IS 3310 Troy University Recommendations Reducing Heart Related Problem Memorandum In this Independent Research Project (IRP), students provide a business decision recommendation using SAS primarily and Excel as needed to obtain real world data. The student will create and submit a business report that clearly communicates a recommendation based on their analysis of the data set that includes an analysis of different courses of action using weighted factors.
IRP Memo
Criteria Ratings Pts
This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeSalutationIdentify the audience for this IRP
3.0 pts
Good
Date, From, To lines correct.
1.0 pts
Fair
One or more items incorrect.
0.0 pts
Inadequate
Two or more items incorrect.
3.0 pts
This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeSubject LineShould relate to the topic, be interesting.
3.0 pts
Good
Subject line is relevant and informative.
1.0 pts
Fair
Subject line is not relevant to the IRP.
0.0 pts
Inadequate
Subject line does is not informative.
3.0 pts
This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeIntroductionSummary of the whole IRP. You may not be able to write this portion until you have finished the rest of the paper.
26.0 pts
Good
Paragraph 1: Summary of IRP. Paragraph 2: Discussion of tools and data. Paragraph 3: Summary of findings, analysis conclusion, and recommendation.
16.0 pts
Fair
Missing one of the introduction paragraphs, or not well written.
5.0 pts
Inadequate
Missing two or more of the relevant parts of the introduction, or not written well.
26.0 pts
This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeIssue IdentificationRequires critical thinking and creative thinking.
12.0 pts
Good
Clearly discussed the problem that the analysis is investigating. Clearly identified a primary issue.
10.0 pts
Fair
Discussed the primary issue that is being investigated somewhat, but not clearly identify the problem.
5.0 pts
Inadequate
Discussed a symptom of the problem only.
12.0 pts
This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeIssue AnalysisHow are you going to investigate your problem with this data?
12.0 pts
Good
Clearly discussed analysis plan (specifically mentions ANOVA, Linear Regression, or other analysis method). Clearly states research question in plain language. Correctly states statistical question that matches research question (null and alternative hypotheses).
7.0 pts
Fair
Missing one of the elements of this section.
3.0 pts
Inadequate
Missing two or more of the elements of this section.
12.0 pts
This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeDataWhere did the data come from? What did you do to prepare it for analysis?
9.0 pts
Good
Clearly discussed data: 1) Source 2) Any data cleansing required (treatment of outliers?) 3) Appropriate descriptive statistics table included.
6.0 pts
Fair
Missing one of the required elements of this section.
3.0 pts
Inadequate
Missing two or more elements of this section.
9.0 pts
This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeAnalysis
9.0 pts
Full Marks
Clear discussion of analysis: 1) Identify variables (independent, dependent, type) 2) Relevant charts and tables 3) Discussion references any charts, tables, values (pvalue, etc.) needed to reach conclusion.
6.0 pts
Fair
Missing one of the elements of this section.
3.0 pts
Inadequate
Missing two or more elements of this section.
9.0 pts
This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeConclusion
9.0 pts
Full Marks
Clearly discussed analysis conclusion: 1) Analysis results (significant, not significant) 2) Hypothesis conclusion (accept, reject) 3) Impact of your conclusion as it relates to the problem you identified in the “Issue Identification” section.
6.0 pts
Fair
Missing one of the elements of this section.
3.0 pts
Inadequate
Missing two or more elements of this section.
9.0 pts
This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeCOA’sCourse of Action Development
8.0 pts
Full Marks
Student developed three or more courses of action (COA’s) to the problem based on a better understanding of the problem obtained by their analysis. COA could optimize ROI, optimize time, optimize, optimize impact on people, “status quo”, etc.
6.0 pts
Fair
Student developed two or more possible solutions.
2.0 pts
Inadequate
Student did not develop any possible solutions to the problem, or it was not clear that they understood how to think critically about solutions to the problem.
8.0 pts
This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeRecommendation
9.0 pts
Full Marks
A recommendation that addresses the problem or opportunity identified in the “Issue Identification” section is clearly communicated. Recommendation is creative, demonstrates critical thinking, and insightful.
7.0 pts
Fair
A recommendation that addresses the problem identified in the “Issue Identification” section is clearly communicated, but does not demonstrate critical and creative thinking.
5.0 pts
Adequate
A recommendation is provided, but does not clearly tie back to the problem or opportunity identified in the “Issue Identification” section.
9.0 pts
Total Points: 100.0
Attachment is an example. Today’s Date (e.g. 15 August 2017)
From: StudentFirstName StudentLastName
To:
InstructorName
Subj:
Independent Research Project Report: Topic (e.g. Airport Traffic Analysis)
Introduction:
In the first paragraph of this section, provide a brief overview of the analytical question you are trying to
answer in this analysis. This entire report should be four to six pages, including tables and charts.
In the second paragraph of this section, discuss the SAS tools and tasks that you used to complete the
analysis, and identify the nature (origins, date, owner – the “meta data”) of the data set you used for
analysis.
In the third paragraph of this section, briefly summarize your findings, conclusions, and clearly
communicate your recommendation. If the decision maker agrees, they may not read past this section
of your report.
Issue Identification:
In this section, discuss the issue that your analyzing. Consider the “Who, what, why, where, when, and
how?” questions as you discuss the issue. Make sure you identify the primary issue, not a symptom of
your problem or opportunity.
Issue Analysis:
In the first part of this section, briefly discuss your analysis plan. Make sure you identify the question
that you are hoping to answer.
Data:
Discuss in detail your data, where it came from, how you cleaned it, etc. Provide a table with descriptive
statistics from SAS.
Analysis:
In this section, discuss your analysis in detail. Include any relevant tables and charts. Do not change the
margins, and make sure all graphics fit on the page and do not break across pages.
Conclusion:
In this section, clearly identify the analytical conclusion you have reached after your analysis of the data.
Course of Action Development
In this section, discuss at least three courses of action that could be used to improve a problem or take
advantage of the opportunity identified by your analysis.
1
Recommendation
In this section, discuss your recommendation on how to improve a problem or take advantage of the
opportunity identified by your analysis.
2
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