As preparation for the final research paper, you formulated a theory about the correlation between measurable independent variables (causes) and one measurable dependent variable (the effect). Be sure to have at least two independent variables for proposed research paper. This rough draft should include the following four items which serve as the foundation for the final research paper after instructor feedback is given.Unit 5: 20 points (These steps total to 20 points).Create a draft of your report including the data. This copy of the data may be in an Excel spreadsheet. **Below is a copy of the requirements for your proposal from Unit 2.1) Purpose Statement [20%]In one paragraph, state the correlation and identify the primary independent variables.State the correlation as in the following:“The dependent variable _______ is determined by independent variables ________, _________, ________, and ________.”Identify and defend the “primary” independent variable, or the variable believed to have the strongest impact on the dependent variable:“The most important independent variable in this relationship is ________ because _________.”2) Definition of Variables [20%]For each variable, write a single definition paragraph talking about the variable. Paragraphs should be in this order: dependent variable, primary independent variable, and three independent variables.In addition to defining the independent variables, defend why each determines the dependent variable.For the primary independent variable, at least two research sources that discuss the variable also must be cited. These sources need not be technical documents but should contain evidence to justify the relationship between the primary independent variable and the dependent variable. List these sources in the Works Cited (reference) page.**Note: Citations from encyclopedias, Wikipedia, blogs, abstracts, or non-governmental websites are not acceptable research sources.3) Data Description [20%]For each of the variables, at least 30 observations of cross-sectional data must be obtained. Thus for the final research paper, a data matrix that is at least 30 rows by numbers of variables must be presented.In one paragraph, identify the data sources and describe the data (i.e., which government agencies supply the data, which methods are used to compile them, when they were collected, etc.).4) Works Cited Page [20%]The final page of the proposal should be a Works Cited page listing the two research sources for the primary independent variable and the data sources, with a separate citation for each table of data, including specific table numbers for each of the sources.5) Data [20%]Submit this Word File in this Canvas section for your Term Project Rough Draft, with Data.

The purpose of this assignment is to assess how potential value-enhancing strategies may pose risk to a firm.Review your instructor's feedback on the Strategic Alternatives Assessment and the Financial Analysis assignments. Use that feedback to guide your analysis of the strategies that you believe will provide the most significant opportunities for your firm to manage risk and add value.Keep in mind that increasing value for the firm does not necessarily mean expanding the business. Acquiring other firms, conducting research and development, or introducing new products and services might fall under the umbrella of value enhancement, while in other cases it may mean downsizing, rightsizing, or even refining the products and services the firm offers.In a paper of approximately 1,500 words, revisit the strategic alternatives and financial analysis recommendations that offer the greatest opportunities to add value to your firm and assess the risks of each. Use the information you have learned about your company's business model, industry, competition, and target market in conjunction with the feedback you received on your work in the previous two topics to assist you in addressing the following.Please have at least 3 references, an Intro, and a conclusion We will continue working with IKEA as this is the company we’ve been doing research on and submitting assignments for.In the Strategic Alternatives Assessment, you evaluated potential growth opportunities and strategies for your firm, using a SWOT analysis to assess the advantages and disadvantages of each. Recapitulate your findings here in conjunction with any instructor feedback received, identifying how you determined your proposed strategic alternative(s) and calculated potential inhibitors to each. Expand upon your initial proposed alternatives to include financial considerations.Throughout the course, you have developed and submitted reports for your firm based on information that you and your CLC group have acquired and assessed. However, it is equally important to consider what other information, had you been able to locate it, would have been of value in formulating recommendations. What information are you lacking that might assist you and your team in developing and suggesting value-enhancing strategic alternatives? What information are you lacking that would assist you and your team in better assessing and managing possible risks of the proposed alternatives?When it comes to making strategic recommendations to management, financial considerations weigh significantly on the feasibility and viability of the available options. Revisit the Financial Analysis assignment and, with the incorporation of any instructor feedback received, reiterate your findings on the financial condition and performance of the firm respective to the risks and benefits of forming a strategic alliance, profitability ratios, and possible value-enhancing strategies.Given your instructor's feedback and considering how the financial markets have changed since you submitted your Financial Analysis assignment, how would you refine or update your assessment of the organization's current performance and financial strategies?How would you use a decision matrix to determine the risks of your suggested strategic alternative and the potential financial implications for your company of pursuing this alternative? Is the decision matrix an effective tool for predicting risk? Why or why not? How does the application of the decision matrix alter what you previously chose as the most advantageous strategy?Utilizing a risk matrix, identify a minimum of 10 unique risks associated with the strategic alternative you believe will provide the most significant opportunity for your firm to add value. Choose two or three of the most critical risks and discuss their potential impacts on your selected alternative.Submit your risk matrix with your written response.Prepare this assignment according to the guidelines found in the APA Style template that’s been attached.I have attached the Strategic Alternatives Assessment paper that was turned in with the professor feedback/comments on the last page.I also have attached the Financial Analysis paper that was submitted but he has yet to give a grade or feedback as it was just turned in Sunday and he’s slow with grading. In the event he provides info while working on the assignment I will update you but it’s been attached for you to use as a reference. The excel spreadsheet was part of the Financial Analysis assignment.