How to analyze a strategic case study

A case study is a method for teaching and learning.It describes and organization's situation at a point in time.It describes external and internal environment forces.It raises issues about mission,objectives and strategies.It describes the problems.
The following steps should be followed to analyze the case study:

• Read the case carefully :Determine the main points of the case.It may not provide all the information.Carry out library and internet search.This should be for the decision date of the case.
• Identify the problem :Every case is problem based.Define the main problem clearly.Do not confuse symptoms with the causes.

1.Make reasonable assumptions about unknowns.But state them clearly.

• Analyze the case :Analyze the problem clearly and systematically.Understand all the cause of the problem.

1.Develop a mindset of what,why,when,how,where,who.
2.Use appropriate analytical tools for analysis.They can be ratio analysis for analysis of financial statements.Compare with industry averages.Compared with industry average.

• Examine relevant alternatives:Most problems have a number of alternatives for solution.Present the advantages and disadvantages of relevant alternatives.It can be in terms of productivity,costs,market and others.
• Recommend strategies :Select a course of action in terms of strategy.There is no one best solution to a case.It varies according to situation,time,place and people.Give justification for your recommendation,reason for selecting,and their implications.