To demonstrate writing skills and mastery of the course content, the student will write a comprehensive leadership concept analysis paper.

To demonstrate writing skills and mastery of the course content, the student will write a comprehensive leadership concept analysis paper. Emphasis of the paper will be on a demonstration of new knowledge, learning through documentation and research, and the student’s ability to use writing as a process for developing critical thinking. Concepts for this exercise must pertain to Leadership and Management in the profession of nursing.

Total Possible Points: 100

Grading Criteria

I. Introduction (20 points) _______
a. Thesis statement
b. Definition of concept and Background information on concept.

II. Literature Review (20 points) ________
a. Current Research on the topic (at least two journal articles must be
cited, Articles MUST BE WITHIN THE LAST 5 YEARS)
b. Theory/theories addressing the concept (with citations)
c. Journals and books addressing the concept (with citations)