Assignment: Getting Started Purpose To assess your ability to develop propositions with clarity and logic. Overview In this course you will work independently to research a topic or concept in the field of human resources management and then write a paper that could be submitted to a professional conference. Your paper is to demonstrate that you have thoroughly researched the topic or concept you selected, applied the topic or concept to a business or organizational setting, written propositions, and provided conclusions. As you begin your research, it may be helpful to watch the multimedia presentation, It Takes "SECONDS" to Write a Research Paper [http://video.franklin.edu/Franklin/fina/773/researchPaper/index.html]. To provide you with some insight into what is acceptable at a professional conference, you are encouraged to locate and review the call for papers on a professional human resources management Web site. Included here are two examples of calls for papers: Colorado Human Resources Association and Nonprofit Human Resources Conference. Throughout this process you are to demonstrate: A thorough understanding of the topic or concept you select. The ability to completely research the topic or concept through a literature review. Critical thinking Logic Academic integrity Application of the topic or concept to a business setting or an organization. You may find it helpful to use the reference provided below. It includes a review of literature to develop propositions that can be applied in a real world setting. Geigenmuller, A. (2010). The role of virtual trade fairs in relationship value creation. Journal of Business & Industrial Marketing, 25(4), 284-292. doi: 10.1108/08858621011038243 Action Items 1. 2. 3. Read the Key Points provided in Overview of Conference Paper. Begin with the end in mind. Read all of the assignments in this course so that you have a complete picture of what is expected. Review the Franklin Library Research Guide Academic Writing Guide. 4. Go to UCSC Library Help "How to Choose a Research Topic" and read the information there. 5. Review the list of topics and begin reading about those topics that interests you. 6. Select one topic or concept in human resources management that you plan to concentrate on during this course. 7. Write a business brief to your instructor and mentor about your topic or concept and explain how it will apply in a business setting. Your document is to be approximately two-to three-paragraphs in length. (Review Business Brief Guidelines in the MBA Toolbox.) 8. Establish a communication schedule with your instructor and mentor. 9. Review the grading rubric with your instructor for Conference Paper. You must incorporate all of the stated criteria in the assignment. 10. Establish benchmarks for yourself. The assignments in this course will provide you with guidance. Remember that you are to spend 12-16 hours each week working on your paper. 11. Submit your business brief. Your instructor must approve your topic before you move forward with your literature review. Submission Instructions Review the options for submitting a document in LMS Tutorials and HELP. Upload your briefing document to the Submit tool. Grading Criteria Points will be allocated based on the Grading Rubric for this assignment: 0 - 50 point Write in free word, not copying from others Write a one and half pages Answer all questions Write the question before you write the answer The answer will be in paragraphs not in build Write the references and put the link of the website that you take information from Read Assignment Getting Started docx Read questions and topic docx The Topic is : Importance of succession planning 1. Selected an appropriate theory or concept and wrote a brief document about theory explaining how it can be applied in the business setting Evidence of exemplary critical thought processes and thorough use of research to select a topic; Evidence of thorough knowledge human resources management theory in the explanation of the chosen theory and how it can be applied in a business setting 2. Communication: Presentation of information, thoughts, ideas, and conclusions - clear and concise; Appropriate word choices, smooth and logical flow; Smooth and logical transitions between topics; Appropriate ending/summary/ conclusions; Appropriate length . Exceptionally articulate presentation of information, thoughts, ideas, and conclusions - clear and concise; Appropriate word choices, smooth and logical flow; Smooth and logical transitions between topics; Appropriate ending/summary/ conclusions; Appropriate length 3. Established benchmarks with faculty advisor and achieved benchmark goals Benchmarks established with detailed timeline; All benchmarks met in exemplary content and on time