Describe a business problem (a specific company)

Describe a research problem (the why)

Identify a research question (a potential solution)

Propose two hypotheses

Main effect

A is related to B

Moderating or mediating effect

C mediates the relationship between A and B

D moderates the relationship between A and B

Address such issues as:

Definitions of your variables (from the past literature)

Describe data sources (primary or secondary)

Clarify the level of analysis (individual, department, firm, system?)

Explain the studied population in your study