In Week One, you will choose a generic organization (manufacturing plant, hospital, etc.). Assume that you are a hired consultant for this organization.

You have been asked by the president of the organization to prepare a background paper on the results of your research and to make recommendations to improve group productivity in the organization.

Your research has identified the following problems:

Role conflicts within groups

Communication problems among group members

Lack of cohesiveness in groups with diverse members

Excessive intergroup conflict

In an eight- to ten-page paper, include the following:

Introduction - clear explanation of the type of organization

Explanation of how each problem could impact a group's productivity (use examples to illustrate points)

Recommendations to resolve each problem

Suggestions, based on your knowledge of group dynamics, for a company-wide training program on best practices for group productivity

Conclusion/Summary

Writing the Final Paper

The Final Paper:

Must be 4000-5000 words in length, and formatted according to APA style as outlined in the Ashford Writing Center.

Must include a title page with the following:

Title of paper

Student's name

Course name and number

Instructor's name

Date submitted

Must begin with an introductory paragraph that has a succinct thesis statement.

Must address the topic of the paper with critical thought.

Must end with a conclusion that reaffirms your thesis.

Must document all sources in APA style, as outlined in the Ashford Writing Center.

Must include a separate reference page, formatted according to APA style as outlined in the Ashford Writing Center.

Must use at least six scholarly sources, in addition to the course text.