In the context of responding to the expressed needs of a client, you will:
1. Articulate a public problem/opportunity statement and develop/manage a scope
of work that supports the needs of a public or nonprofit client
2. Prepare and execute a research/project plan to strengthen theoretical and
practical grounding in leadership, public policy or program analysis, and reflective problem-solving to inform action on a public problem.
3. Collect and analyze data from a variety of research methods to deepen
understanding of social conditions and produce information and evidence-based
recommendations that will improve understanding and enable effective public action.
4. Develop ideas and recommendations responsive to the needs expressed by your
client and the terms of your agreement.
5. Communicate findings and recommendations - both orally and in writing - with confidence and professionalism to influence decisions and inspire action that advances public objectives and interests.
6. Work effectively with others with diverse experiences and perspectives to forge
professional relationships with a governmental or nonprofit client and Capstone teammates.
7. Develop a better understanding or your own learning process through reflection