13 Learning About Business Organizations
Carl Pavetto
Learning Objectives
For Assignment #1, the students’ objective is to learn the types of business organizations available in Maryland and their characteristics.
Purpose/Rationale
Instructions
For Assignment #1, the students will:
- Learn from the instructor the foundational aspects of business organizations in Maryland.
- Learn through the instructor and on their own the basics of performing on-line research on Maryland’s State on-line resources.
- Write and submit a two- to three-page memorandum explaining the key characteristics of the three types of business organizations in Maryland.
Format Requirements
The deliverable will be a two- to three-page memorandum using a business memorandum template that will be provided by the instructor. The template will be typical of memoranda used in a business context and will serve the purpose of introducing students to written communication in a business context.
Rubric/Criteria
RUBRIC for High Impact Project
- Organization 10 points
- Content 15 points
- Critical Thinking (HIP) 30 points
- Effective Writing (HIP) 30 points
- Engagement and Creativity 10 points
- Grammar and Mechanics 5 points
Students’ written products are clear and logical Student demonstrates understanding of business organization concepts and principles Student recognizes what the key points are Student’s writing is clear and logical Students’ business idea is innovative Grammar, punctuation, and spelling are error free Student shows effective use of headings and subheadings Content is comprehensive Student’s analysis reflects insightful thinking Student’s writing is reflective of insightful critical thinking Students’ business idea is captivating Students’ writing reflects the recognized terminology Flow of information is easily understandable Information provided is relevant Student understands concepts like pros and cons, and consequences and unintended consequences of business decisions Student’s writing style is reflective of writing for the audience (the reader) Students’ business idea is practical enough to have the promise of real-world success Student’s appropriately presents sources, references, and credits Student demonstrates an understanding of the real world of business Student’s analysis reflects an understanding of the real world of business Student’s sentence and paragraph structure conforms to accepted practice Student’s use of jargon is limited or explained for the lay person.
