Learning objectives
Demonstrate an ability to take a multifunctional approach to diagnose and solve an organization’s strategic management challenges as follows:
1.Analyze accounting and financial data
2.Evaluate and apply business research data (primary, via field research and secondary)
3.Craft and recommend a strategy to a case clientAnalyze accounting and financial data
Evaluate and apply business research data (primary, via field research and secondary)
Craft and recommend a strategy to a case client. The course project is divided into five (5) modules and consists of the creation of a written or multimedia strategic management case study on the organization, Alta Colina, as well as an analysis of its strategy and financial health. Use a standard case-study format that includes five sections: a) the strategic crisis or challenge; b) an industry overview; c) company background; d) alternatives; and e) future directions or options. Suggested case length max 10 single-spaced pages, excluding exhibits. Citations should be in APA format and listed as endnotes. Indicate with whom, when, where, and how field interviews or observations were conducted in a separate citation. Exhibits or Appendices should be numbered and presented consecutively at the END of the case, but please summarize each exhibit in your case narrative. Write everything using the PAST tense. The written analysis (Instructor’s Manual) should cover the following: (a) Synopsis of the case; (b) Background and reflection on the writing of the case; (c) Learning objectives of the case; (d) Theoretical foundation for the case and case analysis; and (e) Questions posed in developing the case, rationale for those questions, and suggested answers with evidence and data to support. Exactly what is the recommending to your case client? What are the take-aways from the analysis and recommendations? Grading guidlines, This criterion is linked to a Learning Outcome Introduction & importance of the strategic problem or challenge for case client, This criterion is linked to a Learning Outcome Presented & evaluated pros & cons of the strategic alternatives, Congruence with course + MBA program learning objectives #1 and #2, This criterion is linked to a Learning Outcome Theoretical development & application in case analysis, Practical application to client supporting course learning objective #3
Writing:
brief description of Alta Colina and the paos wine industry. The issue, no one to run and over see the winery while the owner is out traveling for sales or in the market. 3 solutions, hire a operational director, split the responsibility between two current employees, or do nothing.
Please include the cost of hiring this position, i.e salary cost, a 5 year projection of hiring this postion. Quotes from other wineries that do have someone in this role.
