2.2 Section Content

Report Content     Purposes of Sections

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The specific style and sections of a research report will vary by discipline. Consult examples in your discipline for expected styles. The example below provides descriptions of common sections generally included in research reports.

1. Cover Page (s)
2. Executive Summary
3. Table of Contents
4. Background
5. Problem/Opportunity Definition
6. Research Objectives
7. Action Standard
8. Research Methods
9. Research Results
10.  Managerial Implications
11.  Appendices
12.  Acknowledge Sources

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