Writing a Formal Internal Proposal

ENG 302

Format:

The Executive Summary (150-250 words) should

• Start with a buffer

• Define the problem (1 or 2 sentences)

• Describe the proposed program

• Briefly describe your credentials

• State the completion date

• Contain the final budget figure

• End on a persuasive note

The Problem Section should

• Discuss the problem (including background)

• Include your research on the problem

The Solution Section of your proposal should

• Start with a buffer

• Show your qualifications and credentials

• Explain the solution in detail

• Mention disadvantages of your solution (if any exist)

• Describe cost (material, personnel, facilities) in detail and include estimate of final budget figure

• Indicate amount of time needed

Your conclusion should

• Emphasize advantages of your solution and restate the value of your solution.

• Restate your recommendation