In a one page, double spaced summary identify the title of your research paper. Explain why you have chosen your research topic, and describe the approach you will use in researching your topic.

This is included in the final paper:

1. A description of the current controversies or challenges regarding the issue (why it is relevant for the study of public sector Human Resource Management)

2. A discussion of some comparative perspectives on the issue (how is the issue different in the public, private and nonprofit sectors; how is the issue different at the local, state or national level of government or in different regions of the country; OR how is the issue different in the United States than in other countries).

3. A review of best practices regarding this issue (describe how this issue is handled in a high performance organization or in a progressive jurisdiction).

4. A discussion of competencies Public Human Resource Management Administrators should have regarding this issue (essential knowledge, skills and abilities for effective human resource management on this issue).