Research Question and Thesis Statement on regulating Reputation Introduces the research topic Specifies clearly the problem or purpose of the research States concisely the research question and preliminary thesis statement

Methodology Explains the research materials that might be used and how they will be located. Will you use books, journal articles, and/or book chapters? How will you locate them? What database will you use? Justifies methodology, data gathering methods and design of research in relation to the research topic or problem. Why have you chosen these sources and data gathering methods? Why are they appropriate for your topic?

Significance of the Proposed Research Convinces the reader of the importance of the research Identifies the theoretical and practical significance of the research Speculates on implications of anticipated findings