Case Study Analysis Instructions
Instructions
Paper: 6–8 pages
Select one of the three case studies provided. Using this outline as a guide, analyze the ethical dilemma/case study you have chosen.
Using double-spaced, Times New Roman font in 12-point type, complete a narrative- style paper using the headings provided in this outline for each section.
I. Information Gathering a. What is the problem? (i.e., Why is this a dilemma and, specifically, an
ethical dilemma?) b. What is the origin of the problem or the history behind it? c. Who are the stakeholders (i.e., those affected by the ultimate
decision/outcome of the problem) d. Which stakeholders need to be considered the most, and why? e. What is my goal in solving the problem? (This is not the same as your
ultimate decision.) f. Do I have all of the facts necessary to analyze the case properly? If not,
what relevant facts are missing?
II. Values and Ethics a. List all values involved and a brief explanation of why each is a pertinent
value. b. Which values are in conflict? Note that there may be several pairs of
conflicting values. If so, explain why each pair is in conflict. c. If there is an order in terms of relevancy of values, include that and an
explanation of why you chose that order.
III. Alternatives and Consequences a. Generate a list of potential alternative solutions. b. Explain the potential ethical issues related to each alternative. c. Explain the consequences of each alternative. d. What is your intention in making these decisions? e. What are the viable alternatives left after steps A–D? What were you able
to eliminate and still solve the problem?
IV. Solutions a. Choose the one alternative(s) that maximize essential values and
minimizes as few as possible. b. To whom and how will I defend or justify my position?
c. Is my decision consistent with everything outlined in Sections II and III?
V. Evaluation a. What ethical theory (theories) were used in your decision-making
process? b. When and how will I evaluate the decision? c. Provide a strategy to prevent this dilemma from occurring in the future.
VI. Conclusion a. What lessons did you learn from this exercise that will help you
be a more ethical leader?
Weeks 4 and 5
Case Study Analysis Instructions
