DQ (P) – Discussion Question 1 – (PDQ directed at upcoming PA) Graduate Level
Prior to reading this DQ, please read the PA1 assignment and understand what the assignment is asking you to complete. Once you have an understanding of the PA1 assignment, please continue to the paragraph below to complete DQ1.
 Using the Library Information Resource Network (LIRN), JSTOR, or any other electronic journal database, research one (1) peer-reviewed article that can be used to answer your upcoming PA1 assignment. Your discussion shouldsummarize the article in such a way that it can justify any arguments you may present in your PA1 assignment and should be different than the abstract.
Please note: This article summary should not be the only article researched for your PA1 assignment. You may (and should) have several other articles researched in order to fully answer your PA1 assignment. The concept of this DQ is to allow students to be proactive in the research necessary to complete this assignment. You may use your article summary, partially or in its entirety in your PA1 assignment.
Important: Please ensure that you insert your reference for the article in APA format, as your reference in your discussion post. Depending on which electronic database you use, you should see a Cite selection for your article. In addition, there should be a variety of articles summarized and as such, students should have different articles summarized. Your summary MUST include ALL of the following (include every item in the bullet list below, or you will not receive full credit):
—Clearly state what the article is about and its purpose
— How the article and/or author(s) support your argument(s)
— Most important aspects of the article
—Any findings and conclusions
— Approximately 250 to 350 words in length
— Include the article Abstract in your posting (your summary should be original)
— Include the industry example demonstrating the application of your researched article
— IMPORTANT – Include the reference for the article in APA format
Summary: 
Professional Assignment 1 “ CLO 3
1.  Identify a company
2.  Discuss and review their CSR
3.  Identify and describe how to measure their CSR
4.  Discuss and review the 3 drivers of CSR and Sustainability in regards to your selected company
5.  Is CSR sustainable for the selected company, why? Or why not?
Document your citations throughout the text of a 2 “ 3 page paper; APA is the accepted format for all Westcliff University classes. Your papers must include an introduction and a clear thesis, several body paragraphs, and a conclusion. Top papers demonstrate a solid understanding of the material and critical thinking.
References
Note: As a minimum, the textbook and EIGHT (8) peer-reviewed sources shall be used and referenced.
*Please refer to the Grading Criteria for Professional Assignments on page 9 of the syllabus for specific guidelines and expectations.