Cover Page Executive Summary Table of Contents Background Problem/ Opportunity Research Objectives
Action Standard Research Method Research Results Managerial Implications Appendices Acknowledge Sources
Research reports are built on diverse sources. The skill is in bringing those sources together to improve understanding or decision-making. Unless attributed, all statements, analysis, interpretation and opinion in a report will be attributed to you.
If it is wrong, then you are at fault. If it is correct, you will be credited with providing solid evidence.
What should you acknowledge?
- Anything taken from another source including pictures or logos. Citations are required if you quote directly, paraphrase, or use someone’s ideas or opinions as your own. For clarity, see Acknowledging Sources at http://library.uta.edu/plagiarism/.
- Be comprehensive in describing the sources you used. You may decide to quote only one source but you should show the extent to which you examined appropriate sources.
Where should you place acknowledgements?
- You may have a Reference section, use footnotes or endnotes, or all of these. Again, consider the reader and place it where it is most useful.
What should be included in a citation?
- Different disciplines have preferred methods for citing sources. The important thing is to know what details are needed for the citation to be credible and to be located by others.
Here are good Citation Styles Guide: Citation Styles in Georgia State University Library Research Guides