1. You are required to write a paper that focuses on problem solving and decision making in organizations. You will select the topic among a list of topics provided by the instructor during the second week of class.

2. Write a paper of approximately 7 to 10 pages excluding the title page, the table of contents page, and appendices. The written paper should include the following parts: a title page, a table of contents page, an introduction, the body of the text, a conclusion, and a list of references (when applicable). The references section should start on a separate page. The list of references should be presented by alphabetic order of the authors last names following the Academy of Management Publication Guidelines. Example: Christensen, C. M. 2002. The past and future of competitive advantage. Sloan Management Review, 42(3): 105-109. If the source cited is a book, underline the book title and give the location of the publisher. Example: Dess, G. G., & Lumpkin, G. T. 2003. Strategic management. New York: McGraw-Hill. For an on-line source, write the authors name, the title of the publication, the web address, and the date you retrieved the source. Also, underline the web address. Example: Armas, G. C. 2002. Census figures point to changes in Congress. http://www.washingtonpost.com/wpdyn/articles/A58952Dec28.html (as of December 28, 2002).

3. In addition to the written paper, students will make a presentation of 15 minutes in class. Use PowerPoint for your presentation and dress business-like.

Grading

I will consider the following criteria in grading your written report:

1. Manuscript organization. The manuscript should include the following parts: a title page, a page (or pages) of table of contents. The manuscript should have an introduction and a conclusion. The body of the text must be well organized and have different sections with headings and when necessary, subheadings. Finally, the manuscript should have a list of references. This list should be on a separate page. (35 points)

2. Depth of analysis. I will look for an in-depth analysis of the problem you covered. Areas will include subject knowledge, strength of arguments, clear explanation of concepts, sound conclusion. (50 points)

3. Style. Number your manuscript and pay a particular attention to grammar and spelling. Every page should be numbered except the title page and the table of contents page (s). Use standard margins when typing the manuscript and do not right justify the lines. Double space the manuscript and use Times New Roman. Font 12 is appropriate. (15 points)