Research Paper
Use at least one project you have been a team member of, or a project manager for, as an example to contextualize the research topics below:
All of the following topics must be addressed in order for the paper to be complete:
Define the importance of purchasing and supply management and how this relates to selecting a qualified supplier.
Discuss how to select strategies for negotiating prices.
Assemble the steps of the creation of a project supply, service, and material budget from detailed requirements.
Illustrate the benefits and costs of outsourcing, and the growth pattern of outsourcing.
Evaluation of the various organizations that are benchmarks in purchasing and supply management, and their best practices. Provide specific examples of companies who show market leadership in purchasing and supply management.
This is an assignment with a length of eight to ten pages that should integrate the reading, multi-media and class discussions. It is mandatory to have research from the classroom text, as well as three sources from scholarly sources to support your views.
Consider the validity of your resources carefully before using them in academic papers. It is recommended to use examples from your professional experience where possible, or build from your learning in the discussion boards.
Writing the Research Paper
The Final Paper:
- Must be eight to ten double-spaced pages in length, and formatted according to APA style as outlined in the Ashford Writing Center.
- Must include a title page with the following: a. Title of paper b. Student’s name c. Course name and number d. Instructor’s name e. Date submitted
- Must begin with an introductory paragraph that has a succinct thesis statement.
- Must address the topic of the paper with critical thought.
- Must end with a conclusion that reaffirms your thesis.
- Must use at least three scholarly sources, other than the textbook.
- Must document all sources in APA style, as outlined in the Ashford Writing Center.
- Must include a separate reference page, formatted according to APA style as outlined in the Ashford Writing Center.
Carefully review the Grading Rubric for the criteria that will be used to evaluate your assignment.
INF336.W5A1.05.2015 Description: Total Possible Score: 25.00
Organization: Introduction, Thesis Statement, and Conclusion Total: 1.50 Distinguished – Paper is logically organized with a well-written introduction, thesis statement, and conclusion.
Defines the Importance of Purchasing and Supply Management and How to Select Qualified Suppliers Total: 3.00 Distinguished – Comprehensively defines the importance of purchasing and supply management, including how to select the most qualified supplier. Expertly applies concepts and vocabulary from the text and/or additional scholarly research.
Discusses How to Select a Strategy for Negotiating Prices Total: 3.50 Distinguished – Comprehensively discusses how to select a strategy for negotiating prices.
Assembles the Steps of Building a Project Supply, Service, and Material Budget Total: 4.00 Distinguished – Comprehensively assembles the steps of the project supply, service, and material budget. Expertly applies the concepts and vocabulary from the text.
Illustrates the Costs and Benefits of Outsourcing and the Growth Pattern of Outsourcing Total: 4.00 Distinguished – Provides an exceptionally detailed illustration of the cost and benefits of outsourcing and the growth pattern of outsourcing. Utilizes relevant examples to illustrate points.
Evaluates Organizations that Set Benchmarks in Purchasing and Supply Management and Best Practices Total: 5.00 Distinguished – Clearly evaluates specific organizations that set benchmarks in purchasing and supply management processes. The evaluation of market leaders who build the best practices and systems in the industry is balanced and thoroughly supported by research.
Critical Thinking: Explanation of Issues Total: 0.50 Distinguished – Clearly and comprehensively explains in detail the issue to be considered, delivering all relevant information necessary for a full understanding.
Critical Thinking: Evidence Total: 0.50 Distinguished – Employs persuasive information from credible sources to develop an ample analysis or synthesis of the topic. Viewpoints of experts are scrutinized thoroughly.
Reading: Relationship to Text Total: 0.50 Distinguished – Analyzes texts for scholarly significance and pertinence within and across the various disciplines, assessing them according to their contributions and consequences.
Written Communication: Control of Syntax and Mechanics Total: 0.63 Distinguished – Displays meticulous comprehension and organization of syntax and mechanics, such as spelling and grammar. Written work contains no errors, and is very easy to understand.
Written Communication: APA Formatting Total: 0.63 Distinguished – Accurately uses APA formatting consistently throughout the paper, title page, and reference page.
Written Communication: Page Requirement Total: 0.62 Distinguished – The paper meets the specific page requirement stipulated in the assignment description.
Written Communication: Resource Requirement Total: 0.62 Distinguished – Uses more than the required number of scholarly sources, providing compelling evidence to support ideas. All sources on the reference page are used and cited correctly within the body of the assignment.
