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    Writing a case study

    Writing a case study


    There are two different approaches to case studies. This
    guide focuses on the problem-oriented method. Always
    check with your lecturer to confirm if this is the type
    required.

    A successful case study analyses a real-life situation where


    existing problems need to be solved. It should relate the theory
    to a practical situation; for example, apply the ideas and
    knowledge discussed in the coursework to the practical situation
    at hand in the case study.

    1. Identify the problems.


    2. Select the major problems in the case.
    3. Suggest solutions to these major problems.
    4. Recommend the best solution to be implemented.
    5. Detail how this solution should be implemented.

    There are usually eight sections in a case study:


    1. Synopsis/Executive Summary
    • Outline the purpose of the case study.
    • Describe the field of research.
    • Outline the issues and findings of the case study without
    the specific details.
    • Identify the theory that will be used.
    • Note any assumptions made (you may not have all the
    information you'd like so some assumptions may be
    necessary e.g.: "It has been assumed that…", "Assuming
    that it takes half an hour to read one document…").
    2. Findings
    • Identify the problems found in the case by:
    - analysing the problem, supporting your findings with
    facts given in the case, the relevant theory and course
    concepts.
    - searching for the underlying problems
    • This section is often divided into sub-sections.

    3. Discussion
    • Summarise the major problem/s.
    • Identify alternative solutions to this/these major problem/s.
    • Briefly outline each alternative solution and evaluate its
    advantages and disadvantages.
    • There is no need to refer to theory or coursework here.

    4. Conclusion
    • Sum up the main points from the findings and discussion.

    5. Recommendations
    • Choose which of the alternative solutions should be
    adopted.
    • Briefly justify your choice explaining how it will solve the
    major problem/s.
    • This should be written in a forceful style as this section is
    intended to be persuasive.
    • Here integration of theory and coursework is appropriate.

    6. Implementation
    • Explain what should be done, by whom and by when.
    • If appropriate include a rough estimate of costs (both
    financial and time).

    7. References
    • Make sure all references are cited correctly.

    8. Appendices (if any)


    • Attach any original data that relates to the study but which
    would have interrupted the flow of the main body.

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