Student Name
Course: MSM 562 Applied Management Capstone Project
(Capstone Experience)
Date
Research Topic
Content/Development—60%
Subject Matter—30%
• Key elements of assignment covered
• Content is comprehensive/accurate/persuasive
• Displays an understanding of relevant theory
• Major points supported by specific details/examples
• Research is adequate/timely
• Writer has included appropriate number of sources
Higher–Order Thinking—30%
• Writer compares/contrasts/integrates theory/subject matter with
work environment/experience
• At an appropriate level, the writer analyzes and synthesizes
theory/practice to develop new ideas and ways of
conceptualizing and performing
Organization—10%
• The introduction provides a sufficient background on the topic
and previews major points
• Central theme/purpose is immediately clear
• Structure is clear, logical, and easy to follow
• Subsequent sections develop/support the central theme
• Conclusion/recommendations follow logically from the body of
the paper
Style/Mechanics—30%
Format—10%
• Citations/reference page follows guidelines
• Properly cites ideas/info from other sources – APA, MLA
• Paper is laid out effectively—uses, heading and other reader–
friendly tools
• Paper is neat/shows attention to detail
Grammar/Punctuation/Spelling—10%
• Rules of grammar, usage, punctuation are followed
• Spelling is correct
Readability/Style—10%
• Sentences are complete, clear, and concise
• Sentences are well–constructed with consistently strong, varied
structure
• Transitions between sentences/paragraphs/sections help
maintain the flow of thought
• Words used are precise and unambiguous
• The tone is appropriate to the audience, content, and assignment
Comments / Grade
Course: MSM 562 Applied Management Capstone Project
(Capstone Experience)
Date
Research Topic
Content/Development—60%
Subject Matter—30%
• Key elements of assignment covered
• Content is comprehensive/accurate/persuasive
• Displays an understanding of relevant theory
• Major points supported by specific details/examples
• Research is adequate/timely
• Writer has included appropriate number of sources
Higher–Order Thinking—30%
• Writer compares/contrasts/integrates theory/subject matter with
work environment/experience
• At an appropriate level, the writer analyzes and synthesizes
theory/practice to develop new ideas and ways of
conceptualizing and performing
Organization—10%
• The introduction provides a sufficient background on the topic
and previews major points
• Central theme/purpose is immediately clear
• Structure is clear, logical, and easy to follow
• Subsequent sections develop/support the central theme
• Conclusion/recommendations follow logically from the body of
the paper
Style/Mechanics—30%
Format—10%
• Citations/reference page follows guidelines
• Properly cites ideas/info from other sources – APA, MLA
• Paper is laid out effectively—uses, heading and other reader–
friendly tools
• Paper is neat/shows attention to detail
Grammar/Punctuation/Spelling—10%
• Rules of grammar, usage, punctuation are followed
• Spelling is correct
Readability/Style—10%
• Sentences are complete, clear, and concise
• Sentences are well–constructed with consistently strong, varied
structure
• Transitions between sentences/paragraphs/sections help
maintain the flow of thought
• Words used are precise and unambiguous
• The tone is appropriate to the audience, content, and assignment
Comments / Grade