Graduate Paper: The graduate paper should discuss one of the topics that will be covered in the course. Students are required to email the topic and a brief outline of their proposed paper no later than the end of Module 3 for approval by the instructor. In this paper, students should, at a minimum, provide a historical perspective, current happenings, and the importance of this topic in today's business environment. The paper should be no more than 10 pages in 12-point font, including cover page and reference pages, and written using APA style. The paper is due no later than the end of Module 6.

The following will be used for rubrics (scoring) for the term paper. Please use the outline below (40 pts):
Title
Introduction/Abstract:
A brief synopsis of the subject matter
Problem/Issue statement:
State the thesis or problem you are going to discuss/analyze/solve
Analysis/Discussion:
This is the body of your paper
Describe your work, discuss your analysis, and discuss your position
Brief Summary/Conclusion/Position:
Brief summary and conclusion stating your position
Recommendation:
Brief recommendation on how to avoid the problem or improve the process in the future
Suggestion for Future Study:
Suggest something that was not directly addressed in the current problem that needs to be addressed in the future
References:
Must have several references
Always follow APA referencing and formatting

Statement on graduate-level writing requirements:
Your writing reflects your ideas and communicates your understanding of the topic to the instructor. This assignment will be graded on the composition elements listed below, as well as your understanding of the content:

Successful graduate-level writing should demonstrate
• Proofreading skills
• Correct grammar and punctuation
• Logical organization
• Proper content presentation (introduction, body, conclusion)
• Correct formatting for citations, references, and headings

COST MANAGEMENT and STRATEGIC DECISION MAKING

Honest management
Good and reliable management

Cost Accounting
Reduce cost
Improve Services

Management accountants
Operating laws

Sarbanes Oxley Act
Reliable financial reporting
Management