Group Case Study Project: Part 1 (15%)

Assessing the Case Individually

This project provides you with the opportunity to apply what you have learned about organizational behaviour to a practical case. In this case, you will consider an organization that is experiencing a significant challenge. In this part of the case study project, you will examine the case individually and consider the topics of Units 1-5: personality, perception, job satisfaction, organizational commitment, bias, motivation and leadership. 

Imagine that you are one of the external consultants hired to assist the organization and have been asked to help map out options for how the organization can improve going forward. 

1. Read through the case.

 

2. Examine the case by listing key information. Include the facts that you feel are most relevant. Consider:

i. Who are the key players?

ii. What are the most significant issues?

iii. Where is there conflict?

iv. How are people behaving? 

v. What role is leadership playing?

 

3. Describe the key issues in the case and write the "problem statement." It is often difficult to narrow down a situation to get to the "core" of the problem. In your opinion, what is the primary issue in this case? You will resolve this issue by developing solutions. Be specific. The more specific your problem statement is, the more relevant your solution will be.

 

4. Consider possible courses of action. Draw upon specific topics from the course and readings or other resources to consider possible solutions to the key issues in the case and make a short list of possible solutions. For each potential solution, consider the advantages and disadvantages, including their positive and negative consequences.

 

5. Prepare a paper of 500 — 600 words that includes your analysis of the case, including the key issues, your proposed course of action, and an explanation of why you selected this approach. Be sure to write in complete sentences and to avoid bullet lists.

 

6. Submit your report through the Group Case Study Project: Part 1 dropbox in UM Learn by the deadline specified in the course schedule, provided in the Course Outline.

 

Case Study - Winnipeg's Get Fit 4 Life Sees Declining Revenue and Increasing Staff Turnover.