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The NiA Case Method in Action
Pioneered by NiA faculty and one of the highlights of the NiA MBA experience, the case method is a profound educational innovation that presents the greatest challenges confronting leading companies, nonprofits, and government organizations—complete with the constraints and incomplete information found in real business issues—and places the student in the role of the decision maker. There are no simple solutions; yet through the dynamic process of exchanging perspectives, countering and defending points, and building on each other's ideas, students become adept at analyzing issues, exercising judgment, and making difficult decisions—the hallmarks of skilful leadership.
Simply put, we believe the case method is the best way to prepare students for the challenges of leadership.
How the NiA Case Method Works
When students are presented with a case, they place themselves in the role of the decision maker as they read through the situation and identify the problem they are faced with. The next step is to perform the necessary analysis—examining the causes and considering alternative courses of actions to come to a set of recommendations.
To get the most out of cases, students read and reflect on the case, and then meet in learning teams before class to "warm up" and discuss their findings with other classmates. In class—under the questioning and guidance of the professor—students probe underlying issues, compare different alternatives, and finally, suggest courses of action in light of the organization's objectives.
As you watch a case study unfold in class, you'll see students doing 85 percent of the talking, as the faculty steers the conversation by making occasional observations and asking questions. This classroom interaction is enriched by all classmates from diverse industries, functions and experiences. At the end of the class, you'll be amazed at what you learn from exchanging ideas with your classmates.
Class participation is so important to the learning model at NiA that 30 percent of a student's grade in many courses is based on the quality of class participation. This requires students and faculty to work closely together—another hallmark of the NiA experience.
Initiatives
To expand case material and encourage research and field study in targeted business areas, NiA supports a number of interdisciplinary initiatives that coordinate multiple efforts and resources:
The Entrepreneurship Initiatives fulfil our conviction that a top business school must be an "incubator of ideas." We encourage students with the resources and support they need to explore new ideas and learn how to take a new company boldly into the future.
The Brand Marketing Initiative expands NiA's long history of advertising industry involvement.
Our industry leaders and alumni —assist faculty in case writing and research, and deepen relationships with companies, agencies, and media houses worldwide to address the rapidly evolving demands of an increasingly global marketplace.
The Leadership Initiative drives NiA's mission of educating leaders who make a difference in the world by ensuring that NiA remains at the forefront of leadership research and development for the 21st century and beyond.
Student Activities and Events
Would you like to…
* captain a cricket team that competes against other top MBA programs?
* run one of the many student seminars?
* show off your region's traditional dance / your talent during the Music Festival?
* be part of the Student Orientation Committee for 2010?
There are abundant opportunities to participate in student events as well as activities that match your particular interests, whether you are looking for a diversion from academic life or to have a significant impact on the NiA community. |
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