In order to complete your case analysis successfully, you should consider
• reading the case two to three times to understand the issues faced by the organization or the protagonist;• analyzing the issues based on the theoretical concept learnt; and• providing a recommendation for each issue identified in the case.
Resources: You may like to explore the following resources for learning how to analyze a case and write a Case Analysis report:
• SW Learning. (n.d.). Preparing an effective case analysis. http://www.swlearning.com/management/hitt/hitt_student/case_analysis.html• Chandy, K. T. (2004). Case writing guide. http://bingweb.binghamton.edu/~tchandy/Mgmt411/case_guide.html• Cengage Learning. (n.d.). Case studies: Overview. https://college.cengage.com/business/resources/casestudies/students/overview.htm• Prentice Hall. (n.d.). How to analyze a case study. http://wps.prenhall.com/bp_laudon_essmis_6/21/5555/1422312.cw/content/index.html• UNB Writing Centre. (n.d.). Case study analysis. https://www.unb.ca/fredericton/studentservices/_resources/pdfs/wss/casestudyanalysis.pdf
You should consider organizing your report as follows:
• introduction (Brief summary of the case – not more than 150 words)• company background (based on data in the case and from the company’s website; not more than 150 words)• issue (based on discussion questions provided – Please name the sections appropriately)• evaluation of Issues• suggested Alternatives• conclusions • recommendations
Other instructions:
• Word Limit: 1500 to 1800 words• Should use APA format• Consult your instructor regarding the use of external academic and relevant non-academic references to support your case analysis
Introduction: The case is about ‘The Maple Leaf Foods (MLF)’ which created a vision to change and became a sustainable company by focusing on society and the natural environment. The learning objectives of the case are:
• To describe how vision can drive change in an organization.• To examine drivers and the need for organizational change.• To examine the challenges and opportunities related to implementing change
Suggested Case Questions:
1. Discuss the key internal and external factors that led to the need for organizational change at Maple Leaf Foods.2. Discuss the significance of organizational vision in guiding the change management efforts at Maple Leaf Foods.3. Discuss the challenges faced by Maple Lea
