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:
1.Role conflicts within groups
2.Communication problems among group members
3.Lack of cohesiveness in groups with diverse members
4.Excessive intergroup conflict

In an eight to ten-page paper, include the following:
1.Introduction – clear explanation of the type of organization
2.Explanation of how each problem could impact a group’s productivity (use examples to illustrate points)
3.Recommendations to resolve each problem
4.Suggestions, based on your knowledge of group dynamics, for a company-wide training program on best practices for group productivity
5.Conclusion/Summary

Writing the Final Paper
The Final Paper:
1.Must be eight to ten double-spaced pages in length, and formatted according to APA style as outlined in the Ashford Writing Center.
2.Must include a title page with the following: ◦Title of paper
◦Student’s name
◦Course name and number
◦Instructor’s name
◦Date submitted

3.Must begin with an introductory paragraph that has a succinct thesis statement.
4.Must address the topic of the paper with critical thought.
5.Must end with a conclusion that reaffirms your thesis.
6.Must use at least six scholarly sources.
7.Must document all sources in APA style, as outlined in the Ashford Writing Center.
8.Must include a separate reference page, formatted according to APA style as outlined in the Ashford Writing Center