Homework
A case study analysis requires you to investigate a business problem, examine the alternative solutions, and propose the most effective solution using supporting evidence.
Case Study - Harry Markham's Loyalty Dilemma
Preparing the Case
Before you begin writing, follow these guidelines to help you prepare and understand the case study:
1. Read and Examine the Case Thoroughly
a. Take notes, highlight relevant facts, underline key problems.
2. Focus Your Analysis
a. Identify two to five key problems.
b. Why do they exist?
c. Who is impacted?
d. Who is responsible for them?
3. Uncover Possible Solutions/Changes Needed
a. Review course readings, discussions, outside research, and your experience.
4. Select the Best Solution
a. Consider strong supporting evidence, pros, and cons. Is this solution realistic?
Writing the Case Study Analysis
Once you have gathered the necessary information, a draft of your analysis should include these general sections, but these may differ depending on your homework directions or your specific case study:
1. Introduction
a. Identify the key problems and issues in the case study.
b. Formulate and include a thesis statement, summarizing the outcome of your analysis.
2. Background
a. Set the scene: background information, relevant facts, and the most important issues.
b. Demonstrate that you have researched the problems in this case study.
3. Evaluation of the Case
a. Outline the various pieces of the case study that you are focusing on.
b. Evaluate these pieces by discussing what is working and what is not working.
c. State why these parts of the case study are or are not working well.
4. Proposed Solution/Changes
a. Provide specific and realistic solution(s) or changes needed.
b. Explain why this solution was chosen.
c. Support this solution with solid evidence, such as:
i. Concepts from class (text readings, discussions, etc.)
ii. Outside research
iii. Personal experience (anecdotes)
5. Recommendations
a. Determine and discuss specific strategies for accomplishing the proposed solution.
b. If applicable, recommend further action to resolve some of the issues.
c. What should be done and who should do it?
Format your homework according to the give formatting requirements:
1. The answer must be double spaced, typed, using Times New Roman font (size 12), with one-inch margins on all sides.
2. The response also includes a cover page containing the title of the homework, the course title, the student's name, and the date. The cover page is not included in the required page length.
3. Also include a reference page. The references and Citations should follow APA format. The reference page is not included in the required page length.
Attachment:- Module-Case-Study.rar