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Case Study Analysis Writing Guide

The document provides guidelines for writing a case study analysis, including reading the case thoroughly, focusing the analysis by identifying key problems and their impacts, uncovering possible solutions, selecting the best solution, and drafting the analysis with an introduction, background, alternatives, proposed solution, and recommendations sections. It also provides a rubric for evaluating the case study analysis.

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Case Study Analysis Writing Guide

The document provides guidelines for writing a case study analysis, including reading the case thoroughly, focusing the analysis by identifying key problems and their impacts, uncovering possible solutions, selecting the best solution, and drafting the analysis with an introduction, background, alternatives, proposed solution, and recommendations sections. It also provides a rubric for evaluating the case study analysis.

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GUIDELINES FOR WRITING A

CASE STUDY ANALYSIS


A case study analysis requires the investigation a business problem, examination
of the alternative solutions, and selection of the most effective solution using
supporting evidence.

Before you begin writing, follow these guidelines to help you prepare and
understand the case study:

1. Read and examine the case thoroughly


● Take notes, highlight relevant facts, underline key problems.

2. Focus your analysis


● Identify two to five key problems
● Why do they exist?
● How do they impact the organization?
● Who is responsible for them?
3. Uncover possible solutions
○ Review course readings, discussions, outside research, your
experience.
4. Select the best solution
○ Consider strong supporting evidence, pros, and cons: is this
solution realistic?

Drafting the Case


Once you have gathered the necessary information, a draft of your analysis
should include these sections:

1. Introduction
● Identify the key problems and issues in the case study.
● Formulate and include a thesis statement, summarizing the outcome of
your analysis in 1–2 sentences.

2. Background
● Set the scene: background information, relevant facts, and the most
important issues.
● Demonstrate that you have researched the problems in this case study.

3. Alternatives
● Outline possible alternatives (not necessarily all of them)
● Explain why alternatives were rejected
● Constraints/reasons
● Why are alternatives not possible at this time?

4. Proposed Solution
● Provide one specific and realistic solution
● Explain why this solution was chosen
● Support this solution with solid evidence
● Concepts from class (text readings, discussions, lectures)
● Outside research
● Personal experience (anecdotes)

5. Recommendations
● Determine and discuss specific strategies for accomplishing the
proposed solution. If applicable, recommend further action to resolve
some of the issues
● What should be done and who should do it?

Finalizing the Case


After you have composed the first draft of your case study analysis, read through
it to check for any gaps or inconsistencies in content or structure: Is your thesis
statement clear and direct? Have you provided solid evidence? Is any component
from the analysis missing?

Rubric

Introduction
5 3 2 1

Excellent- Well Very Good- Fair- Thesis Needs Work


Written- Written Well, statement
Non existent
Robust Thesis Sound Thesis needed work-
introduction
Statement statement. Good synopsis exists
synopsis
Excellent
Synopsis

Background Other sources Few sources Only used No cites noted


used used books
Alternatives Thorough Good Few one alternative
alternatives alternatives alternatives proposed
proposed proposed proposed
Proposed Robust Fair solution- poor solution-
Good solution-
Solution solution- based on no rationale
based on
critically limited behind
alternatives
developed research solutions

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Including alternatives highlights a thorough investigation into the problem and acknowledges multiple perspectives. Alternatives should be prioritized based on feasibility, evidence supporting their potential success, and alignment with organizational goals .

An 'Excellent' rating requires a robust thesis statement, a well-written synopsis in the introduction, thorough alternative proposals, and a critically developed proposed solution. Achieving this involves detailed research, clear argumentation, comprehensive evaluation of alternatives, and a realistic and well-supported proposed solution .

The introduction should clearly identify the key problems and issues, and succinctly include a thesis statement summarizing the analysis outcome. A clear and direct presentation of these elements ensures clarity and coherence .

Supporting evidence is pivotal in justifying the chosen solution. A robust solution is supported by class concepts, course readings, external research, and personal experience. Evidence provides credibility and rationale, making the solution realistic and defensible .

Evaluating alternative solutions is crucial for demonstrating a comprehensive understanding of the business problem and considering various perspectives. Alternatives should be examined based on constraints, feasibility, and supporting evidence. Rejection is based on their impracticality at the time or lack of strong supporting evidence compared to other solutions .

Personal experiences and anecdotes provide unique insights and practical illustrations that can strengthen the argument for a proposed solution by demonstrating real-world applicability and relevance. They complement formal research to humanize and substantiate the solution .

The guidelines recommend first reading and thoroughly examining the case, taking notes, and highlighting relevant facts. A focus on identifying two to five key problems is crucial, understanding why they exist, their impact on the organization, and determining who is responsible for them .

A draft should include: Introduction (establishes context with a thesis statement), Background (sets scene with relevant facts), Alternatives (outlines possible solutions), Proposed Solution (details one realistic solution with evidence), Recommendations (strategies for implementation). Each section provides structure and ensures comprehensive coverage of the case .

The final step involves reading through the case study analysis to check for any gaps or inconsistencies in content or structure. This step is necessary to ensure the clarity of the thesis statement, the presence of solid evidence, and the inclusion of all required components .

The background section should clearly outline the context by providing relevant facts, demonstrating thorough research into the case's problems. It should effectively lead the reader from the broader context into the specific issues examined, framing the subsequent analysis and solutions .

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