MMBA 6530 FAQ – Revision Date: April 27, 2011
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What do I need to turn in for my Program Project in MMBA 6530?
In the discussion forum, are we supposed to comment on entire plans or only the sections pertaining to this class?
Should I create different sections to address the components of this course? What if I think I need to add other sections to my business plan or report? The rubric has new sections for this class. Where should the new sections be added?
What resources are good to review?
Do I need to consider Global Issues?
Why do I need to submit my Program Project Feedback Tracker document?
What should I include in my Program Project Feedback Tracker document?
I cannot find my feedback tracker and my project plan from my last class. What should I do?
Can I change my mind about what my project is going to cover?
Do I need to write an introductory paragraph for every list in my paper?
Do I need to prepare a reference list for my business plan or due diligence report?
What do I need to turn in for my Program Project in MMBA 6530?
There are two documents to submit in the Dropbox in your MMBA 6530 classroom.:
- The first is your updated Program Project with all changes from the Previous courses (highlight those with a Text Highlight Color, see the so-named function in Word, ), as well as the new content you added for this course (highlight the new MBA 6530 content with another Text Highlight Color). You are required to highlight your new content using a text highlight color.
- You must also submit you Program Project Tracker document in the Dropbox.
Additionally, in the discussion area you must submit the updated and clean copy of the Program Project, with no highlights, for Peer review.
Do I have to submit my MMBA 6530 Program Project Work to TurnItIn?
Yes, the Program Project for this course must be submitted to TurnItIn. You will find the link in your classroom. We recommend you submit your work prior to the deadline and review the report to make any needed corrections prior to handing it in to the dropbox. If you do not submit your project to TurnItIn by no later than 48 hours after the application (assignment) deadline, late penalties for your paper will be in effect that may include a zero for the application.
In the discussion forum, are we supposed to comment on entire plans or only the sections pertaining to this class?
It is recommended that you post your entire up-to-date plan so that your peers will get a better understanding of your business in order to provide you feedback and constructive comments. That means you should also provide feedback and comments to your peers on their entire plan if appropriate.
The rubric has new sections for this class. Where should the new sections be added?
This is a broad curriculum, and the projects range from local non-profit dog washes to international sports promotions and everything in between (and beyond). There is no single template that will cover every rubric or every plan, because the courses cover a much broader spectrum of subjects, and each project has a unique focus. Use what fits, and don’t be afraid to add new sections as appropriate.
What resources are good to review?
Your classroom has many good resources.You are encouraged to look through the MMBA 6530 weekly mapping document found under the Project Link. In addition, you may want to consider doing your own research in the Walden Library. As examples, these articles can be found on Business Source Premier at the Walden Library or other sources:
Do I need to consider Global Issues?
Yes, it is difficult in today’s environment to think of any case where the influence of a global economy and society does not affect marketing decisions. You will want to think broadly about the implications and issues that you believe will affect your plans today and in the future, say in five to ten years.
Why do I need to submit my Program Project Feedback Tracker document?
Your Program Project Feedback Tracker is required to be submitted in this course and every course after this where you are required to complete sections of your project. If you have Transfer of Credit and must work on any section of your project on your own, you should indicate that within the Tracker. Your instructors will refer your tracking document as part of their assessment of your work. It will enable them to most effectively complete their review of your project, especially as it relates to improvements to sections based on content you learned in each course.
If you have not yet done so, go to the following site and download the MBA Program Project Tracker. Save this document to your hard drive and back it up on external media like a thumb drive. You will be adding to your Tracker throughout your program after you receive feedback from each of your instructors.
What should I include in my Program Project Feedback Tracker document?
For this course, you will take the comments and scores that your Leading People instructor put in the Program Project grade box and the grading rubric, and put them in the Tracker. You should review the ratings and criteria in the rubric and summarize what they tell you. You are strongly encouraged to use the major sections of your MMBA 6510, Leading People project component to organize the feedback you received (e.g. Feedback from the scoring and comments for the Background, Vision, Mission, Organizational Leadership, Cultural Analysis, Analytical Focus/Orientation, and Written DeliveryStyle/Grammar.
Then, you comment on the changes you made in your Program Project as a result of the grading feedback you received. You need to do this quickly, before you no longer have access to the Leading People course.
I cannot find my feedback tracker and my project plan from my last class. What should I do?
If you just completeda course in the previous term, you should go into your classroom right away and download your feedback from your instructor. Students have access to their course for 60 days after the end of a term. If you no longer have access, you should contact your instructor for this course for further directions. If it has been longer, contact your instructor for options.
Can I change my mind about what my project is going to cover?
M.B.A. students may elect to change topics for their Program Project, however you will be required to rewrite previous sections from the courses that preceded your current course. You will find additional information about those sections at the following link:
Do I need to write an introductory paragraph for every list in my paper?
A rule of thumb about APA—a section of a paper should never have a topic heading with just a list underneath it. There should be an introduction to the list as to what it is, why it is important to the discussion, etc.—and after that you can add the list.
Do I need to prepare a reference list for my business plan or due diligence report?
The quick answer is yes. You should prepare a reference list as you would in any APA formatted paper. These references should support your factual statements in your plan or report and be properly cited within the document.
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