Final Paper

I chose a generic organization (manufacturing plant).  Assume that you are a hired consultant for this organization.  You have been asked by the president of the organization to prepare a background paper on the results of your research and to make recommendations to improve group productivity in the organization.    

Your research has identified the following problems:

1. Role conflicts within groups        
2. Communication problems among group members        
3. Lack of cohesiveness in groups with diverse members        
4. Excessive intergroup conflict

In an eight to ten-page paper, include the following:

1. Introduction – clear explanation of the type of organization        
2. Explanation of how each problem could impact a group’s productivity (use examples to illustrate points)        
3. Recommendations to resolve each problem        
4. Suggestions, based on your knowledge of group dynamics, for a company-wide training program on best practices for group productivity        
5. Conclusion/Summary

Writing the Final Paper The Final Paper:

Must be eight to ten double-spaced pages in length, and formatted according to APA style as outlined in the Ashford Writing Center.         Must include a title page with the following:        
Title of paper             Student’s name             Course name and number             Instructor’s name             Date submitted Must begin with an introductory paragraph that has a succinct thesis statement.         Must address the topic of the paper with critical thought.         Must end with a conclusion that reaffirms your thesis.         Must use at least six scholarly sources.         Must document all sources in APA style, as outlined in the Ashford Writing Center.         Must include a separate reference page, formatted according to APA style as outlined in the Ashford Writing Center.