Capstone Project Preliminary Ideas IndividualResources

• Discussion Participation Scoring Guide.
• MBA6028 Course Alignment Map.
• Paragraphing With the MEAL Plan.
• MBA Capstone Project Guidelines.

Activity Context

This discussion helps you develop the skills to master the following course competency:

• Integrate and apply core knowledge, skills, and attitudes to plan for resolution of key business challenges.

Revisit the MBA6028 Course Alignment Map to review how all activities assist you in achieving the course competencies and overall program outcomes.

Activity Instructions

Read the MBA Capstone Project Guidelines document, paying careful attention to the template and example of a proposal located in Appendix A. In your post, describe what you think may be a viable capstone project for you. You may use the template from Appendix A of the document to organize your thoughts. Include the following in your post:

• A brief description of the business you are choosing.
• A description of your project and expected outcome (recommendations, business plan with next steps, and so on).
• Your reason for choosing this project.

Remember to consider the scalability of your project. For example, you may wish to write about Barnes & Noble, but that would require hundreds of pages. However, you could choose to focus on how Barnes & Noble has managed to survive the Internet age when borders crumbled. Use this opportunity to gain valuable feedback from your peers and instructor on focusing your project. Keep in mind that your capstone project must result in evidence-based recommendations, takeaways, or next steps.

Response Guidelines

Respond to the posts of at least two other learners, providing feedback on the clarity and feasibility of their capstone projects. Include answers to the following:

• Is the goal of the project apparent?
• Will the project help the learner demonstrate the program outcomes?
• IsprojectcompletionfeasiblewithinthesixweeksofMBA6900?

Must be at least 300 words or more.