Business Essays
Essay Writing and
Referencing Guide
School of Management
Essay and Project Writing
Management is a varied subject. It is a social science, which is both academic and practical, and you will need to acquire knowledge and skills that are numerical, technical and literary. Of all the tasks students have to tackle, however, they find the techniques of essay and project writing the most perplexing and elusive. In fact, you have only to appreciate some basic principles; gain enough practice; and know your subject through adequate reading and research. The following notes are intended to provide some general guidance for all first year
Management students on the art of good essay writing. Any hints apply equally to the answering of examination questions.
All students, regardless of academic background and ability, should be anxious to ensure that their hard work is properly directed and appreciated. Lecturers want their students to understand what is required of them and so attain the highest standards. The purpose of these notes is not to force students into writing dull, mechanical essays, but rather to help each student develop his or her own style of thought and essay writing while aware of the qualities sought by lecturers. The art of writing a good essay can only be cultivated through care and by dint of hard work. These notes are only a guide to good essay writing. If you feel you need further guidance, do ask your lecturers for assistance.
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Preparation
No student can write a first class essay without careful preparation of his or her answer. So, allow yourself plenty of time before you start writing, and consider the following: The Question;
Read the Question
Read the Question
Read the Question
Sometimes, you will be asked to write on a particular essay theme. Read the question or the statement thoroughly, and deduce the essential point being made. On many occasions, the question will be alluding to an important theme
Referencing Guide
School of Management
Essay and Project Writing
Management is a varied subject. It is a social science, which is both academic and practical, and you will need to acquire knowledge and skills that are numerical, technical and literary. Of all the tasks students have to tackle, however, they find the techniques of essay and project writing the most perplexing and elusive. In fact, you have only to appreciate some basic principles; gain enough practice; and know your subject through adequate reading and research. The following notes are intended to provide some general guidance for all first year
Management students on the art of good essay writing. Any hints apply equally to the answering of examination questions.
All students, regardless of academic background and ability, should be anxious to ensure that their hard work is properly directed and appreciated. Lecturers want their students to understand what is required of them and so attain the highest standards. The purpose of these notes is not to force students into writing dull, mechanical essays, but rather to help each student develop his or her own style of thought and essay writing while aware of the qualities sought by lecturers. The art of writing a good essay can only be cultivated through care and by dint of hard work. These notes are only a guide to good essay writing. If you feel you need further guidance, do ask your lecturers for assistance.
I
Preparation
No student can write a first class essay without careful preparation of his or her answer. So, allow yourself plenty of time before you start writing, and consider the following: The Question;
Read the Question
Read the Question
Read the Question
Sometimes, you will be asked to write on a particular essay theme. Read the question or the statement thoroughly, and deduce the essential point being made. On many occasions, the question will be alluding to an important theme