Write an 8- to 10-page paper (2000 to 2750 words) in APA format that focuses on defining organizational context, identifying the boundaries of the problem, and applying a decision-making model/theory – better if you can draw from, and include theory, from this source:
Peterson, Martin. (2017). An Introduction to Decision Theory, 2nd Edition.
Use the headings below when completing this written assignment. You must use at least ten references in this paper. Six of these sources must be scholarly peer-reviewed journal articles; three references can be white papers published by professional organizations (e.g., Society for Human Resources Management). No blogs, wikis, or news websites.
Introduction [maximum 1 page] Introduce the entire paper (not just the problem).
Organizational Context [maximum 2 pages]
Using the U.S. Army or Navy as the focus organization, provide a concise overview of the organizational context for policy decision making.
Decision Definition [maximum 3 pages]
Identify a decision that needs to be made in the organization. Decisions may be related to, but are not limited to, hiring, vendor selection, budget allocation, and business expansion. Then, define the scope of the decision that needs to be made related to the organizational context (i.e., size of the organization, budget size/restrictions, staffing size).
Decision-Making Model
Subheading: [insert the name of the model that you are applying] [maximum 1 page]
Select a decision-making model and define the properties of this decision-making model. Explore the positive aspects of the model and the general challenges to the use of the model.
Subheading: Application of the Model [maximum 2 pages]
Apply the model step-by-step to the problem that has been defined.
Explore the different decisions that could/would be made after application of the model.
What challenges would need to be overcome to apply the model effectively? Consider barriers that might create an issue with the decision being made or being effective such as resistance by employees.
Conclusion [maximum 1 page]
Clearly and concisely wrap up the paper.
