Business Writing Evaluation Prompts

1. Student Organization

The Bauer College of Business would like to enhance school spirit and loyalty through the creation of more student organizations. It is soliciting input from students.

Using the template file provided, write a memo to the Director of Undergraduate Business Programs suggesting a new group or type of group that could be formed. The memo should propose a name for the group, describe potential activities, and explain why the group is needed. The memo should be between one and two pages in length.

The memo will be evaluated based on overall clarity, the quality of the ideas generated, and the professionalism of the presentation (including conforming to conventions for standard English usage).

2. Lobby

The Bauer College of Business would like to redesign the lobby area near its entrance to better highlight the College's achievements for building visitors and to create a more inviting space for people to gather. It is soliciting input from students.

Using the template file provided, write a memo to the Director of Undergraduate Business Programs suggesting a new display or other reconfiguration of the space. The memo should propose a name for the new area, describe what it might look like, and explain why the area would be a good addition. The memo should be between one and two pages in length.

The memo will be evaluated based on overall clarity, the quality of the ideas generated, and the professionalism of the presentation (including conforming to conventions for standard English usage).

3. Website

The Bauer College of Business would like to increase the recruiting power and usefulness of its website for prospective undergraduate students. It is soliciting input from students.

Using the template file provided, write a memo to the Director of Undergraduate Business Programs suggesting a new page or section for the website. The memo should propose a name for the new page or section, describe its potential contents, and explain why the page or section would be helpful to prospective students. The memo should be between one and two pages in length.

The memo will be evaluated based on overall clarity, the quality of the ideas generated, and the professionalism of the presentation (including conforming to conventions for standard English usage).

4. Alumni Association

The Bauer College of Business would like to increase participation in its alumni association. It is soliciting input from students.

Using the template file provided, write a memo to the Director of Undergraduate Business Programs suggesting an activity or program that might encourage former students to stay involved with the college. The memo should propose a name for the initiative, describe how it would operate, and explain why it would encourage former students to participate in the alumni association. The memo should be between one and two pages in length.

The memo will be evaluated based on overall clarity, the quality of the ideas generated, and the professionalism of the presentation (including conforming to conventions for standard English usage).

5. Career Preparation

The Bauer College of Business would like to enhance the career planning opportunities it offers students. It is soliciting input from students.

Using the template file provided, write a memo to the Director of Undergraduate Business Programs suggesting a program or activity that would help students prepare themselves for a specific career in the business world. The memo should propose a name for the activity or program, describe how it would operate, and explain how it would help current students. The memo should be between one and two pages in length.

The memo will be evaluated based on overall clarity, the quality of the ideas generated, and the professionalism of the presentation (including conforming to conventions for standard English usage).

6. New Courses

The Bauer College of Business would like to know what new courses students would recommend including in the undergraduate curriculum. It is soliciting input from students.

Using the template file provided, write a memo to the Director of Undergraduate Business Programs suggesting a new course that would help prepare students for the business world or graduate school. The memo should propose a name for the course, describe the topics that might be covered in the course, and explain how it would benefit students. The memo should be between one and two pages in length.

The memo will be evaluated based on overall clarity, the quality of the ideas generated, and the professionalism of the presentation (including conforming to conventions for standard English usage).

7. New Building

The Bauer College of Business would like to expand its current building to provide students with more facilities. It is soliciting input from students.

Using the template file provided, write a memo to the Director of Undergraduate Business Programs suggesting a new facility that should be included in the expansion. The memo should propose a name for the facility, describe what would be included in the facility, and explain how it would benefit students. The memo should be between one and two pages in length.

The memo will be evaluated based on overall clarity, the quality of the ideas generated, and the professionalism of the presentation (including conforming to conventions for standard English usage).

8. Student Publication

The Bauer College of Business would like to enhance its communications with students. It is soliciting input from students.

Using the template file provided, write a memo to the Director of Undergraduate Business Programs suggesting a new publication that would be useful for students. The memo should propose a name for the publication, describe the type of content that would be included in the publication, and explain how it would be useful to students. The memo should be between one and two pages in length.

The memo will be evaluated based on overall clarity, the quality of the ideas generated, and the professionalism of the presentation (including conforming to conventions for standard English usage).

9. Social Activity

The Bauer College of Business would like to enhance its students' opportunities to socialize with each other and feel part of the Bauer community. It is soliciting input from students.

Using the template file provided, write a memo to the Director of Undergraduate Business Programs suggesting a social activity to help students get to know each other better. The memo should propose a name for the activity, describe how it would be organized, and explain why it would promote school spirit. The memo should be between one and two pages in length.

The memo will be evaluated based on overall clarity, the quality of the ideas generated, and the professionalism of the presentation (including conforming to conventions for standard English usage).

10. Recruitment

The Bauer College of Business would like to encourage more students to consider a career in business. It is soliciting input from students.

Using the template file provided, write a memo to the Director of Undergraduate Business Programs suggesting a program or activity that would help recruit prospective students for the college. The memo should propose a name for the program or activity, describe how it would operate, and explain how it would encourage students to apply to the Bauer College of Business. The memo should be between one and two pages in length.

The memo will be evaluated based on overall clarity, the quality of the ideas generated, and the professionalism of the presentation (including conforming to conventions for standard English usage).

