For this project, you will be creating your own case study. You will be required to
create a case study using the background of a particular industry and subject. From
there, you will walk the reader through the steps you have thought about to identify
the issue, understand the environment, provide alternatives and a recommendation
then detail a possible implementation.You must select from one of the following broad themes in the current business
environment: Online shopping is the broad theme which I chose. the company I will be talking about is Amazon.2) Case Study (3 pages)
a. Provide background on subject you have chosen
b. Outline key areas of planning, organizing, leading, and controlling as it
relates to the subject chosen.
3) Case Precis (.5 page)
a. Key elements to consider from your case study.
4) Problem identification (Primary and Secondary Problems) (1 page)
a. What is the main problem you see with your industry or subject as it
relates to this case study you have created?
b. What are the secondary issues involved?
c. What are key implications to the industry/ subject if nothing is
changed?
5) Analysis (2-3 pages)
a. What are the various impact on stakeholders of the industry or subject?
b. Where appropriate, conduct a SWOT analysis
6) Restrictions/ Constrains (1 page)
a. Are there elements of the situation which are unknown or will
challenge the approach moving forward?
7) Alternatives to solve the Problem (5-6 pages)
a. Assess at least two possible alternatives to solve the primary problem
you’ve identified.
b. Description: You should provide a description of how the alternative
suggested can solve the problem you’ve identified. Then, this should
be followed by a few sentences which contain the theory or concept
supporting the chosen alternative. The following sentences should
describe how the theory or concept could be practically applied to the
particular problem at hand. This will allow you to apply material from
the course to this real-life business issue.
c. Pros and Cons: This section is a basic comparison of the advantages
and disadvantages of the alternative put forth as a prospective solution
to the problem identified.
d. Analysis: In this section, it is important to weigh the pros and cons, and
evaluate the applicable consequences. You must tie the alternative
back to the primary problem and the situation presented. You must
conclude each alternative presented with a judgement as to whether or
not it will solve the problem presented. Is it the most effective way to
solve the problem? Will it solve the problem without creating new
ones? Are there options available that are more viable or feasible?
e. Recommendation:
i. Select the alternative or combination of alternatives that best
solves the problem you have identified.
ii. Assess why this is the best alternative over other alternatives
you have identified.
iii. Provide a forecasting look at how this solution will help either
the industry or organization to which you have focused.
8) Implementation ideas (2-3 pages)
a. Outline how your recommendation theories, concepts and ideas can
become a reality.
b. Identify timeframes including immediate, short-term, and long-term.
c. Provide an overview of the potential costs associated with your
implementation and who are the key stakeholders where appropriate.
9) Spelling ,Grammar, and Format
a. Please ensure you proofread the report several times before
submission.
b. The report should be a maximum of 20 pages, using 12pt font, and 1.5
line spacing. Please ensure to include a bibliography.
c. Main headings indicated in this guideline should be used.