Analysing a caseBJMP5023

Identifying type of caseHighly structured or technical problem solving such as short case study with facts of a problem are well ordered and clearly statedFor example, a short case demonstrating the use of EOQ for inventory management

Identifying type of casesShort structural case-such as a case with 1-10 pages length with at most 1 to 2 exhibit, little excess info presented-searching for possible ways to apply management concepts in discussing the case

Identifying type of case studyLong unstructured case or problem/opportunity identifying casesTen to 50 pagesCase writer attempts to reflect the reality of a situation by supplying all the info related to the situationUnderlying problem unclear

Identifying type of case Ground breaking caseA case where students and instructor are engaged in an exploratory mission covering new groundRelevant concepts, teaching objectives and even approaches to business problems posed by new situation, have not been identified

Tips in doing case analysisNot only read the case but most importantly you must comprehendRead the whole case once or twice and understand the key issues discussed in the caseDo not skip reading the exhibit too for example if there is a balance sheet or profit loss statement

Tips in case analysisDetermine the key case issuesDetermine whether there are any principal unassigned questions that relate to key case issues eg; questions that may be raised during class discussionsDetermine the general analytical approach you should take to analyze the case eg; system approach which looks into an organization as a systemDetermine how to focus your analysis eg; selecting appropriate tools and facts needed to support some recommendationsDetermine the specific level or type of analysis you will perform for class eg specialized analysis such as focusing on particular questions or issue in a case and provide in depth analysis

Discussion process in case analysisThe identification and analysis of the case situation such as knowing what is happening, when it is happening, and anticipate where the discussion is goingAnalysis of key alternatives eg discussion on what are the appropriate tools for analysis eg ROI Recommendation for specific actions