SUGGESTED FORMAT FOR THE RESEARCH PROPOSAL The format for the research proposal should consist of the

following: 1. Proposed Title of the Research Proposal/Project The title of the Research Proposal must reflect clearly and succinctly the area of the research that is to be embarked on. In other words a title should describe the content of the thesis accurately and concisely. 2. The Introduction to the Research Proposal/Project The Introduction must consist of a general description of the background of the research, associated questions and the problems involved in it. 3. Objectives of the Research Proposal/Project The necessary context should be set for the research objectives to ensure that its importance, significance and essential nature is clearly demonstrated in the proposal. 4. The Problem Statement The problems involved in the research must be clearly defined as it will help to present the rationale of the entire study. 5. Literature Review This part of the proposal will contain an analysis of other associated research works or studies pertinent to the proposed research area and it will help toward the formation of the research methodology. 6. Research Methodology This will require an understanding of alternative research methods known and the approach to be adopted in this particular study. 7. The expected Work Schedule/Timeline The schedule or timeline for the proposed completion of the research should be listed to enable an understanding of the allocation of resources to be made. 8. The expected Research/Project Outcome or Contribution of the same This would involve a discussion on the expected research findings based on existing literature and information in the area. 9. References Any referencing system used must be consistent and contain names of authors, books and journals. The volume, issue and page numbers with the publication year must also be listed.