Your research must be related to a topic associated with strategic business development. To achieve the learning outcomes at the standards provided, you must prepare a portfolio which includes all the work completed for the following tasks. When citing sources of information that you have used for your research, provide a reference using an appropriate format, e$.$g$.,$ Harvard. Task $1$ In section one of your portfolio, you should: $$ Identify a valid area for research to support the strategic development of a business area $$ Explain the aim, scope and objectives for a chosen area of research $$ Prepare a research proposal and project plan including success criteria, key milestones and critical pathways Extension activities To achieve a Merit, you must justify how the research area you have chosen supports the achievement of an aspect of strategic business development.