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Before a case discussion it is important to prepare your analysis of the case thoroughly.
Complete each section of the case analysis framework to ensure you’ve covered the
fundamentals.
It’s important to note that each individual instructor may approach teaching cases differently
so it’s crucial that you listen to the instructions your teacher gives you and adapt this
framework accordingly.
Phase 1
Phase 2
Phase 3
Key protagonist: [enter the name, position and company of the key protagonist]
Supporting roles: [enter the names, positions and companies of other supporting
stakeholders]
Underlying issues: [enter details of the underlying issues that contribute to the immediate issue]
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Your case tutor will usually have set the session up beforehand and may have given you
readings that will contribute to your understanding of the issues in the case.
What theories, models, [enter details of theories, models, frameworks or tools and
frameworks or tools will apply them to the case]
help me?
What extra data would be [enter details any helpful extra data]
helpful?
Where can I find the extra [enter where you found the extra data]
data?
You might not need to find it
now, but it’s useful to be
aware of where and how
you might find it.
What are the options? [enter details of all the options you can think of]
How would you [enter how you would implement your preferred option]
implement your preferred
option?
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And finally...
So what? [reflect on the key learning points from this case analysis]
You’re done!
Don't forget to take your completed case analysis framework with you to class to assist you in
the discussion.
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redistributed in any format by any means.