| 授業名 | Case Writing II (Fall) |
|---|---|
| Course Title | Case Writing II (Fall) |
| 担当教員 Instructor Name | Hakeem Muhammad Mohsin |
| 授業形態 Class Type | 演習 Practicum |
| 授業形式 Class Format | On Campus |
| 単位 Credits | 2 |
| 言語 Language | EN |
| 科目区分 Course Category | 演習科目400系 / Case Writing & Seminar |
| 学位 Degree | MSc in Management |
| 開講情報 Terms / Location | 2026 GSM Nagoya Fall |
| コード Couse Code | GLP274_G26N |
授業の概要 Course Overview
Mission Statementとの関係性 / Connection to our Mission Statement
This course supports NUCB Business School’s mission of developing innovative and ethical leaders with ‘Frontier Spirits’ by engaging students in the preparation of a business case and an analytical note that reflect critical thinking, sensitivity to diversity, ethical reasoning, effective communication, innovative leadership, and a global outlook.
授業の目的（意義） / Importance of this course
All NUCB Business School students enrolled in the Global Leader Program are required to submit a business case accompanied by an insight note as a degree requirement. The primary objective of the Case Writing course is to support students in successfully fulfilling this requirement. Each case study should present a real situation from the perspective of a selected organization, while also reflecting the student’s analytical viewpoint. It should clearly articulate the challenges, issues, or opportunities faced by the key decision-maker(s), referred to as the case protagonist, and present a factual and coherent narrative of the situation.
The accompanying insight note should include a case synopsis, clearly defined learning objectives, and discussion questions. Most importantly, it should provide the analytical framework and strategic responses to these questions, grounded in relevant theory and articulated through the student’s own perspective. The insight note should be developed to a standard that would allow it to function as a teaching note if the case were used as instructional material in a classroom setting.
The seminar instructor serves as the Case Advisor, with primary responsibility for guiding students in the development of an original case and its corresponding insight note. Through seminars and during the submission process, the Case Advisor provides structured feedback and identifies areas for improvement. The Case Advisor also participates as a panel member in both the midterm and final presentations. While the Case Advisor remains the principal seminar instructor, students are expected to engage actively by offering constructive secondary feedback to their peers, drawing on their own academic and professional backgrounds.
The accompanying insight note should include a case synopsis, clearly defined learning objectives, and discussion questions. Most importantly, it should provide the analytical framework and strategic responses to these questions, grounded in relevant theory and articulated through the student’s own perspective. The insight note should be developed to a standard that would allow it to function as a teaching note if the case were used as instructional material in a classroom setting.
The seminar instructor serves as the Case Advisor, with primary responsibility for guiding students in the development of an original case and its corresponding insight note. Through seminars and during the submission process, the Case Advisor provides structured feedback and identifies areas for improvement. The Case Advisor also participates as a panel member in both the midterm and final presentations. While the Case Advisor remains the principal seminar instructor, students are expected to engage actively by offering constructive secondary feedback to their peers, drawing on their own academic and professional backgrounds.
学修到達目標 / Achievement Goal
1. Developing a compelling case that functions as an effective teaching tool.
2. Preparing an insight note that demonstrates the academic rigor expected of a master’s graduate.
2. Preparing an insight note that demonstrates the academic rigor expected of a master’s graduate.
本授業の該当ラーニングゴール Learning Goals
*本学の教育ミッションを具現化する形で設定されています。
LG1 Critical Thinking
LG2 Diversity Awareness
LG3 Ethical Decision Making
LG4 Effective Communication
LG6 Innovative Leadership (MBA)
LG7 Global Perspective (GLP)
LG2 Diversity Awareness
LG3 Ethical Decision Making
LG4 Effective Communication
LG6 Innovative Leadership (MBA)
LG7 Global Perspective (GLP)
受講後得られる具体的スキルや知識 Learning Outcomes
I) For "To be Graduating" Students (TGS) within next 12 months
- To gain insights and competencies in case writing and insight note (for business and educational purposes respectively)
II) For "To be on Course" Students (TCS) beyond next 12 months
- To generate ideas and develop competencies in case writing (exhibited in the form of an abstract) and planning for the insight note (for business and educational purposes respectively)
- To gain insights and competencies in case writing and insight note (for business and educational purposes respectively)
II) For "To be on Course" Students (TCS) beyond next 12 months
- To generate ideas and develop competencies in case writing (exhibited in the form of an abstract) and planning for the insight note (for business and educational purposes respectively)
SDGsとの関連性 Relevance to Sustainable Development Goals
Goal 4 質の高い教育をみんなに（Quality Education）
教育手法 Teaching Method
| 教育手法 Teaching Method | % of Course Time | |
|---|---|---|
| インプット型 Traditional | 0 % | |
| 参加者中心型 Participant-Centered Learning | ケースメソッド Case Method | 100 % |
| フィールドメソッド Field Method | 0 % | 合計 Total | 100 % |
事前学修と事後学修の内容、レポート、課題に対するフィードバック方法 Pre- and Post-Course Learning, Report, Feedback methods
Session one serves as an introduction to case writing. From session two onward, all sessions focus on student case presentations and consultation-based discussions of their work.
