Create or select a topic for your research paper. The topic must be on project scope or scope management, for example:

• Comparing and contrasting Group Creativity Techniques, such as:
  • Brainstorming vs the Nominal Group Technique
  • Mind Mapping vs Affinity Diagrams
• Comparing and contrasting Group Decision-Making Techniques (Unanimity, Majority, Plurality, and Dictatorship).
• Comparing and contrasting data gathering techniques, such as Surveys vs Observations
• Explaining the value of a scope statement and how it can be used to manage a project

The research paper format is as follows:

• Title Page
• Table of Contents
• List of Tables and Figures
• The Body of Work should contain at least four major sections:
• Introduction
• Literature Review
• Comparison and/or Analysis
• Conclusion
• References
• Appendices (if needed)