...Outline for Case Reports: Please follow this outline for all written case reports. Please note that this follows the discussion below. 1. Situation Analysis 2. Assumptions and Missing Information 3. Problem Definition 4. Development of Alternatives 5. Evaluation of Alternatives and Recommendation to Management 6. Appendix – Used for exhibits such as pro-forma income statements and other detailed analyses. The Case Analysis Framework The case analysis framework presented here is a synthesis of the frameworks used by your professor and other marketing professors who use case analysis in their courses. It will provide a solid structure to organize the diverse information presented in a case. As you work your way through this framework, or a similar approach to case analysis, we offer the following hints to increase your probability of success: 1. No one can analyze a case after reading it only one time, or even worse, doing the analysis during the first reading of the case. You should read through the case once just to get an understanding of the nature of the case. During the second reading, you can begin to structure and classify the issues as they appear. A truly comprehensive case analysis will probably require at least three readings. 2. Don’t get trapped into thinking the “answer” to the case is hidden somewhere in the case text. There is never a single answer to a case just as there is never a single marketing strategy that is...
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...He tries to show in the book how it effects Solomon and teaches how he gets through his struggles. Commentary/Explanation B: Explain why your claims are relevant to your thesis or readers. Many of these stuggles give life lessons and can change many people on how they relate to the character. Evidence/Example 2: Give more textual evidence from the work that supports your claim. (cite text) Solomon also read books since he had so much time inside and they were all different types of books that he can realte to. Commentary/Explanation A: Explain the author’s purpose and the effects on the reader. In this part of the novel he is explaining how he is relating to books and is learning about street smarts whithout being outside. Commentary/Explanation B: Explain why your claims are relevant to your thesis or readers. Solomon reads all types of books to learn many things and of these books some are fiction which he can realte to. Concluding Sentence: (Restate your claim by referring back to why fiction should/should not be included in curriculum. These fiction books can teach many life lessons just like a non-fiction book...
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...ethical principles to current and future environmental issues. Students will analyze the cumulative impact of human activities on global ecosystems, as well as responsibilities to the natural world, in terms of the complex interrelationships humans have with their environment. Policies Faculty and students/learners will be held responsible for understanding and adhering to all policies contained within the following two documents: • University policies: You must be logged into the student website to view this document. • Instructor policies: This document is posted in the Course Materials forum. University policies are subject to change. Be sure to read the policies at the beginning of each class. Policies may be slightly different depending on the modality in which you attend class. If you have recently changed modalities, read the policies governing your current class modality. Course Materials Light, A., & Rolston, H., III (Eds.). (2003). Environmental ethics: An anthology. Malden, MA: Blackwell Pub. Raven, P., Berg, L., & Hassenzahl, D. (2010). Environment. (7th ed.)....
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...Rushworth Kidder’s claim to society is that people should not only read for information or delight, but to read for wisdom. Kidder’s notions are correct because he states that if people continue to read only for pleasure, the society they live in will start to regress. For example, “Are we headed, then, backwards into the pre-print attitudes of the Middle Ages, when the literate few ruled the illiterate many?” (Kidder). The modern society Kidder depicts is being compared to back when only the brilliant people controlled the incoherent. This quote shows that as time goes on, the society is moving backwards, rather than forwards because people fail to read correctly. Subsequently, Kidder identifies why this problem is so common among citizens....
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...to reflect * Read through exam first - don't need to do the questions in order Useful Framework * Use the six quizzes * Handout: What are the critical defining characteristics of a project? * Characteristics: * Unique * Technically complex * Time-constrained, resource-constrained * Multiple stakeholders * Dynamic/uncertainty * Key skills required of a PM * Readings that tie in to the key required skills of a PM * Question: UNCERTAINTY - for sure * How do you bound the uncertainty? * How do you deal with the uncertainty? * Hints: * Competencies * Question: Stakeholders * Competencies - expressed through BEHAVIORS * Do you know the competencies at all three levels? * Know the names, the definition of the competency * When asked a question on competency, need to be able to explain the WHY * WHY is ALWAYS answered by the BEHAVIORS * It is not just about listing the behaviors, but talk about the behaviors of the managers in a way where you actually APPLY the behaviors to the situation * Behaviors help justify why you believe the competency is relevant to the problem * Memorize the competencies inside and out Readings * Triple Constraint, project - know what they are, how to talk about them but no questions on the background readings * Project Life Cycle - should know what it is ...
