Effective Graduate Writing: Mastering ‘Says Who?’ and ‘So What?’ in Academic Work

I am responsible for my university’s MBA orientation program, which I have recently redesigned to include a focus on advanced writing skills required for graduate-level writing. I emphasize the importance of asking “Says who?” to ensure proper attribution and “So what?” to encourage self-editing and relevance. These questions are crucial in academic writing and essential for success in a graduate program. New graduate students often face challenges in writing and are encouraged to rigorously edit and revise their work.