Discussion:
Final Paper
Focus of the Final Paper
We have determined that change is inevitable and subject to a number of variables attributing to the success or failure of the change process. The Final Paper is an exploration of a change initiative that you have personally experienced or researched. The paper should demonstrate your knowledge of the change process through a comprehensive analysis and discussion of the following aspects of organizational change. Your paper should include:
An identification and description of a professional change initiative personally experienced or researched.
A discussion of the change initiative as seen through the eyes of the leader and the follower.
A discussion of the successes and failures experienced during the change event.
An analysis of the concepts and theories used to facilitate the change process.
An evaluation of the impact of the change upon the organization.
A discussion on the sustainability of the change effort.
You should incorporate concepts and theories relating to the change process as they apply to each section of the paper.
Writing the Final Paper
The Final Paper:
Should be eight to ten double-spaced pages in length (excluding the title and reference pages), and formatted according to APA style as outlined in the APA format.
Should include a title page with the following:
Title of paper
Student's name
Course name and number
Instructor's name
Date submitted
Should begin with an introductory paragraph that has a succinct thesis statement.
Should address the topic of the paper with critical thought.
Should use headers to identify the specific aspect of change within the paper.
Should end with a conclusion that reaffirms your thesis.
Should use at least five scholarly sources from scholarly peer to peer reviews , and professional journals, in addition to the course text.
Should format documents and all sources in APA format.
Should include a separate reference page that is formatted according to APA style as outlined in the APA format.