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...THESIS STATEMENTS IN LITERARY ANALYSIS PAPERS *The thesis statement is one of the (if not the) most important parts of your paper—think of it as the foundation of a house—if your foundation is weak and poorly constructed, what do you think happens to the house? *The thesis statement is the announcement of your analytical argument that you intend to make and prove in the duration of your paper. It is a road map for the paper—it tells the reader what to expect from the rest of the paper. *It should be placed somewhere in the Introduction of your paper—Many like to put it as the last sentence(s) of their Intro which is fine. *Successful thesis statements provoke thought and should read beautifully. *Your thesis statement should include two parts: WHAT and WHY. *WHAT: What claim are you making about the text? *WHY: Why should we care? Why is your claim important? Your thesis should answer the “so what?” question. *A thesis statement is usually, but can be more than, one sentence long. Examples of Literary Thesis Statements: * “Mark Twain’s Huckleberry Finn is a great American novel.” *What’s wrong with this thesis statement? *An opinion about the book, not an argument. * “In Huckleberry Finn, Mark Twain develops a contrast between life on the river and life on the shore.” *Better? How so? What is still missing? *Doesn’t answer the “so what?” question—what is the point of the contrast? What does the contrast signify? * “Through its contrasting river and shore scenes, Twain’s Huckleberry...
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...Case-Study Method and Report Guidelines Why case studies? “Decision making is what managers do, so do Project Managers” The decisions of managers directly influence revenues, costs, and profits of an agribusiness firm. If you are to be successful in a management career, you must learn to be a good decision maker. You must develop the ability to apply classroom training in business and economics to problem solving so that you can learn how to (1) make decision making easier, (2) improve the analytical quality of decisions, (3) reduce the time required to make decisions, and (4) increase the frequency of correct decisions. As you discuss cases with your fellow students, you will learn that decision making is often a confrontational activity involving people with different points of view. Most important, you will learn how to work toward consensus while tolerating legitimate differences of opinion. The Seven Steps of Problem Analysis 1. Read the case thoroughly. To understand fully what is happening in a case, it is necessary to read the case carefully and thoroughly. You may want to read the case rather quickly the first time to get an overview of the industry, the company, the people, and the situation. Read the case again more slowly, making notes as you go. 2. Define the central issue. Many cases will involve several issues or problems. Identify the most important problems and separate them from the more trivial issues. After identifying what appears to be a major...
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...A Model for Case Analysis and Problem Solving | | | Description: A good introduction to case analysis, containing the following material: - Why We Use the Case Approach - Your Responsibilities - The Six Steps for Problem Analysis 1. Comprehend the Case Situation: Data Collection, identify relevant facts 2. Defining the Problem 3. Identify the causes of the problem 4. Generate Alternative Solutions 5. Decision 6. Taking Action - General Reminders / Check List - Writing Tips - Final Comments Table of Contents * Why We Use the Case Approach * Your Responsibilities * The Six Steps for Problem Analysis 1. Comprehend the Case Situation: Data Collection, identify relevant facts 2. Defining the Problem 3. Identify the causes of the problem 4. Generate Alternative Solutions 5. Decision 6. Taking Action * General Reminders / Check List * Writing Tips * Final Comments Why the Case Approach The most effective way for learning to take place is to actually be in real situations, make decisions, deal with the consequences of those decisions, and learn from our real mistakes. Nothing will ever replace learning from experience. Cases (which involve real situations although names may be changed) allow us to "simulate" real life situations when we don't have the luxury of having years of experience. Cases allow us (to some degree) to live with real situations, make decisions, and feel the consequences...
