Indicate the broader significance of the proposed project. Point to the ways in which the project addresses larger theoretical issues in addition to the particular problem circumscribed by the project itself. It should be clear that you, as the researcher, are aware of these implications. Articulate a well-circumscribed project. State the boundaries of the project both intellectually and temporally.
Sponsors hope for a concrete product at the end of a fixed amount of time and money.
List objectives that are specific, concrete, and achievable. Use a sentence or two for each in approximate order of importance or potential contribution. Make sure that the objectives flow neatly from the statement of the problem and that the section on procedure adequately encompasses all of the objectives. You are not required to prejudge the results of the project. A certain amount of tentativeness is permissible.