The process of writing the Background of the Problem enables you, as an independent scholar, to develop a general and overarching understanding of the business problem being examined. In addition, by sharing your experience with colleagues, you can gain further insight into the process of becoming a successful doctoral independent scholar and strategic planner. For this Discussion, you will apply the tools and information from this course to support the development of your Background of the Problem.

RESOURCES

To preparefor this Discussion,consider the research you have already done for your Background of the Implementation of Innovative Operational Models in Organizations which you submitted for this week's Assignment, and think about how your perspective as an independent scholar has evolved during this course.

BY DAY 3

Postan application of strategic planning concepts to professional and academic contexts. Your application should include answers to the following:

• What concepts did you find that changed the way you developed your Background of the Problem?
• What connections did you discover that helped to familiarize the reader with the topic?
• How did your Background of the Problem statement incorporate any key learning outcomes for the course?
• How will this course content help you avoidChecklist Creep(refer to page 14 in the DBA Traditional Doctoral Study Capstone Research Handbook) and refine your Background of the Problem?