Phil Druker/Department of English/ University of Idaho

Phil Druker/University of Idaho/ Department of English

Proposal Conclusions:

 Here are some ideas about writing the conclusion for your proposal.  In this section, move back to some of the general ideas you dealt with in your background section.

è This is your last chance to persuade.

è Use the section to explain why the reader should accept your
          proposal.

èUse this section to justify the project--show its potential value.

1.     Show/emphasize the project’s potential value.

2.     Emphasize the plan’s

a.     Feasibility – can you do this?

b.     Necessity – why is this needed?

c.     Usefulness – how are the project objectives useful?

d.     Cost effectiveness –why is this a good deal?

e.     Value –what will the project contribute? anticipated benefit?  potential value?

f.       Importance – why is the project important?

3.     Show the project’s significance

4.     Explain how this project will move you towards your long-term goals.  (Refer to background ideas)

5.     Explain what questions this project will answer.

6. Discuss anticipated benefits (similar to #4).

NOTES:

++ Keep the conclusion short
++ Don't add new ideas here
++ Don't summarize
++ Emphasize:  
        --> need
        --> usefulness/ potential value / benefit
        --> feasibility

++ Don't use boilerplate (don't just copy the course pamphlet samples)
++ Usually, you don't need the "call to action" (e.g.: "I hope you accept this proposal)