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...Students will be held responsible for understanding and adhering to all policies contained within the following two documents: University policies: You must be logged into the student website to view this document. Instructor policies: This document is posted in the Course Materials forum. University policies are subject to change. Be sure to read the policies at the beginning of each class. Policies may be slightly different depending on the modality in which you attend class. If you have recently changed modalities, read the policies governing your current class modality. Course Materials Moore, B. N., & Parker, R. (2012). Critical thinking (10th ed.). New York, NY: McGraw-Hill. Quintanilla, K., & Wahl, S. (2014). Business and professional communication: Keys for workplace excellence. (2nd ed.) Los Angeles, CA: Sage. All electronic materials are available on the student website. Week 1 | Details | Due | Points | Objective | 1.1 Explain the steps in the communication process. | | | Course Preparation | Read the course description and objectives. | | | Course Preparation | Read the instructor’s biography and post your...
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...Download Infographic: Must Read Books in Data Science / Analyt… Resources - Data Science, Analytics and Big Data discussions Home Blog Jobs Trainings Learning Paths 21/07/15 8:48 pm j ADVERTISEMENT Download Infographic: Must Read Books in Data Science / Analytics books data_science datavisualization Manish ! Data Hackers 28d Hey there ! You can think of this infographic as an ideal list of books to have in bookshelf of every data scientist / analyst. These books cover a wide range of topics and perspective (not only technical knowledge), which should help you become a well rounded data scientist. If you have other suggestions, please feel free to add them below: Books related to data science decisioning: When Genius Failed: The Rise and fall of Long-Term Capital Management A fast paced thriller, this book not only brings out how you can compete on data based decisions, but also why you need to keep human behavior in mind while taking decisions on data. Scoring Points: How Tesco Continues to Win Customer Loyalty this book brings out some of the practical challenges faced by Tesco and how they overcame them to create one of the biggest success story of customer loyalty. The Signal and the Noise: The Art and Science of Prediction . From the stock market to the poker table, from earthquakes to the economy, Nate Silver takes us on an enthralling insider’s tour of the high-stakes world of forecasting, showing how we can use information...
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...University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign College of Business Department of Business Administration BADM 449: STRATEGIC MANAGEMENT / BUSINESS POLICY (FALL 2015) Section J: Tuesday – Thursday 11:00 A.M. – 12:20 P.M. BIF 2041 Name: Shinjinee Chattopadhyay Visting Assistant Professor Office: 465 Wohlers Hall Office Hours: Tuesday, 2-3.20 pm (Or by appointment) Office Phone: 217-300-1033 Email: schattop@illinois.edu Website: Maintained on Illinois Compass 2g INTRODUCTION AND COURSE OBJECTIVES Strategic management deals with decisions that fundamentally influence the direction of the organization and effective implementation of the direction chosen. Strategic management addresses the organizational structure, resources & capabilities, and the strategic positioning of the organization to create, capture, and sustain competitive advantage. In addition to economic value creation, management also must make decisions concerning the distribution of this economic value across stakeholders. In BADM 449, you will develop your skills at: • Understanding how firms create, capture, and sustain competitive advantage; • Analyzing strategic business situations and formulating strategy; and • Implementing strategy and organizing the firm for strategic success. Success ultimately depends not only on the soundness of the formulated strategy, but also on effective implementation through appropriate organizational choices. This capstone business course focuses...
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...50:50 between two portfolios of shares, one where you selected the shares by technical analysis and the other by fundamental analysis. Your aim is to beat the market with both portfolios. It is important you can demonstrate that you know the difference between these methods. You need to compare and contrast the two portfolios and you need to make explicit reference to EMH in your analysis. Assignment Requirements You are given a notional SGD100,000 to invest in the Singapore stock market. Use historical and live market data from Monday, 3 November 2014 to Friday, 13 February 2015. This means that you are going to have to use short-term investment strategies. You have 2 weeks to finalize the report, but you should progressively do parts of the report as you trade during this period. The aim is for you to try to beat the market. The market is represented by the FTSE ST ALL Share Index – if you do not ‘beat the market you will not lose marks, most people will find it impossible to do better than experienced investors . You must calculate the return on the market from your first trade to your last trade in order to determine whether you have beaten the market or not. The shares MUST be listed on the FTSE ST ALL Share Index. You are not allowed to use derivatives, such as options or any short selling. 50% of your investment must be based upon fundamental analysis and the other 50% on technical analysis (Based on two theories – no more or less, just TWO). Each of your portfolios must...
