Research Basics
Consulting Concepts
Essay Structure
Social/Global Issues
100

A source written by experts and reviewed by other experts before publication

Peer-reviewed article

100

These consultants focus on solving big-picture, strategic problems for companies

Strategic/problem-solving consultants

100

A strong essay not only identifies a problem but also proposes a…

Solution/action plan

100

What is the founding university of GRC?

The University of Pennsylvania (Wharton)

200

This type of research collects data directly from people

Primary research

200

Consultants who help organizations implement new systems, processes, or tools

Project management consultants

200

This part of an essay summarizes the main points and restates the thesis in a new way

The conclusion

200

This is the first wave deadline for essay submissions in the GRC competition

November 21st

300

Using this correctly avoids plagiarism and gives credit to the original author. (Bonus: what style does GRC require?)

Citations or references

300

These consultants provide expert knowledge in a specific subject area, like marketing or sustainability

Expert Advisors / Content Consultants

300

This type of evidence includes personal stories or experiences to illustrate a point

Anecdotal Evidence

300

This is the maximum word count for Social Impact Essays

1000 words

400

Checking if a source is accurate, unbiased, and current evaluates its...

Credibility/reliability

400

The initial step in a consulting engagement, where the consultant identifies the client’s problem and scope of work

Discovery

400

Creating this before writing helps organize arguments and evidence logically.

An outline

400

Name all six essay topics you can choose from in the GRC Social Impact Essay Competition

  • Sustainable Development & Climate Change

  • Global Health

  • Technology for Good

  • Innovations in the Public Sector

  • Modern Solutions to Human Rights Issues

  • The Role of Education in Promoting Gender Equality & Social Mobility

500

Research that analyzes existing data, studies, or reports instead of collecting new data is called...

Secondary research

500

Consultants who evaluate a company’s processes, compliance, or performance metrics

Independent Auditors/Quality Assurance Consultants

500

This type of evidence presents the opinions or statements of experts in the field

Testimonial evidence

500

This is the year the first GRC High School branch was established

2021