Managing a Positive Working Culture in the Workplace - Research Paper Example

Rhonda Capron, EdD, Dean

School of Business and Technology

A Dissertation Presented in Partial Fulfillment

Of the Requirements for the Degree

Doctor of Business Administration

Capella University

Month Year [of final school approval]

© Sabrina Rahn, 2017

Abstract

The purpose of the abstract is to provide a concise and accurate synopsis of key elements of your dissertation. The suggested length is 400 words or less. Format the abstract as one double-spaced paragraph without an indented first line and without a justified right margin. Do not include the headings shown below, and also do not use bullets or bold. Include the following information:

• Research topic summary (1-5 sentences). Provide a concise summary of your dissertation research topic. Explain the rationale for your study and the gap in the literature or field your dissertation addresses. Indicate your research questions, matching the wording used in your dissertation chapters.
• Research methodology (1-2 sentences). Summarize the research methodology used in the study.
• Population and sample (1-2 sentences). Describe the population and sample, including high-level demographic information regarding your participant pool. If secondary data was used, describe the data set.
• Data analysis (1-2 sentences). Provide a concise summary of your data analysis.
• Findings (1-3 sentences). Provide a concise summary of your research findings and conclusion(s). If relevant, you may also briefly note recommended future research associated with your own findings.

Tips for developing a quality abstract

• Keep in mind that the abstract is representative of your work. Researchers will review your abstract to determine whether your dissertation is worthy of reading and relevant to their literature review. Employers may review your abstract to learn more about the nature and quality of your doctoral work. The abstract should therefore represent your most polished and well-written work.
• Guidelines for development of an abstract are in section 2.04 of the APA Publication Manual, 6th edition. 
• References are generally not used in the abstract, as the focus is the study, the research, and the findings.

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Dedication

This page is optional. The dedication is the writer’s personal acknowledgment indicating his or her appreciation and respect for significant individuals in the writer’s life. The dedication is personal; thus, any individuals named are frequently unrelated to the topic of the dissertation. 

Typically, the learner dedicates the work to the one or two individuals who instilled in the learner the value of education and the drive to succeed in educational pursuits. Learners often dedicate dissertations to relatives, immediate family, or significant individuals who have supported them or played a role in their lives. 

Note: if the Abstract is two pages long, change the page number of the Dedication to iv.

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Acknowledgments

The acknowledgments differ from the dedication in one significant way: The acknowledgements recognize individuals who have supported the writer’s scholarly efforts as they relate to the dissertation or who have held a role in the writer’s academic career as it relates to the research of the dissertation. This might mean your mentor and committee members, dissertation advisor, online or colloquia faculty, and other support people from Capella or other organizations. If you received financial support from fellowships, grants, or other organizational support, it should be noted in this section.

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Table of Contents

Acknowledgmentsiv

List of Tablesviii

List of Figuresix

CHAPTER 1. INTRODUCTION1

Introduction1

Background1

Business Problem3

Research Purpose5

Research Questions6

Rationale7

Theoretical Framework7

Significance9

Definition of Terms9

Methodology11

The research shall be conducted by qualitative analysing the primary data that shall be collected by the researcher. The primary data shall be collected through survey questionnaires and interviews that shall be conducted by the researcher. The questionnaire shall be distributed amongst 20 randomly selected individuals working for known multi-national enterprises, through online sources such as emails. Furthermore, interviews shall be conducted with the managers of the company to understand the problems they encounter within the workplace that are associated with cultural conflicts. The acquired data shall be analysed qualitatively to obtain the required information that would enable the researcher to proceed further with the research and provide relevant recommendation.11

Assumptions and Limitations11

Organization for Remainder of Study12

CHAPTER 2. LITERATURE REVIEW14

[Include Appropriate Headings]14

CHAPTER 3. METHODOLOGY15

Introduction15

Design and Methodology15

Participants15

Setting15

Analysis of Research Questions15

Credibility and Dependability15

Data Collection15

Data Analysis15

Ethical Considerations15

CHAPTER 4. RESULTS16

Introduction16

Data Collection Results16

Data Analysis and Results16

Summary16

CHAPTER 5. DISCUSSION, IMPLICATIONS, RECOMMENDATIONS17

Introduction17

Evaluation of Research Questions17

Fulfillment of Research Purpose17

Contribution to Business Problem17

Recommendations for Further Research17

Conclusions17