Writing Exercise 1 Research Report
Write a report in which you argue for the following:
To be prepared for today’s global business environment, all business students should be required to speak a foreign language proficiently (the equivalent of four semesters of study) or complete a study a
oad experience.
Conduct research to provide support for your recommendation.
Complete the following steps:
Begin by writing a problem statement (a statement of report purpose in light of the topic it is intended to discuss). Brainstorm about possible factors to investigate. Research the factors identified during the
ainstorming phase. Consider the pros and cons. You will probably think of additional factors to consider. Begin writing a draft of the report.
CAUTION:
· Avoid overly casual language
· Write in the third person without I, we, or you, perspectives
· Use section headings
· Cite sources using APA format
The report should include the following sections:
1. Title Page
2. Table of Contents
3. Executive Summary (not necessary to include on a separate page)
4. Introduction
5. Body Sections – Research
6. Conclusion/Recommendation
7. Reference Page
The research report should be at least 4 pages in length (not including the title page, table of contents, and reference page).
Title
Author’s Name
University of Charleston
Table of Contents
Executive Summary 3
Problem Statement 3
Factors 4
Insert First Factor 4
Insert Second Factor 4
Insert Third Factor 5
Recommendation 5
References 6
Executive Summary
Problem Statement
Factors
Type a paragraph to introduce the factors.
Insert First Facto
Insert Second Facto
Insert Third Facto
Recommendation
References