...Case Study Analysis Property Issues Learning Team A Law/531 8/25/2014 Craige Harrison IRAC Issue: The issue brought before the Texas Court of Appeals is that the Tarhan’s bought property form the Mettlen’s and the Mettlens claimed that they retained the mineral intrests in the property. The Trahans believe that the interests were, or should have been, part of the transaction. The Trahans filed lawsuit in December of 2010 for the mineral intests more than 4 years later. The Mettlens filed a motion for summary judgment claiming that the lawsuit was time-barred by the applicable four year statute of limitation. The court found that the satute of limitations barred the Trahans lawsuit and judgment to the Mettlens. So the question is: is the four year limitation period applicable to the Trahans cause of action was tolled or otherwise rendered inapplicable by the facts and circumstances of the case and for how long. Rule: Discovery Rule for Fraudulent Concealment Analysis: The contract states that just after the description of the property the mineral, oil and gas and liquid that may be produced are products of the grantors. That there was no evidence of the Merrlens attempting to hinder the Trahans from reading the deed or that they attempted to hinder the Trahans Conclusion: It was found that the warranty deed conveying title to the Trahans contains a clear and unambiguous reservation of mineral rights. The discovery rule for fraudulent concealment tolls the running...
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...International Review of Business Research Papers Vol. 4 No.5 October-November 2008 Pp.20-33 The Strategic Issues, Business Plan and Implementation from Situational and Industry Analysis: A Discussion on a Specific Case Moha Asri Abdullah A business strategy is the focal point of the business practices and competitive strategies in the operational management. It is used to strike out a market position, conduct operations, attract customers, compete and achieve organizational objective. Thus, whether a company wins or loses in the marketplace, it is directly attributable to the calibers of a company’s strategy and the proficiency with which the strategy is implemented and executed. This paper attempts to analyse the overall situation of an accountant company in the wine industry known as Moss Adams whose company is facing the problems with strategy and execution in the specific market place of the northern California. To critically analyse this, a number of process involve; First, the use of the situational analysis and SWOT. Then, the Porter’s Five Forces model is also used to illustrate the nature of accounting industry of wineries businesses before strategic issues for Moss Adams’s company will be discussed in relation to the crafting alternative business solutions and predicting the outcomes of the plan. Filed of Research: Business strategy, situational analysis, Porter Five Forces 1. Introduction Strategic business plan and its implementation are the ‘heart and soul’...
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...Outline for Case Reports: Please follow this outline for all written case reports. Please note that this follows the discussion below. 1. Situation Analysis 2. Assumptions and Missing Information 3. Problem Definition 4. Development of Alternatives 5. Evaluation of Alternatives and Recommendation to Management 6. Appendix – Used for exhibits such as pro-forma income statements and other detailed analyses. The Case Analysis Framework The case analysis framework presented here is a synthesis of the frameworks used by your professor and other marketing professors who use case analysis in their courses. It will provide a solid structure to organize the diverse information presented in a case. As you work your way through this framework, or a similar approach to case analysis, we offer the following hints to increase your probability of success: 1. No one can analyze a case after reading it only one time, or even worse, doing the analysis during the first reading of the case. You should read through the case once just to get an understanding of the nature of the case. During the second reading, you can begin to structure and classify the issues as they appear. A truly comprehensive case analysis will probably require at least three readings. 2. Don’t get trapped into thinking the “answer” to the case is hidden somewhere in the case text. There is never a single answer to a case just as there is never a single marketing strategy that is...
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...ZhiQing | Student ID No.: | 22012511 | Unit Code & Name: | MNG91002 | Campus: | MDIS | Tutor’s Name: | Frankie-Lim | Assignment No: | 1 | Assignment Title: | Case Analysis Research – Striving for Best Academic Practice | Word Count: | 1193 | Due Date: | 21 Apr 2014 | Date submitted: | 20 Apr 2014 | Declaration: I declare that this assignment is my own original work and has not been submitted for assessment elsewhere. I acknowledge and irrevocably agree that the assessor of this assignment may, for the purpose of assessing this assignment: * Reproduce this assignment and provide a copy to another member of faculty for review and comment, including whether the work is an original work; and/or * Provide a copy of this assignment to a plagiarism checking service for review so that it may determine whether the assignment is an original work. The checking service may retain a copy of the assignment on its database for the purpose of future plagiarism checking. I have read and understand the Rules relating to Awards (Rule 3.17) as contained in the University Handbook. I understand the penalties that apply for plagiarism and agree to be bound by these rules. CHEN ZHIQING 20 Apr 2014 Signature (please type) Date Tutor's comments: Paper Title: Case Analysis Research –...
