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Business

2013

Counseling & Student Affairs Faculty Publications

Case study method; case study competition; grounded learning experiences; work preparedness; graduate employability

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The Use Of Case Study Competitions To Prepare Students For The World Of Work, Monica Galloway Burke, Joelle Davis Carter, Aaron W. Hughey Jun 2013

The Use Of Case Study Competitions To Prepare Students For The World Of Work, Monica Galloway Burke, Joelle Davis Carter, Aaron W. Hughey

Counseling & Student Affairs Faculty Publications

As we continue into the new millennium, it is imperative that educational institutions equip graduates with the knowledge and skills that are increasingly needed and valued by business and industry. In this article, the authors argue that the case study approach and, specifically, case study competitions constitute an ideal pedagogical strategy for achieving this objective in an effective and efficient manner, with resulting benefits for both students and employers.