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Executive Summary -

Capstone Project
Executive Summary - Beginning of Capstone
SECTION
ONE
Capstone Project
Project

- The Importance of an Executive Summary in


Capstone Projects

- Why It Matters and How to Get It Right?


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Why begin with Executive Summary?

1. Sets the Direction: Helps you focus on the core


purpose and objectives.
2. Organizes Your Thoughts: Gives clarity to what
your project aims to achieve.
3. Guides the Reader: Offers a clear roadmap for
what’s going to come in your project.
4. Early Feedback: A draft summary can help
identify gaps in your project early.
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PURPOSE
"Starting with the executive summary helps you clarify
the main purpose of your project from the beginning.

It’s like setting a GPS for your journey—you know where


you’re headed and can make adjustments if needed."
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What is an Executive Summary?

- A concise overview of your project’s main points.


- Covers objectives, findings, and key recommendations.
- Positioned at the beginning of the project.

"An executive summary is a snapshot of your entire project. It allows


readers to quickly understand the essence of your work without diving
into the details right away."
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Why is it Important?

1. First Impression: It sets the tone for your project.


2. Decision-Making Tool: University delegates may base
their decisions on this section alone.
3. Time Efficiency: Saves the reader from going through
the entire project initially.
4. Professional Communication: Demonstrates your
ability to summarize effectively.

"Think of it this way: If someone only reads your


executive summary, they should still understand the
value and purpose of your project."
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Key Components of an Executive Summary

- Introduction: Brief context and purpose of the project.


- Problem Statement: What issue/s are you addressing?
- Objectives: Goals of your project.
- Methodology: Summary of how you conducted the
research.
- Findings: Key results or insights.
- Recommendations: Proposed actions or solutions.
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Key Components of an Executive Summary

"Think of these components as building blocks.


Together, they provide a complete yet concise
picture of your project.
You don’t need to include every detail—just enough
to make the reader want to explore further."
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How to Start Writing an Executive Summary?

1. Begin with your project’s purpose: What problem are


you solving?
2. Identify the key findings: Summarize the results or
insights.
3. Highlight the recommendations: What actions are you
suggesting?
4. Keep it short and impactful: Stick to one or two pages.

"Start by answering simple questions: What is your project


about? Why does it matter? What did you discover, and what
do you propose? Once you have these answers, you can build a
compelling summary."
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Best Practices for Writing

1. Keep it concise: Aim for one page, max two.


2. Use simple language: Avoid technical jargon.
3. Focus on value: Highlight why the project matters.
4. Tailor to the audience: Address their interests and
concerns.
5. Revise and refine: Ensure clarity and coherence.

"Writing an executive summary requires balance. It should


be detailed enough to convey the value but brief enough to
hold attention. Always revise to ensure it’s error-free and
impactful."
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Common Mistakes to Avoid

- Overloading with details.


- Ignoring the target audience.
- Writing it as an afterthought.
- Lack of structure or flow.
- Failing to highlight key findings.
"Many students make the mistake of treating the
executive summary as an afterthought. Remember, this
section is your chance to shine. Avoid cluttering it with
unnecessary details and focus on creating a logical flow."
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Conclusion
- An executive summary is your project’s elevator
pitch.
- It must be clear, concise, and compelling.
- Practice and feedback are essential to master it.

"To wrap up, remember that a great executive


summary can make all the difference in how your
project is perceived. It’s your opportunity to make a
strong first impression, so invest the time to get it
right."
Let’s begin the journey towards
Professionalism!!

THANK YOU

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