Assignment

Format for the Case Analysis:

1. Overview

Overview of pertinent history and facts. Describe the background of the situation or business that is the subject of the case; Provide information that creates the context for your analysis; incorporate relevant facts about the company or situation derived from research outside the case you are analyzing.

2. Problem/s

State the problem. Identify the problem or key issue from the case that is relevant to course goals. Will an analysis of this issue allow you to demonstrate your comprehension and synthesis of course concepts? Clearly describe the problem or issue.

3. Alternative Solutions

Offer alternative solutions and approaches to the problem. Using information or data found in the case study, as well as from course materials and your own research, offer two or more solutions or approaches to the problem.

4. Evaluation of Alternatives

Evaluate each alternative. Critically assess the alternatives defined in section 3. Describe the implications and key steps for implementation of each alternative. Consider external and internal factors and other relevant trends. Once again, utilize course texts and other resources to enhance your assessment.

5. Recommendation/s

Offer your best recommendation based on your analysis in section 4, recommend one alternative. Support and justify your recommendation. Depending on the nature of the case, you may suggest management or leadership styles or commitments, describe the organizational structure, policies and systems, or outline changes to the business model needed to successfully implement this recommendation.

6. Possible Results and Obstacles to Implementation

Summarize the likely result and/or obstacles that may play into the execution of your solution. What outcomes might result from the implementation of the selected alternative? What internal or external trends may enhance or obstruct successful implementation?