Deliverable Length: 5-7 pages in

Deliverable Length: 5-7 pages in MS Word 2007 Details: Library Task Individual Research Project – Preliminary Research Design Click here to view the Sekaran diagram on the research process. This assignment has two parts: Part 1 The term “formal research” traditionally refers to conducting an experiment under controlled conditions in order to discover, demonstrate or test a hypothesis. On the other hand, a “business proposal” is considered the systematic gathering of information with the intent of arriving at an optimal solution for a given problem or situation. Each one has its application and value in the business setting, yet there are also attributes that are unique to each one. For the first part of this assignment, compare and contrast the theoretical and practical differences between “formal research” and “business proposals”. What are some commonalities? What are some differences? What are the capabilities of one in contrast with the capabilities of the other? Use sources available on the web, the library from the textbook to support your arguments and remember to include these sources in the references section of your paper. While you are working on the assignment, read the article `The Disconnect Between the Science and the Practice of Management` for additional assistance on the subject. Part 2 For this second part, search one of the five ‘testable statements’ (hypothesis) listed below and conduct a survey of the literature using one of the article collections (databases) in the Library. Based upon the elements of how to construct a literature review suggested in the Sekaran textbook and additional sources, prepare an actual 3-4 page Literature Review (Step 2 of the Sekaran process) that address the most relevant findings reported in research articles which address, support, or refute your chosen hypothesis. Pick one of the following hypotheses to compose your Literature Review: H1: Is collaborative technology in virtual business teams a facilitator of corporate globalization? H2: Are multiple forms of intelligences significant antecedents to transactional and transformational leadership behaviors? H3: Can organizational learning be considered a predictor of effective strategic management? H4: Is technical competency a mediator and moderator of managerial effectiveness? H5: What are the effects of human resources outsourcing on leadership performance and employee commitment? Please note that this assignment will be a building block for week 2 IP. Using the Library, the Internet, and your course materials, write a 5-7 page document using MS Word 2007 that addresses the questions in each part of the assignment. NOTE: Part 2 will be used for your research report in Unit 2 and Unit 4. Your report MUST include a reference list in correct APA format. Please note that all the sources used in your Literature Review also need to be listed in your references section. All research should be cited in the body of the paper. Reports without citations may not earn any higher grade than a ‘C’ letter grade. NOTE: Scholarly article collections may be accessed in the Library. Suggestions are: •ABI Inform Global •Academic Search Premier •Business Source Premier Source: Buckley, M. R., Ferris, G. R., Bernardin, J., & Harvey, M. G. (1998). The disconnect between the science and practice of management. Business Horizons, 41(2), 31-38. Retrieved February 6, 2009, from the Business Source Premier database. Please submit your assignment as an MS Word document in APA Style format. Objective: The Objective of the Unit 1 IP Assignment will involve the following the Course Outcomes and Grading Criteria with their respective percentages for the Grading Rubric: •Compare reflective and expedient decision making. (70%) •Apply the standard of APA Style to all research and writing tasks. (10%) •Apply critical thinking skills to analyze business situations. (20%)