A Model of Case Analysis
  • Identify the facts in the case.
  • Identify the case objectives
  • Review the professional literature--identify key words
  • Discuss the literature as it pertains to the facts in the case
  • Identify alternative solutions to the case.
  • Suggest the "best" solutions to the case.
  • If helpful and appropriate, provide supplements --exhibits, figures, tables, etc.
  • and addendums --additional information of potential importance--pending exposure drafts, court cases, etc.
adapted from Abdolmohammadi and McQuade,
Applied Research in Financial Reporting