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...Course Schedule Course Modules Review and Practice Exam Preparation Resources Module 1: Case analysis approach Getting started Before you begin Module 1, please read the Introduction to PA1 for important information on how to study this course and complete the competency-based assignments. For an overview of your assignment responsibilities in this course, check the course schedule in the navigation pane. Online discussion instructions that outline the steps for starting work with your discussion group are provided in the Module 2 assignment. Module 1 assignment is an individual submission of multiple-choice and case questions. You will notice that the self-test and demonstration case solutions provided in this module and other modules attempt to cover all possible solutions and to provide an example of an “exceeds” solution. They may, therefore, be longer than would be required in an examination situation. You may wish to use the Competency Area Checklist to help you sort through the case data. Once you have determined which competency areas are relevant, consider the specific issues that need to be addressed. At times, the course materials use generic dates rather than real dates. When you come across instances of generic dates, consider the date to correspond with standards that are currently in effect. Overview In keeping with your role as an accountant, your ability to communicate effectively is a professional quality and skill that you are...
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...August 2013 Case Examination General Comments on Performance Cape Lane Port Authority (CLPA) Case Background and Required Element The August 2013 Case Examination focuses on a Canadian Crown Corporation, Cape Lane Port Authority (CLPA), charged with operating the industrial and commercial port at Cape Lane, British Columbia (BC). In May 2013, senior management met with the Board of Directors at a planning retreat to address declining sales and profit. Management assured the federal government that actions would be taken to avoid a loss for the 2014 fiscal year, and set a 5% net profit margin target to be met, within three years, as a corporate goal. This target was approved by both the Board members and the federal ministers, to whom they report. The following alternatives were identified for consideration: 1. Invest in renovations in order to proceed with the Bitumen Shipping Project. 2. Divest the Cruise Ship Terminal. 3. Operate a Passenger Ferry. Additionally, the following minor alternatives were identified: 1. Allow a local entrepreneur to build a reception centre in the cruise ship terminal and pay a royalty of 8% of revenue to CLPA. 2. Build a fitness facility in order to reduce sick time. As Kyle Wast, CMA, prepare a report for CLPA’s executive team advising them on the opportunities discussed and addressing any other organizational issues and concerns requiring their attention. Include details of your analysis, support for your recommendations, an action plan to...
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...fully later. Exhibits Many cases contain exhibits after the text portion of the case. Turn to the exhibits as they are referenced in the text to understand their context and content. Scrutinize them thoroughly. Some exhibits, such as financial statements or organization charts, may appear fairly standard. Still look for anything odd or unusual about them. Other exhibits are unique to the case and provide a summary or illustration of key data. Make sure that you understand the purpose of each exhibit. Part 2: Analyze the Case A generic approach to case analysis includes the following steps: A) define the issue; B) analyze the case data with focus on causes and effects as well as constraints and opportunities; C) generate alternatives; D) select decision criteria; E) assess alternatives; F) select the preferred alternative; and G) develop an action and implementation plan. Note that some parts of this model will not apply to every case and some aspects will receive more emphasis than others at different times during the course. Specific analytical approaches, techniques and tools may be applied depending on the course, type of case and your instructor's particular requirements. It may be appropriate to re-visit regularly any particular analytical model, framework or concept suggested by your instructor or outlined in the course syllabus. Individual Preparation 41 Step A. Define the Issue Your initial job in case analysis is to develop a clear and comprehensive...
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...A Guide to Case Analysis Hult International Business School Professor Jim Prost San Francisco Campus The purpose of this guide is to help you maximize your learning when using case studies. It outlines some key issues that will help you learn from the case analysis method. In most graduate courses, students use cases from actual companies to practice strategic analysis and to gain some experience in the task of creating and implementing strategy. A case describes, in a factual manner, the events and organizational circumstances surrounding a particular managerial problem. It’s as if the reader is inside the organization (at the time the case was written) and has most, if not all, relevant information, facts, and circumstances. The student’s role in case analysis is to diagnose and evaluate the situation described in the case. You then develop recommendations, supporting arguments, and the appropriate action steps that should be taken to rectify the problem presented in the case. After reading this guide, you will be able to: * Understand what a case study is * Appreciate the benefits of using case studies in the learning of strategic management and how their use can help develop your managerial skills * Use the key steps in analyzing case studies * Apply theoretical concepts and frameworks to the case material The case approach to strategic analysis is an exercise in “learning by doing.” Because cases provide you with detailed information about...
