This week you will submit the final version of your formal report or proposal. If you are writing a formal report, the final draft will include the following elements.
- Title Page
- Table of Contents
- Executive Summary
- Introduction
- Findings
- Recommendations
- Conclusion
- References (without annotations)
If you are writing a proposal, the final draft will include the following elements.
- Title Page
- Table of Contents
- Executive Summary
- Business Description
- Business Objectives
- Description of Products and/or Services
- Marketing and Sales Strategy
- Financial Management
- References (without annotations)
As previously noted, the minimum required length is 1,500 words.
Your Final Draft for your Formal Report or Proposal is due this week. For more information on how to complete this assignment, consult the Formal Report or Proposal Overview page in the Introduction and Resources Module.
Don’t forget to submit your assignment.
Grading Rubric
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Final Draft |
Points possible |
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Document Design: Document is formatted appropriately for the chosen assignment type. Attention to detail is demonstrated with regard to fonts, margins, headings, and spacing. |
30 |
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Audience Awareness: Document shows a keen understanding of its intended readership. The tone is professional and persuasive. |
20 |
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Content: The document includes all of the required elements for the final draft. All elements are clear, complete, and convincing. The document is organized to enhance ease of reading. |
100 |
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Source Use: All sources listed in the references are cited in text and vice versa. In-text citations and the References page are in APA format. |
30 |
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Writing Mechanics: Rules of grammar, usage, spelling, and punctuation are followed. |
20 |
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Total |
200 |
