Design a coherent, logical and methodically sound research proposal as a basis for undertaking a researchable independent project

Notes for students : 1. Electronic copy of assignment must be submitted through the Turnitin software – no hard copies. 2. This assignment will be marked electronically and results available online through Grademark in Turnitin. 3. 10% of marks are awarded for satisfactory use of language and/or good presentation. 4. 5% of marks are awarded for satisfactory referencing and/or presentation of a bibliography where either is required. Note that all referenced work should be obtained from credible sources. 5. Students should ensure that they comply with Glyndwr University’s plagiarism policy. 6. Students should make correct use of the Harvard referencing method. Learning Outcomes Tested in this Assignment : 1. Identify, and specify the characteristics of and the variables relevant to a problem or investigative topic in the sphere of management or business. 2. Design a coherent, logical and methodically sound research proposal as a basis for undertaking a researchable independent project. Overall Comment : Mark (%) Would students please note that achievement of the learning outcomes for this assessment is demonstrated against the assessment criteria shown below (which are not necessarily weighted equally). All marks/grades remain indicative until they have been considered and confirmed by the Assessment Board Using the attached proforma, a Project Proposal must be prepared and submitted for approval before the commencement of the Project. The proposal requires a provisional title with terms of reference, as well as outline details of the context, rationale and proposed methodology of the project. These should be discussed with the project supervisor prior to submission. In addition, students should agree an action plan for their projects with their supervisors and agree the dates of their supervision meetings in advance.