IC50001 EMP1- Synthesis matrix
Instructions:
In Week 6, you will submit your complete Synthesis Matrix about our topic: Climate change and Business. Reading, understanding and making notes in your own words take time, so you need to start as soon as possible.
1- You must have FOUR reliable academic sources.
2- As you read the sources, make notes in your matrix. Use the template below.
3- Write the source citation (author, date) at the top row.
4- Write the reasons for selecting each source (what, who, when, why, how, where, as discussed in Weeks 1 and 2).
5- Write the main ideas/themes for source 1 in the 1st column (vertical)
6- Identify points in common from other sources (about the same main idea) and make notes.
7- Make notes in your OWN
words
, not copying and pasting from the sources.
8- Use bullet points and be concise.
9- See the example below as a guide.
Example Synthesis Matrix:
| Source Citation | Reasons for selecting the source | Main Ideas/Themes of source 1 | Points in common from other sources |
| --- | --- | --- | --- |
| Smith, J. (2018). Climate Change and Corporate Responsibility. Journal of Business Ethics. | This is a peer-reviewed academic article that focuses on how businesses can be responsible in tackling climate change. This article was selected because it discusses how businesses can address climate change as a social issue. | - Businesses have a social responsibility to address climate change. <br> - Climate change is a global problem that needs immediate action. | - Other sources emphasize the role of businesses in addressing climate change as a social issue. |
| Jones, S. (2017). The Business Case for Climate Action. Harvard Business Review. | This article was selected as it discusses the business case for acting on climate change. | - Businesses that take action on climate change can benefit in the long-term. <br> - Companies are facing increasing pressure to act on climate change from stakeholders such as investors and customers. | - Other sources also discuss the benefits for businesses that address climate change. |
| Brown, M. (2019). Climate Change Adaptation Strategies for Small and Medium-sized Enterprises. Journal of Cleaner Production. | This article was selected because it focuses on how small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) can adapt to the effects of climate change. | - SMEs are vulnerable to the consequences of climate change. <br> - Adaptation strategies can help SMEs reduce risk and improve resilience. | - Other sources also focus on how SMEs can address the impacts of climate change. |
| Johnson, R. (2016). The Politics of Climate Change and Business. European Management Journal. | This article was selected because it discusses the political implications of climate change for businesses. | - Businesses need to navigate the complex political environment to take action on climate change. <br> - Political action is necessary to create an enabling environment for businesses to address climate change. | - Other sources highlight the importance of political action in addressing climate change. |