9ACC 2112 COST MANAGEMENT

Group Case Analysis (15%)

Students will be divided into groups of 4 to 5 people. The case analysis must be an in-depth
report comprising background of the company, the problem statement, answers to the
questions and a bibliography for all reference materials referred to in providing a solution to
the case. Groups are expected to be resourceful by using the Internet, articles, financial
statements (where relevant) and various techniques to answer the case questions. The length
of the case analysis report (typed, double spaced, 12 point "Times New Roman" font, 2.5 cm
margins) should be between six (6) to eight (7) pages (excluding references).

A suggested outline for the Case Analysis is as follows:

1) Summary of Background (1 page)

a) Industry analysis
b) Company analysis
c) Divisions (strategic business units) analysis
d) Review of accounting system in company

2) Main Issue (1 page)

a) What is the main issue in the case?

3) Analysis and discussion (2 to 3 pages)

Refer to discussion questions at the end of the case. Your analysis should include the
following (whenever applicable):
a) Accounting concept(s) involved
b) Management concept(s) involved
c) Selected course of action(s) and rationale for the recommended course of action

4) Conclusion (1 page)

Please check Class Plan for submission deadline.

Assessment of group case report

CRITERIA MARKS
Summary of the case 1
Correct identification of problem/issue 2
Depth of analysis 5
Appropriateness of solution and justifications 2
Total marks 10

Assessment of group case presentation

CRITERIA MARKS
Clarity of presentation 2
Accuracy and relevance 2
Language and structure 1
Total marks 5

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