11. Learning Support

The Bauer College of Business would like to enhance the assistance it provides students to perform well in their classes. It is soliciting input from students.

Using the template file provided, write a memo to the Director of Undergraduate Business Programs suggesting a program or service that might help students perform better in their classes. The memo should propose a name for the program, describe the type of help it would provide, and explain how it would help students learn more. The memo should be between one and two pages in length.

The memo will be evaluated based on overall clarity, the quality of the ideas generated, and the professionalism of the presentation (including conforming to conventions for standard English usage).

12. Extra-Curricular Program

The Bauer College of Business would like to expand its extra-curricular programs for current students to promote an increased sense of community. It is soliciting input from students.

Using the template file provided, write a memo to the Director of Undergraduate Business Programs suggesting a new program or activity (not a course) that would enhance students' experiences in the college. The memo should propose a name for the program, describe the type of activities that would be included, and explain how it would improve the college community. The memo should be between one and two pages in length.

The memo will be evaluated based on overall clarity, the quality of the ideas generated, and the professionalism of the presentation (including conforming to conventions for standard English usage).

13. Summer Program

The Bauer College of Business is considering increasing its summer programs to provide students with different ways of learning other than traditional courses. It is soliciting input from students.

Using the template file provided, write a memo to the Director of Undergraduate Business Programs suggesting a new summer program that would be educational and useful for students. The memo should propose a name for the program, describe the types of activities that would be included, and explain how it would benefit students. The memo should be between one and two pages in length.

The memo will be evaluated based on overall clarity, the quality of the ideas generated, and the professionalism of the presentation (including conforming to conventions for standard English usage).

14. Service Learning

The Bauer College of Business would like to encourage students to be more civic minded and at the same time enhance its image in the community. It is soliciting input from students.

Using the template file provided, write a memo to the Director of Undergraduate Business Programs suggesting a project that Bauer students could undertake that would help the community. The memo should propose a name for the project, describe the type of activities that would be included in the project, and explain how it would benefit students and the community. The memo should be between one and two pages in length.

The memo will be evaluated based on overall clarity, the quality of the ideas generated, and the professionalism of the presentation (including conforming to conventions for standard English usage).

15. Orientation

The Bauer College of Business would like to make its orientation for new students as informative and useful as possible. It is soliciting input from students.

Using the template file provided, write a memo to the Director of Undergraduate Business Programs suggesting a topic or activity that should be included in the orientation. The memo should specify the purpose of the activity, describe what would be included, and explain how it would benefit new students. The memo should be between one and two pages in length.

The memo will be evaluated based on overall clarity, the quality of the ideas generated, and the professionalism of the presentation (including conforming to conventions for standard English usage).

16. Student Meeting Place

The Bauer College of Business would like to add a new space where students could gather for meetings or just to socialize. It is soliciting input from students.

Using the template file provided, write a memo to the Director of Undergraduate Business Programs suggesting how the new space might be designed. The memo should propose a name for the space, describe what facilities or items should be included in the space, and explain how it would benefit students. The memo should be between one and two pages in length.

The memo will be evaluated based on overall clarity, the quality of the ideas generated, and the professionalism of the presentation (including conforming to conventions for standard English usage).

17. Internships

The Bauer College of Business would like to increase opportunities for professional experience by offering Bauer students more internship programs. It is soliciting input from students.

Using the template file provided, write a memo to the Director of Undergraduate Business Programs suggesting how a new internship program might be designed. The memo should propose a name for the program, describe the type of activities it would support, and explain how it would benefit students. The memo should be between one and two pages in length.

The memo will be evaluated based on overall clarity, the quality of the ideas generated, and the professionalism of the presentation (including conforming to conventions for standard English usage).

18. Awards and Honors

The Bauer College of Business would like to recognize student excellence and promote academic achievement by offering more student awards. It is soliciting input from students.

Using the template file provided, write a memo to the Director of Undergraduate Business Programs suggesting a new award or series of awards. The memo should propose a name for the award, describe the criteria that would be used to select recipients, and explain how it would benefit students. The memo should be between one and two pages in length.

The memo will be evaluated based on overall clarity, the quality of the ideas generated, and the professionalism of the presentation (including conforming to conventions for standard English usage).

19. Mentoring

The Bauer College of Business would like to encourage student achievement through the institution of a mentoring program. It is soliciting input from students.

Using the template file provided, write a memo to the Director of Undergraduate Business Programs suggesting how a new mentoring program might be designed. The memo should propose a name for the program, describe the type of activities it would include, and explain how it would benefit students. The memo should be between one and two pages in length.

The memo will be evaluated based on overall clarity, the quality of the ideas generated, and the professionalism of the presentation (including conforming to conventions for standard English usage).

20. Distance Education

The Bauer College of Business would like to offer students increased flexibility through the enhancement of its distance education offerings. It is soliciting input from students.

Using the template file provided, write a memo to the Director of Undergraduate Business Programs suggesting how a distance education program might be designed. The memo should propose a name for the program, describe the type of courses and activities it would include, and explain how it would benefit students. The memo should be between one and two pages in length.

The memo will be evaluated based on overall clarity, the quality of the ideas generated, and the professionalism of the presentation (including conforming to conventions for standard English usage).