Key West Decision Analysis Long Term ****STEPS IN ANALYZING A CASE***

Key West Decision Analysis Long Term

Each case presentation should include a review of the literature and an overview of current industry
operations and practice. The online presentation (PowerPoint) should last about one hour
CASE STUDY ANALYSIS:
1. INTRODUCTION
The case study approach offers the student the opportunity to apply quantitative method techniques
firsthand to actual business situations. The following presents the basic steps used in analyzing and
presenting (oral and written) a technical case.
2. STEPS IN ANALYZING A CASE (Checklist)
2.1. Preview Case
2.2. In-Depth Review
2.3. Problem Formulation
2.4. Develop Goals and Objectives
2.5. Identify Alternatives
2.6. Formulate Model 2.12. Prepare Action Plan
2.7. State Assumptions
2.8. Collect Data
2.9. Develop Solution
2.10. Test Solution (Sensitivity Analysis)
2.11. Analyze Results
3. PRESENTING THE CASE (ORAL AND WRITTEN)
3.1. Present Overview (Executive Summary)
3.2. Summarize Findings
3.3. Problem Statement
3.4. Analysis of Alternatives
3.5. Action Plan (including specific recommendations)
3.6. Oral Presentation
• Professional in appearance and behavior

• Ideas oriented

• Adequately prepared and to the point

• Nonrepetitive
• Courteous and constructive

• Use a pointer
• Introduce the team members

• Begin with a road map