RESEARCH TOPIC: What tactics and approaches women leaders adopt to overcome those
barriers for women in leadership.
Research Project Assignment Criteria
Title Page
• Follow APA 7th edition format: Title in bold, centered, followed by
student's name, institutional affiliation, course number and name, instructor's
name, and due date
• Use standard font (e.g., Times New Roman 12pt, Calibri 11pt, Arial
11pt).
Abstract (150–250 words)
• A concise summary of the research project, including the purpose,
methodology, key findings, and conclusions.
• Should be on a separate page and formatted according to APA 7th
guidelines.
Introduction (1–2 pages)
• Introduce the research topic and its relevance.
• State the problem or research question being investigated.
• Provide background information and a brief literature review.
• Clearly state the purpose and significance of the research.
Literature Review (3–5 pages)
• Summarize and critically analyze previous research on the topic.
• Identify gaps in the existing literature that the project aims to
address.
• Ensure all sources are cited correctly in APA 7th edition format, with
in-text citations and reference entries.
Methodology (2–3 pages)
• Describe the research design, approach (qualitative, quantitative, or
mixed methods), and data collection methods.
• Explain how participants were be selected and provide details on
instruments used for data collection. DO NOT INTERVIEW OR SURVEY ANY PARTICIPANTS
AT THIS POINT
• Discuss how ethical considerations will be addressed.
Reflection on Research Project Plan (first person is permitted ONLY in this
section) (2-3 pages)
• Based on the research project plan articulated, reflect on the planning
of the project, what will you adjust prior to capstone?
• Describe the limitations of the proposed research study and how they
may be minimized.
• How did you change, adjust, and improve your research project since
week 1 brainstorming?
Conclusion (1 page)
• Summarize the key points of the research project
• Restate the significance of the research
• Offer concluding thoughts on the topic.
Reference List
• Include a reference page formatted according to APA 7th edition.
• Ensure all sources cited in the text are included in the reference
list, and vice versa.
Appendices (if applicable)
• Include any additional materials such as PROPOSED surveys, interview
questions
• Each appendix should be labeled (e.g., Appendix A) and referenced in
the text.
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General Requirements
• Word Count: 3,500–5,000 words (excluding title page, abstract,
references, and appendices).
• Font and Spacing: Use 12pt Times New Roman (or equivalent), double-
spaced text, and 1-inch margins.
• In-text Citations: Ensure proper use of in-text citations according to
APA 7th edition rules.
• Must include a minimum of five scholarly articles and resources.
• Headings: Use APA 7th edition heading levels appropriately.
• Plagiarism: Submit original work with no more than 10% similarity on
plagiarism detection tools.