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...Industry & Competitor Analysis BUS 630 – Spring 2008 Instructor: Email: Office Hrs: Course page: Russell Coff (www.bus.emory.edu/rcoff/) Russ_Coff@bus.emory.edu by appointment www.bus.emory.edu/rcoff/Bus630.html Phone: (404) 727-0526 FAX: (404) 727-6313 Revised 1/22/08 Course Overview and Objectives This course delves deeper into some strategy topics that you may have only touched upon earlier related to how firms gain a competitive advantage over rivals. In addition, since ICA tends to integrate quantitative and qualitative analysis more than other courses, you will have the opportunity to apply knowledge and skills you've gained across the curriculum (e.g., from finance, ISOM, Marketing, O&M, and Strategy). Building Competitive Advantage The broad focus of the course is on building competitive advantage with special emphasis on how firms can gain access to new resources or capabilities that may grant a competitive edge. We explore strategic investments that are required to compete effectively in uncertain and turbulent environments. Managers often throw up their hands and argue that planning isn’t useful when the landscape is shifting rapidly. However, with the right set of tools, strategic management can have an even greater impact in this setting. We place special emphasis on competitive advantages that stem from valuable and hard-toimitate resources or capabilities. Accordingly, we will focus much of our energy on the question of how to build, acquire or ally to gain...
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...the preparation of scenarios of how to react to them. An important, albeit often ignored aspect of planning, is the relationship it holds with forecasting. Forecasting can be described as predicting what the future will look like, whereas planning predicts what the future should look like.[1] The term is also used for describing the formal procedures used in such an endeavor, such as the creation of documents, diagrams, or meetings to discuss the important issues to be addressed, the objectives to be met, and the strategy to be followed. Beyond this, planning has a different meaning depending on the political or economic context in which it is used. Two attitudes to planning need to be held in tension: on the one hand we need to be prepared for what may lie ahead, which may mean contingencies and flexible processes. On the other hand, our future is shaped by consequences of our own planning and actions. Planning is a process for accomplishing purposes. It is a blue print of business growth and a road map of development. It helps in deciding objectives both in quantitative and qualitative terms. It is setting of goals on the basis of objectives and keeping in the resources. What should a plan be? A plan should be a realistic view of the expectations. Depending upon the activities, a plan can be long range, intermediate range or short range. It is the framework within which it must operate. For management seeking...
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...CHAPTER 3 HO W TO A NA LYZE A C A SE A case is a text that refuses to explain itself. How do you construct a meaning for it? Start by recognizing some contextual factors that help limit and narrow the analysis. Cases are usually studied in a course.A marketing case requires you to think as a marketer, not a strategist or manufacturing manager. Courses are often divided into different modules or themes defined by certain types of situations and, often, concepts, theories, and practices appropriate for these situations.You can expect to encounter the themes in the cases that are part of the modules and opportunities to put to work the analytical tools and best practices you have learned. Past case discussions provide a foundation for thinking about a new case, and study questions can call attention to important issues.You should make use of all these contextual factors, but they don’t amount to a method for analyzing a case. STARTING POINT FOR UNDERSTANDING The case method is heuristic—a term for self-guided learning that employs analysis to help draw conclusions about a situation. Analysis is derived from a Greek word meaning, “a dissolving.” In English, analysis has two closely related definitions: to break something up into its constituent parts; and to study the relationships of the parts to the whole. To analyze a case, you therefore need ways of identifying and understanding important aspects of a situation and what they mean in relation to the overall situation. Each...
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