MPA Program Independent Study
Research Project Summary
Preliminary Title:
Author(s):
I.
Problem-Issue-Topic
Briefly explain the main problem, issue, or topic that is to be addressed in this independent study.
II.
Importance of Project
Briefly explain why this problem, issue, or topic is important and relevant to your course of study in this
program.
III.
Significant Prior Research
Identify any existing literature that you will use in this project.
IV.
Possible Research Approach or Methodology
Explain your plan for addressing the problem, issue, or topic.
V.
Output and Potential Outcomes and the Importance of Each
Describe the output that you will deliver for assessment purposes. Also list the potential outcomes of your
project and the importance of each.
Note:
This project summary must be completed and submitted as an attachment to the
Individual Study Permit. Since the Permit requires the Dean’s approval, the
documentation must be submitted to the Department of Accounting in Ellensburg at
least two weeks before the start of the academic quarter. It should be between one and
two pages in length when completed. (See the attached sample.)
College of Business
Central Washington University