Homework: Ideal Work Environment
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 - Sink or SWIM
I. 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
• Take notes, highlight relevant facts, underline key problems.
2. Focus Your Analysis
• Identify two to five key problems.
• Why do they exist?
• Who is impacted?
• Who is responsible for them?
3. Uncover Possible Solutions/Changes Needed
• Review course readings, discussions, outside research, and your experience.
4. Select the Best Solution
• Consider strong supporting evidence, pros, and cons. Is this solution realistic?
II. 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
o Identify the key problems and issues in the case study.
o Formulate and include a thesis statement, summarizing the outcome of your analysis.
2. Background
o Set the scene: background information, relevant facts, and the most important issues.
o Demonstrate that you have researched the problems in this case study.
3. Evaluation of the Case
o Outline the various pieces of the case study that you are focusing on.
o Evaluate these pieces by discussing what is working and what is not working.
o State why these parts of the case study are or are not working well.
4. Proposed Solution/Changes
o Provide specific and realistic solution(s) or changes needed.
o Explain why this solution was chosen.
o Support this solution with solid evidence, such as:
- Concepts from class (text readings, discussions, etc.)
- Outside research
- Personal experience (anecdotes)
5. Recommendations
o Determine and discuss specific strategies for accomplishing the proposed solution.
o If applicable, recommend further action to resolve some of the issues.
o What should be done and who should do it?
Format your homework according to the following formatting requirements:
o The answer should be typed, using Times New Roman font (size 12), double spaced, with one-inch margins on all sides.
o The response also includes a cover page containing the title of the homework, the student's name, the course title, and the date. The cover page is not included in the required page length.
o Also include a reference page. The Citations and references must follow APA format. The reference page is not included in the required page length.
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