Case Study and Consulting
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BUSI710: Foundations of Applied Research Methods
Case Study and
Consulting
Because of their usefulness, case study and consulting are two types of research methodology
that have increased in popularity over time. Case study designs have been used to address a wide range
of research options across many disciplines, especially the social sciences, education, industry, law, and
health. The format allows for in-depth investigation of real-world problems (Robson & McCartan,
2016). Until recently, a case study was thought to be a gentler alternative to a more rigorous experiment
or survey (Robson & McCartan, 2016). On the other hand, research consulting is advanced and focused
research that results in a final review of key findings. They may provide resources that consultants carry
to client assignments.
Good Problem Using
Case Study
Case study analysis has gained a reputation as a useful tool for investigating and comprehending
complex problems in real-world situations. Case study designs have been used to answer a broad range of
research questions in a variety of fields. As a result, case study analysis has advanced significantly over
the last forty years, thanks to the implementation of several methodological approaches (Harrison et al.,
2017).
Case studies are used as a research tool to explain, identify, or examine interactions as they
relate to the phenomenon under investigation. Although case studies are more likely to use qualitative
approaches, they may also use quantitative analysis techniques (Alpi & Evans, 2019). A successful case
study problem would be one that looked at a specific scenario, explored potential solutions,
recommended the best solution for implementation, and provided details on the solution's outcomes.