1)Read the case-study carefully: Case-studies will run up to many lines. So, do not think twice about spending time on reading the question. Read it the second time if you haven’t understood clearly.
2)Read the questions relating to the case: After a first time reading of the case study, reading the questions pertaining to it, will help you know what to look out for in the case. Underline these instances in the case study for later reference.
3)Make notes of key points: While reading through your case study, make notes of key points (in bullet format). This will help you to assess and analyse the facts for arriving at the right solution.
4)Look for cues: Sometimes, the answer may be hidden in the question itself. Certain words, or conjunctions in the sentence will give away the answer, if you read between them. Remember to look for these cues.
5)Background preparation: attempting case studies questions will be easier if you have enough exposure to solving these question types earlier. Browse through student portals or your university’s online interface to get better insights about case studies, and the mode to solve them.
Case studies are a vital part of testing management expertise and are woven into the distance learning MBA programs, which follow industry-standards. With the above tips, you can practice such type of questions with a new approach and get the expected results.
Identification of issues & problems
There are three steps involved in the identification and analysis of issues and problems.
Step 1 – overview of the case study (background context)
Understanding the background issues helps to understand the context of the case study. Read the case study to gain an overview and ask and answer the following questions as you read. * What background facts influence the current problems? * What are the constraints or obstacles of the situation?