According to the Ashford University College Writing Guide (2013) a "case study analysis requires you to investigate a business problem, examine the alternative solutions, and propose the most effective solution using supporting evidence." It's one of many problem-solving tools, and allows someone to break a complex problem down into smaller pieces that are easier to solve. While I have never crafted an case analysis paper in any professional setting, I have sometimes used the basic idea to write short documents on potential/recommended courses of action. It's certainly a good academic exercise. Something I've used more often is the cost-benefit analysis, which is basically a numerical version of a case analysis. One recommendation that I would make for this, and all assignments, is to drop the APA format requirement. While I supposed it's good to have some formatting guidelines for ease of grading, the emphasis of the projects should be on technical content and the writer's ability to make an effective presentation. Engineering fields do not use the APA style guide, instead choosing much simpler corporate or journal-specific formatting guides, with an emphasis on customer readability. I would recommend using a simplified format, such as the one provided by the American Institute for Aeronautics and Astronautics (AIAA). Given that I usually prioritize formatting last when completing my assignments with a packed work schedule, I'm appreciative of the instructors who have rewarded the technical effort.
Ashford University. (2013). College Writing Guide. Retrieved from https://awc.ashford.edu/tocw-guidelines-for-writing-a-case-study.html
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