read case study and write section 2
Read the case study Page 66 – Page 80 (Case study 9 volume 2) and just write section 2 as 1 paragraph(150-200words)
Section One – Background
State the salient FACTS of the case. Provide a thorough background and history of the company. Be concise and precise. One page or less
Section Two – Problem Statement
Thoroughly state the central problem, NOT the symptoms of the problem, found in the body of the case.
One paragraph
Section Three – SWOT analysis
LIST in rank order the strengths, weaknesses, opportunities and threats relating to the company which is the subject of this case study. Four lists with at least 4 points under each category (SWOT). NOTE: In Cases # 3 & # 4 create a SWOT Matrix
Section Four – Alternative Solutions
LIST a minimum of four alternative solutions and a minimum of two benefits (pros) and two consequences (cons) associated with each alternative solution. Four alternative solutions with 2 pros and 2 cons each.
Section Five – Conclusion and Recommendation
Design an action plan to solve the original problem. Include a minimum of three recommendations which addresses the original problem statement. Evaluate the risks and rewards of each of your recommendations. Write a conclusion of the outcomes you foresee from your recommendations.
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Problem Statement
The case study presents an issue faced by the Mississippi State Bulldogs Baseball team in the attempt to make maximum profits during their games. The Director, John King, finds out that the main problem is having no-shows despite selling out large numbers of tickets. The Bulldogs fans to purchase tickets but due to different reasons, a certain percentage may fail to attend and hence reducing the number of profits made in a game.
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