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...How To: Analyse a Case Study - Approaching a case study - Writing a case study - Common problems in case study analysis How to analyse a case study Case studies offer descriptions and data of situations, from which you have to: [pic] How to approach the case study How to write the case study An effective case study report should • Clearly identify the core problem(s) • Analyse the issues underlying the problem • Discuss and justify alternative solutions using theory / experience • Present feasible recommendations • Be presented in an appropriate format. The report format Introduction Overview of the situation and identification of key issues underlying the problems identified in the case study Main body Present and analyse the issues. Consider and assess possible solutions in terms of theoretical grounding, strengths and weaknesses and possibly risk factors. Draw from both literature and experience Conclusion Summarise main findings Identify and justify strategy proposed Recommendations Recommendations should be in line with your analysis. May be separate or within conclusions Appendices – A compilation of supplementary and illustrative material. Do not include items that are not mentioned in the report. Bibliography - A list of sources consulted or referred to in alphabetical order Tables, charts, graphs and diagrams - may be included within...
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...Guide to Case Analysis A case presents a situation involving a managerial problem or issue that requires a decision. Typically, cases describe a variety of conditions and circumstances facing an organization at a particular time. This description often includes information regarding the organization's goals and objectives, its financial condition, the attitudes and beliefs of managers and employees, market conditions, competitors' activities, and various environmental forces that may affect the organization's present or proposed marketing strategy. Your responsibility is to carefully sift through the information provided in order to identify the opportunity, problem, or decision facing the organization; to carefully identify and evaluate alternative courses of action; and to propose a solution or decision based on your analysis. This guide provides an overview of the case method. It begins with a discussion of the role that cases play in the teaching/learning process. This is followed by a series of guidelines for case analysis. After carefully reading this material, you should be prepared to tackle your first case analysis. Even if you have had previous experience with cases, this guide will provide a useful review. Why Cases? • The case method differs substantially from other teaching/learning approaches such as lectures and discussion. Lecture- and discussion-oriented classes provide students with information about concepts, practices, and theories. In contrast...
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...SMAC Case Examination Summary Case GR Hotels (Sample Case Examination) Strategic Issues Upgrade existing properties to attract more business travellers Purchase Calgary hotel Exercise option on land in Montreal and build conference centre or sell the land Providing additional in-room services Operational Issues Budgeting and financing relating to upgrading the existing properties, buying the Calgary property, or building the conference centre Training related to improving services in upgraded hotels Various issues associated with Calgary hotel being considered for purchase Occupancy rates lower than benchmark hotels suggesting image management issues at existing properties Ethical and control issues within the current operations and the possible Calgary purchase Lack of independence in current board Opening a new warehouse to serve the Ontario and Quebec stores Lack of independence in current board Cash flow issues caused by need to repay loan to shareholder Succession planning Budgeting relating to offering new products Budgeting relating to opening new stores Inventory valuation for financial reporting Various ethical issues relating to operating the current stores Lack of incentive compensation systems Concepts/Tools Examined Net present value CCA analysis Mark to market financial accounting issues Profit analysis Opportunity cost Financing Asset valuation Restrictive covenant in current financing agreement Financial statement (ratio)...
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...CASE ANALYSIS METHODOLOGY 1 The Process Overview of the Process The best way to deal with cases is to read through the case material (or the relevant documentation that has been collected) several times, doing slightly different tasks on each additional pass. In the first reading go through the information quickly and keep an open mind. Avoid locking in on any particular facts until you really have the outline of the case data in your mind. During your second reading start underlining and making notations on the various parts of the case. Do not try to fill in a framework just yet. The third step is to isolate key variables and make a few numerical calculations. Once you have done this, take a few minutes to sit back and think. Then fit the analysis together using the framework provided below. Now you will have an organized and thoughtful approach to the marketing problem. After you have mastered the facts and other information, isolate the major problem to be solved. Identify the key problems faced by the manager in a strategic sense. Do not forget the context of the organization and its situation. The problem must be solved within this context. Proceed with the analysis of the major points or areas. For the purpose of this course, the analysis is the most important part of the report. At this time in your career and in this course, the reasoning behind how you arrived at the recommended course of action carries more weight than the actual decision. The analysis consists, at...
