After reviewing the Research Paper assignment, you should begin exploring the direction of your research and writing. A 400-450 word topic proposal should be submitted. The topic proposal should follow APA stylistic guidelines and include:
Proposed topic (1 sentence)
Why the topic is interesting and important, including a citation from at least one scholarly journal article (2-3 paragraphs)
Thesis statement (1 sentence)
Suggested Topics for Organizational Communication Papers
Leadership (focused on a specific area, if possible)
Conflict Management
Crisis Management
Sexual Harassment
Sustainability
Social Media
Decision Making
Organizational Change
Diverse Workplace
Great Place to Work/Human Resources
Ethics/Integrity
Equal Pay/Equal Work
Fair Trade (not Free Trade)
Quality/Safety Performance
Organizational Culture
Organizational Climate
Gender Equity
Power
Group/Team Building
Group/Team Remote Communication Strategies
