Organizational leaders make decisions every day that affect their organizations and employees. Making informed decisions is an imperative for leaders if their organizations are to remain viable and sustainable. This Capstone course was designed to integrate and synthesize research with concepts, theories, and skills learned through the Master’s program to address an organizational problem or opportunity. Integration of acquired knowledge is demonstrated by each student in the development and completion of the Capstone Project process. The final Capstone assignment, Capstone Project Report, demonstrates a student’s ability to conduct practical research in support of a decision-making process. Your Capstone Project must include the following: Title Page An Executive Summary An outline of the organizational problem or opportunity being investigated. A summary of the background and argument surrounding your issue. An overview of your recommendations for your organization Section I: Organization/Industry Problem or Opportunity Intro & Definition of Terms Problem Statement Purpose Statement Research Question Intended Audience Section II: Problem or Opportunity Background Background of Problem/Opportunity Explanation of the Importance of the Topic Theoretical Framework Section III: Investigative Steps An explanation of the research approach taken Methodology used Bias found Topics intentionally not addressed due to time constraints, lack of substantial research, etc... Section IV: Literature Review An analysis of the findings of research obtained relevant to the research topic A comprehensible logical flow of information, with categorized headings, that is unmistakably linked to the problem, opportunity, and research questions Graphics or other analytical charts from research, if relevant to the findings Section V: Recommendations and Conclusions Interpretive views about results Recommendations, options, action plans, or practical applications for decision makers to use Correlation to investigative findings for all recommendations One page, at the minimum, dedicated to the conclusion of this research project, to include future recommendations for areas of opportunity and research that were not addressed due to the time limitations of this Capstone

Action research is only valuable in its implementation. Using action research as a springboard for collaboration in an organization, you can initiate positive organizational change that will benefit all stakeholders. Communicating your results effectively is a vital part of any successful research plan.For this assignment, use the action plan proposal from Topic 5 as the basis for a 5-7 minute video presentation to share with colleagues, administrators, and other stakeholders in the organization.You may use any video platform you choose, (e.g., your phone, Windows Movie Maker, iMovie, GoAnimate, Powtoon, Adobe Spark). The video must be engaging, visually appealing, and designed to encourage collaboration in your action plan.Include the following in your presentation:Brief description of the action plan you proposeOverview of the data used to create the action planRole each stakeholder will play in the action plan and timetable for implementationExpected outcomes and benefits to the organization and the stakeholdersIn addition, write a 250-500 word reflection discussing how the action research process may apply to your future professional practice.If your video was not created with an online source that hosts it, use an online video platform such as Loom, YouTube, or Vimeo to upload your completed video. If you upload your video to YouTube, select the "unlisted" option.Submit the link to your video along with your reflection.APA format is not required, but solid academic writing is expected.This assignment uses a rubric. Review the rubric prior to beginning the assignment to become familiar with the expectations for successful completion.You are required to submit this assignment to LopesWrite. Refer to the LopesWrite Technical Support articles for assistance