Formal Proposal
Students are required to submit for grading a Formal Proposal in Unit VIII. Using the guidelines in your textbook, write a
Formal Proposal (minimum of seven pages, including the cover page). The proposal should include:
1. Cover/Title Page
2. Letter/Memo of Transmittal
3. Table of Contents
4. Executive Summary
5. Introduction
6. Discussion Sections
7. Conclusion
8. Appendices (include an APA style Reference Page)
If necessary, include a List of Illustrations. Be sure to include that material in your Table of Contents.
For this proposal, imagine that you own a company that has been asked to provide a proposal to solve a problem in your
local community. Research possible topics in local newspapers, and be sure to provide references for any outside
sources you use in your proposal. Below is a list of sample topics:
1. Planned construction (roads, shopping centers, etc.)
2. Pensions for public employees
3. Improvements in public education
4. Advertising local businesses