授業スケジュール Course Schedule
第1日（Day1）
Introduction to case writing第2日（Day2）
Day 2 - Day 7: Ongoing discussion, brainstorming, and peer idea sharing, alongside student presentations and consultation sessions aimed at improving case structure, analytical depth, and clarity of argument.成績評価方法 Evaluation Criteria
*成績は下記該当項目を基に決定されます。
*クラス貢献度合計はコールドコールと授業内での挙手発言の合算値です。
*クラス貢献度合計はコールドコールと授業内での挙手発言の合算値です。
| 講師用内規準拠 Method of Assessment | Weights |
|---|---|
| コールドコール Cold Call | 0 % |
| 授業内での挙手発言 Class Contribution | 100 % |
| クラス貢献度合計 Class Contribution Total | 100 % |
| 予習レポート Preparation Report | 0 % |
| 小テスト Quizzes / Tests | 0 % |
| シミュレーション成績 Simulation | 0 % |
| ケース試験 Case Exam | 0 % |
| 最終レポート Final Report | 0 % |
| 期末試験 Final Exam | 0 % |
| 参加者による相互評価 Peer Assessment | 0 % |
| 合計 Total | 100 % |
評価の留意事項 Notes on Evaluation Criteria
教科書 Textbook
- William Ellet「The Case Study Handbook : A Student's Guide」Harvard Business Review Press（2018）
参考文献・資料 Additional Readings and Resource
Gwee, J. (2018). The Case Writer's Toolkit. Palgrave Macmillan.
Joshi, H. (2018). Tips and Tools: A Guide to Effective Case Writing. World Scientific.
Naumes, W., & Naumes, M. J. (2014). The art and craft of case writing. Routledge.
Vega, G. (2017). The case writing workbook: A self-guided workshop. Routledge.
Yin, R. K. (2017). Case study research and applications: Design and methods. Sage publications.
Joshi, H. (2018). Tips and Tools: A Guide to Effective Case Writing. World Scientific.
Naumes, W., & Naumes, M. J. (2014). The art and craft of case writing. Routledge.
Vega, G. (2017). The case writing workbook: A self-guided workshop. Routledge.
Yin, R. K. (2017). Case study research and applications: Design and methods. Sage publications.
授業調査に対するコメント Comment on Course Evaluation
This course is being taught for the first time.
担当教員のプロフィール About the Instructor
Dr. Hakeem is a professor at NUCB Business School, Nagoya University of Commerce and Business. He earned his doctorate and master degrees from the Graduate School of Economics and Management, Tohoku University, Japan, and attended Harvard Business School (HBS), Harvard University for executive education. He worked as an adjunct professor in renowned institutions including, Audencia Business School, France, Burgundy School of Business, France, Department of Global and Interdisciplinary Studies (GIS), Hosei University, Japan, and the Graduate School, Tohoku University of Community Service and Science, Japan. He received various awards and scholarships during his academic career, including the Japanese Government Scholarship (MEXT) and JSPS Fellowship at Tohoku University. He has published a number of articles and participated in a series of conferences. His research interests include but are not limited to International Business, Regional Sustainability, Strategic Management, and Network Science.
（実務経験 Work experience）
Dr. Hakeem's professional experience includes work in Investment Management, Financial Consultancy, Education, Training, and Career Counselling in different organizations.
Refereed Articles
- (2026) Advancing University Social Responsibility through Case Development and Pedagogy for Sustainability- A longitudinal institutional case study in Japan. International Journal of Sustainability in Higher Education
- (2025) Harmony in the Digital Labyrinth: The Pursuit of Psychological Wellbeing among University Students facing Digital Strain. Scandinavian Journal of Psychology
- (2025) Steering Sustainability: The Interplay of CEO Imprints, Organizational Performance, and Government Policies in Green Innovation. Sustainability
- (2024) Turning Lemons into Lemonade: Social Support as a Moderator of the Relationship Between Technostress and Quality of Life Among University Students. Psychology Research and Behavior Management
- (2024) Leveraging place-based resources for quality education: insights from a forest community outreach project in Japan. International Journal of Sustainability in Higher Education
Refereed Proceedings
- (2025). Purpose-Driven Case Development for Emancipatory Regional Sustainability Learning. EURAM 2025 Annual Conference Proceedings .EURAM (European Academy of Management) Annual Conference . 1. 2. University of Florence, Italy
- (2024). Impact of Sustainability Orientation on Entrepreneurial Intention of university students: Mediating roles of Sustainability Emotion. European Academy of Management Proceedings .European Academy of Management. 1. 4. University of Bath, UK
- (2023). Leveraging Place-Based Resources for Regional Sustainability: Insights from a Collaborative Consulting Project. 7th Islamic Finance, Banking & Business Ethics Global Conference .7th Islamic Finance, Banking & Business Ethics Global Conference. 1. 1. Islamabad, Pakistan
- (2023). Transforming Regional Competitiveness through Innovative Smart Technologies: The Case of Toyota Woven City. European Academy of Management (EURAM) Annual Conference 2023 Proceedings .European Academy of Management (EURAM) Annual Conference 2023. 1. 2. Trinity Business School, Dublin, Ireland
- (2019). Equity Markets, Economic Indicators and Investment Patterns: The Network Perspective. Society of Interdisciplinary Business Research (SIBR) 2019 Conference Proceedings ."The Interdisciplinary Approach to Research, Innovation and Practice" SIBR 2019 Conference. 1. 2. Osaka, Japan