BA 205  Business Communication
Final Project Guidelines

Topic (Both Group and Individual)

Pick a business problem that requires significant use of business communication 
techniques and tools to address.  Options include any type of business report or 
proposal.  You may also choose to do a tutorial or user’s guide.  However, all 
projects must include the following:

  Outside research (appropriately documented)
  Multiple communication tools (more than one type of business document)
  At least one chart, table or graph
  A presentation summarizing or demonstrating the project

For sample activities, review the “Activities” sections of Chapters 13 & 14.  
However, you will need to find a “real-life” application of any problem you 
choose.  You may use a project you are using at work or in other classes with 
approval from your employer/instructors.

Paper Guidelines

At least 3 full pages, excluding front and back matter.  1 1/2 or double spaced.  
Standard font size and style.  Appropriate length is determined by subject matter 
and audience needs/expectations.

Presentation Guidelines

Group Project:  A panel presentation utilizing PowerPoint.  Approximately 30 
minutes, excluding introductions and set up.

Individual Project:  A web page or pages.  Length and format will depend on 
subject matter.  The web page must include hyperlinks, graphics and an e-mail 
link to the author.  The web page may connect to outside sources.

Other Options

If you have a special topic or format in mind that does not fit the above criteria, 
talk to me about it.  We may be able to come to an agreement.