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...Case Study 보고서의 구성 표지; 사례제목,분반, 팀명, 팀원(학번,전공,이름) 본문에 포함되어야 할 내용(보편적 분석 방법); 1) 사례의 주제 2) 대상 기업의 중요한 연혁 및 일반현황 요약 3) 현황분석(케이스에 제시된 자료에 의한) 4) 제시된 문제점 5) 제시된 해결책 및 해결책에 대한 평가 - 내용 - 장단점 및 기대효과 - 평가 Case Study Questions 1. 답 2. 답 3. 요구되는 답이 새로운 대안이나 전략의 제시일 경우 - 내용 - 장단점 및 기대효과 등에 대하여 상세히 설명하여야 한다. 첨부; 참고자료 * 참고한 문헌 및 웹페이지 주소를 본문과 보고서 마지막에 첨부 하여야 한다. HOW TO PREPARE A CASE STUDY There is no single right way to prepare a case study, but this note may help you develop your own methods for preparation that will be effective in understanding the issues presented in the case and preparing for class discussion of those issues. In general, I have found the following approach helpful in analyzing a case study for class discussion. 1. Read the case as quickly as you can as if it were a story. Ask yourself, "What is this case generally about and what types of issues are being discussed?" Examine the introductory and concluding sections especially for hints regarding the key issues addressed in the case. 2. Review the case again, looking carefully for key facts and underlining key information as you go. Ask yourself, "What are the basic problems this manager or company needs to resolve?" and "What data do we have available to analyze the issues raised in the case?" Try to put yourself in the position of the manager and develop a sense of involvement in his or her position. Do not use lack of information...
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...Citibank Case Analysis Citibank: Launching the credit card in Asia Pacific Country entry strategy Objectives of this case ... q To understand market evaluation, target market selection, and product positioning issues in services operations. q To appreciate globalization/country entry issues in financial products. q To understand the underlying economics of customer acquisition and retention. Key Strategic Issues qShould Citibank launch the card product ? Why ? Why not ? qGiven the upscale customer base , how should Citibank position its card, if it decides to launch it ? qWhich countries should Citibank enter first? Which countries should it avoid? Few More Operational Issues qHow should Rana Talwar convince his country managers and H.Q to accept the card product? What Organizational mechanisms does he have under his control? qIf you choose not to introduce the card, what do you do to achieve the $100 mio. earnings target by 1990? What kind of Branch banking products should the bank offer? Economic Analysis q How many card customers does Citibank need to break even on its investment ? Economic Analysis q First step is to ascertain the credit card revenue per customer of $163 (table B page 6) qOptions available: - assume Hong Kong experience as “typical” of the region. - If we have to target affluent with premium positioning you may use $250/ customer - for mass market strategy take $140/ customer Cost component of analysis qThree parts...
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...The analysis of logistics and supply chain management cases Given by Yang Cheng Assistant Professor, PhD chengyangxy@gmail.com Purposes • This talk is o To outline a framework for analysing supply chain situations o This is not a prescriptive approach that can be applied without thought to all situations, rather it provides a series of checklists of factors to consider • Cases o Some deal with the full scope of an organisation’s supply chain from raw material supplies through to delivery of a finished product to the end user o Others deal with one part of the supply chain such as retailing or manufacturing o Advisable to set the specific problem in the context of the overall supply chain system Defining logistics and supply chain management The process of planning, implementing and controlling the efficient, cost-effective flow and storage of raw materials, in-process inventory, finished goods and related information from pointof-origin to point of final consumption for the purpose of conforming to customer requirements ---US Council of Logistics Management in 1986 Key features of logistics • It is concerned with movement and storage of materials • It is concerned with managing the information flows that underpin the flow of materials • Its scope ranges across the whole supply chain from point of origin of raw materials to final consumption of finished products • It requires a single logic to plan and organise this flow of materials throughout the supply...
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