Problem Statement for the Lack of Diversity in Senior Leadership Roles
PART 1
Although the terms conceptual and theoretical frameworks have been used interchangeably at times they do refer to two different things. A theoretical framework is a study based on an existing theory or theories whereas a conceptual framework is something the author develops based on the theory. After reviewing the Reading and Study material for this module, conducting your own outside research, and considering the two different types of frameworks, please respond to the following questions:
1. What are the common differences between a Conceptual and Theoretical Framework?
2. Explain why each framework is important and how it can guide research.
3. Provide a basic example of each framework.
DISCUSSION ASSIGNMENT INSTRUCTIONS
Your response to the discussion prompt questions should be a minimum of 500 words. You must use a minimum of three scholarly resources to support your information and 1 biblical integration. Please save these resources as they will be used in a future assignment.
PART 2
CONCEPTUAL OR THEORETICAL FRAMEWORK ASSIGNMENT INSTRUCTIONS
Although the terms conceptual and theoretical frameworks have been used interchangeably at times they do refer to two different things. A theoretical framework is a study based on an existing theory or theories where as a conceptual framework is something the author develops based on the theory. After reviewing the Reading and Study material for this module, conducting your own outside research, and considering the two different types of frameworks, select a conceptual or theoretical framework to explore that will align with your problem statement from last week. Complete the below items for this project:
1. Identify the appropriate framework (conceptual or theoretical) and provide a rationale for the selection.
2. Explain why the selected framework is important and how it can guide research.
3. Provide a basic example of your selected framework (See Examples Below).
Example
Theoretical Framework
Theory: Theory of Planned Behavior (Ajzen, 1991)
Premise: The Theory of Planned Behavior states that attitude, subject norms, and perceived behavioral control, together shape an individuals behavioral intentions and behaviors (Ajzen, 1991).
Theoretical Framework