Instruction
Case analysis papers are related to specific issues or cases, and will vary in length. In all cases, papers must be well referenced and in APA format. The papers will be evaluated using the following rubric.
At least 20% of a case study paper grade is related to composition that includes organization, writing style, and mechanics. Often, composition issues also impact the grading of the assigned focus paper topic content because composition impacts the effective presentation of your ideas and material.
Read the Harvard Business Case Study for Unit 3:
Eccles, R. G., & Lane, D. D. (2008, May). Heidrick & Struggles International, Inc., (Case Study). Retrieved from http://hbsp.harvard.edu.
See Syllabus for instructions on how to access your Harvard Case Studies.
Prepare a case analysis on the topic of interviewing, selection, and hiring.
The case analysis should be a minimum of 3 pages long, double spaced.
Case analysis question: Why is strategic recruitment critical to the success of an organization in meeting its goals and mission?
Submit your paper to the Unit 3 Case Analysis Dropbox by the end of the unit.
Your analysis of this case and your written submission should reflect an understanding of the critical issues of the case, integrate the material covered in the text, and present concise and well-reasoned justifications for the stance that you take.
Case analysis criteria: Your case analysis should consist of:
A brief analysis of the situation and pending decision problem, as presented in the case, and as relevant to your answer. This should be exceptionally brief and you should assume the person reading the Assignment is familiar with the details of the case.
Identification of the major issues surrounding the organization or individuals involved with the organization.
Identification of alternate courses of action to address the issues identified.
The decision or recommendation for action, with the appropriate supporting arguments.
The case question is designed to guide the direction of your analysis in the case. Your analysis should address and ultimately answer the question.