The purpose of the independent research elective is to produce an original piece of research that extends knowledge beyond material covered in the Business Management Program. A faculty supervisor guides the student through the project, provides advice, establishes deadlines, and recommends a grade for the completed project. To be allowed to register for BUS 720, the student must obtain pre-approval from a faculty supervisor, create a proposal detailing the project (topic, methodology, and expected outcomes), and obtain approval from both the Chair of the faculty supervisor's department and the Chair of the teaching department. In order to gain these approvals before the semester begins, the following application deadlines shall apply: If elected in the Fall, application must be made before the end of February. If elected in the Winter, application must be made before the end of October.