A four-page (around 1000 words) research proposal.In this proposal, you will show what your major research area is and why you think you are qualified for that. What is your topic specifically about? You are free to choose any topic related to the course. This class is Global Media and Finance, which requires addressing both media and finance dimensionsyou cannot focus on only one area.
I am interested in the topic of social media influencers or Cryptocurrency KOL, and I hope you can start from this angle to find an engaging entry point that involves both media communication and financial impact, and develop your proposal around it.
The following content is required; these are the scoring points.:
1) The background (or Introduction): what attracts you to work on your topic; in what context you’re studying it. (1 point)
2) The topic & format: clearly state your topic (could be a question to be answered or an argument you want to verify); how will you deliver your final project (research essay)? (2 points)
3) Preliminary research: who are the people famous for a similar topic? what are their findings or point of view? (3 points)
4) Methods: how will you collect materials for your final? what technology or skills that you’ve acquired and will be useful (2 points)
5) Timelines to fulfill your final: the more detailed, the better (1 point) from today to 5/12
6) Bibliography (Reference): include at least 3 references that your preliminary research has used.Class readings count. (1 point)
This proposal also serves as a preliminary plan for the term-end project or paper.

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