Graduate Paper: The graduate paper should discuss one of the topics that will be covered in the course. Students are required to email the topic and a brief outline of their proposed paper no later than the end of Module 3 for approval by the instructor. In this paper, students should, at a minimum, provide a historical perspective, current happenings, and the importance of this topic in today's business environment. The paper should be no more than 10 pages in 12-point font, including cover page and reference pages, and written using APA style. The paper is due no later than the end of Module 6. Hello class: The following will be used for rubrics (scoring) for the term paper. Please use the outline below (40 pts): Title Introduction/Abstract: A brief synopsis of the subject matter Problem/Issue statement: State the thesis or problem you are going to discuss/analyze/solve Analysis/Discussion: This is the body of your paper Describe your work, discuss your analysis, and discuss your position Brief Summary/Conclusion/Position: Brief summary and conclusion stating your position Recommendation: Brief recommendation on how to avoid the problem or improve the process in the future Suggestion for Future Study: Suggest something that was not directly addressed in the current problem that needs to be addressed in the future References: Must have several references Always follow APA referencing and formatting The following elements and criteria will be applied in scoring the paper (Maximum Points= 60 Based on turnitin results) Elements Criteria Knowledge/Understanding Shows depth and understanding of the subject Thesis for paper is clearly identified and logically develops throughout the paper Reasoning is sound, compelling, and well supported Research Peer-reviewed articles are selected and are appropriate for the paper topic Articles are synthesized and integrated effectively There is sufficient research cited to support arguments New information from articles addresses similarities and differences with prior course readings and individual's prior knowledge Writing Demonstrates evidence of graduate-level writing mechanics* Minimum paper requirements (length, topic, research, integration of core values) are met Follows formatting requirements given ( APA) Statement on graduate-level writing requirements: Your writing reflects your ideas and communicates your understanding of the topic to the instructor. This assignment will be graded on the composition elements listed below, as well as your understanding of the content: Successful graduate-level writing should demonstrate • Proofreading skills • Correct grammar and punctuation • Logical organization • Proper content presentation (introduction, body, conclusion) • Correct formatting for citations, references, and headings