For community partners

Thank you for hosting a team. Here is what to expect and what we ask of you.

What you get

A team of 3 to 6 CSUDH business students, each committing 15+ hours between mid-October and mid-December.
One management question answered with observation, interviews, and documents, analyzed through the Five Functions and the DART talent model.
A written report (8–10 pages plus a 1-page executive summary) and a 7-minute presentation with specific, costed recommendations.
A faculty member (Dr. Norman) copied on the first email and available throughout.

What we ask

A 30-minute scoping conversation in the first two weeks.
A named contact who can answer email within a few days.
Access to a few people to interview and, where appropriate, a chance to observe.
Honest feedback on the draft (late November) and the final presentation.
Off-campus partners may need a CSUDH placement agreement; Dr. Norman will handle the paperwork.

Timeline for partners

When	What happens
Early–mid October	Teams are matched; you receive the team's first email.
By Oct 18	Team confirms the question and scope in writing.
Late Oct – mid Nov	Fieldwork: interviews, observation, documents.
Nov 22–29	Progress report and full draft; your feedback is welcome.
Dec 1–10	Presentations in class (you are invited) and final report by Dec 13.

Propose a project

If you would like a team in a future semester, email Dr. Norman at [email protected] with the organization, a contact, and the management question you would like students to take on. Good questions are specific ("why do volunteers stop after one event?") rather than broad ("improve morale").