Final Paper In Week One, you will choose 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: •Role conflicts within groups •Communication problems among group members •Lack of cohesiveness in groups with diverse members •Excessive intergroup conflict In an eight- to ten-page paper, include the following: •Introduction – clear explanation of the type of organization •Explanation of how each problem could impact a group’s productivity (use examples to illustrate points) •Recommendations to resolve each problem •Suggestions, based on your knowledge of group dynamics, for a company-wide training program on best practices for group productivity •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 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. •Must use at least six scholarly sources.
