This case asks you to write a proposal.
The Case: Proposal
Students should identify a problem. This problem can originate in an organization in which they are a member, or it can be a policy at their academic institution which they believe should be altered, or it can be any other situation for which they believe they can propose a solution.
Students should then write a proposal, paying close attention to the superstructure of proposals discussed in Chapter 22.
It might be helpful for students to use the Superstructure Worksheet to help organize their writing.
The Superstructure Worksheet
Proposal Superstructure Questions:
| Topic | Readers' Question | Your Response |
| Introduction | What is this communication about? | |
| Problem | Why is the proposed project needed? | |
| Objectives | What features will a solution to the problem need in order to be successful? | |
| Solution | What will your proposed solution look like? | |
| Method Resources Schedule Qualifications Management |
Are you going to be able to deliver what you describe here? | |
| Costs | What will it cost? |