Concept paper

• Concept Paper

  • It is a concise document which outlines the fundamental aspects of a grant proposal.
  • It outlines the initial ideas, objectives, and theoretical framework of a proposed research project.
  • It is from the concept paper that one develops the research proposal which can be for business or academics.
• Academic Concept Paper

  • It is a brief summary of a research project written by auniversity student who is about to conduct a certainresearch.
  • It outines the project in around 2-3 pages and itspurpose is to give the department an idea of what theresearch is about, why the research is important, andhow it will be carried out.
• Purpose of a concept paper

  • To explain a particular idea to the audience objectively.
  • To serve as a prelude to full research paper.
  • To serve the purpose of providing in-depth discussion ofa topic that the writer has a strong position on, usuallywith the intent of obtaining funding for that project fromdonors.
• THREE WAYS IN EXPLAINING A CONCEPT

  Definition

  • informal
  • formal
  • extended definition

  ExplicationExplanation of a particular text taken from a literary or academic work in a detailed way

  Clarification

  Explanation points are organized from general abstact idea to specific and concrete examples. Explain concepts, ideas, and issues
• Guidelines in writing a concept paper

  1. Cost and Methodology should be reasonable
  2. The budget methodology, and timeline should be aligned
  3. Use statistics and figures when discussing the rationale for the project
  4. Do not overwhelm the readers with details. Use no more than 5 pages
  5. Adjust your language to the intended readers
  6. Be sure that basic format details such as page numbers, are incorporated
  7. Cite your references
• Parts of a concept paper

  • Title
  • Introduction
  • Need for this Study
  • Background
  • Objectives
  • Research Questions/Hypothesis
  • Research Methodology
  • Research Timeline
  • References
• Concept paper


  Outlines a general idea or concept for research, often the initial step in the research process, used to pitch a potential research project or idea to stakeholders
• Concept paper


  • Includes a brief overview of the proposed research topic
  • Shorter than research proposals (1-5 pages)
• Research proposal


  A detailed plan for conducting a specific research project, provides a comprehensive outline of the research objectives, methodology, timeline, budget, and expected outcomes
• Research proposal


  • Longer and more detailed than concept papers, often ranging from five to twenty pages or more, depending on the complexity of the research project
• • In summary, while both concept papers and research proposals are documents used to outline research ideas, concept papers are more concise and provide a high-level overview of the research concept, whereas research proposals are more detailed and provide a comprehensive plan for conducting a specific research project.