Case Study Analysis is the practical application of the strategic management process. Working on case studies provides a structure to develop and practice the research and analytic skills you will use in business. A comprehensive and thorough analysis should include, but not be limited to the following: the company's mission/vision, internal strengths and weaknesses (including financial and stock market analysis), a description of elements in the external environment (opportunities and threats), a problem and possible solutions for this problem.
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Over the course of the term, you will be conducting a case analyses in collaboration with your group. Your final will be a complete individual analysis.
Some suggestions before you begin:
Be practical - make reasonable assumptions and supplement the information you find in the case with additional research.
Be realistic - recognize that there is never one single best solution, so justify your recommendations. Consider what will best benefit the company.
Be specific - avoid generalities, use numbers and exact data when possible.
Be original - make logical managerial decisions and assessments. Case Study Analysis Format Guide Contents Background information Problem Statement SWOT Analysis Financial Analysis Alternative Solutions Conclusion and Recommendations Part A: Stock Analysis Part B: Action Plan to Solve the Original Problem within the Case References