non-text source & documenting requirements |
Paper exceeds minimum source and documentation requirements |
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| 6. |
Paper overview |
Does not provide an adequate overview or is missing. |
Overview is presented, though may not be clear or complete. |
Overview is clearly presented and complete |
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| 7. |
Research findings |
Research findings are superficial, subjective and inadequately documented |
Research findings are may not be clear, complete, objective or well documented. |
Research findings are complete, clear, objective and well documented. |
20 |
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| 8. |
Research summary |
Research summary is missing or inadequate |
Research summary is presented, but may not be clear and complete |
Research summary is clear and complete |
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| 9. |
Clear and professional writing and format |
Errors impede professional presentation; guidelines not followed |
Few errors that do not impede professional presentation |
Writing and format is clear, professional, APA compliant, and error free |
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Total Points: |
100 |