Africa Case Lab

🌟 Africa Case Lab is thrilled to celebrate Mr. Azzeddine Allioui's recognition at The Case Hub at the Suliman S. Olayan School of Business, AUB Competition! 👏 Congratulations on receiving the Special Jury Award for the case study: Strategic Investments, Financial Governance and Resilience in Times of Crisis – The Case of Cosumar in the Moroccan Sweet Industry. We are proud to see such impactful work contributing to advancing business education worldwide.

🌍📖 Transforming Local Challenges into Global Learning: The Power of Pedagogical Cases   Pedagogical cases are more than just teaching tools—they are dynamic stories that mirror the complex realities of businesses, organizations, and communities. What sets them apart is their unique ability to bridge local issues with global solutions.   💡 Why focus on cases rooted in local and regional contexts? • Explore innovative solutions: Uncover unique approaches to tackling universal challenges. • Understand distinctive dynamics: Delve into the social and economic intricacies of our region. • Inspire future leaders: Share impactful, real-world examples that ignite action and spark reflection.   This week, we’re shining a spotlight on the value of case studies that celebrate local experiences while ensuring their relevance and application on a global scale.   📢 What about you? What local themes or stories would you like to see explored in pedagogical cases? Share your thoughts and inspire us in the comments below! #CaseStudies #Education #LocalImpact #AfricaCaseLab

We had the great pleasure of sharing this visit at ESLSCA University with Vicky Lester, CEO of The Case Centre. This meeting provided an excellent opportunity for our director, Prof. Imane El Ghazali, to engage with faculty members and DBA students on the importance of the case method and the impactful experience of Africa Case Lab-ESCA Ecole de Management ✨ This interactive session highlighted the strategic value of local cases, which reflect the realities and challenges unique to our region and an international perspective, brought by Vicky, complemented by a regional and African vision advocated by Imane. These enriching exchanges strengthen our mission to promote the development of local pedagogical cases, essential for addressing African challenges while contributing to a global learning community. A heartfelt thank you to ESLSCA University for the warm welcome and for being a fertile ground for such discussions. 💡 Together, we continue to build a future where African cases shine on the global stage. #CaseMethod #CaseWriting #CaseTeaching #LocalCases #RegionalCases #AfricaCaseLab #EmergingMarkets #EducationalImpact

🌟 Africa Case Lab at KCC MEA Case Conference 2024: Amplifying Regional Voices in Case-Based Learning 🌍 Africa Case Lab was honored to participate in the KCC MEA Case Conference 2024, hosted by The American University in Cairo. This exceptional event brought together case professionals, industry leaders, and educators to discuss how to amplify African and regional voices and highlight the vital role of case centers in driving educational impact across the MEA region. As panelists in the session “Case Centers Leading the Way: Driving Educational Impact in the MEA,” we shared insights into: 🔹 Enhancing regional voices in case studies. 🔹 Leveraging case teaching and writing to advance impact. 🔹 Fostering collaboration across Africa and beyond. A heartfelt thanks to the El-Khazindar Business Research and Case Center team, Dean Sherif Kamel, Engy Magdy, the esteemed panelists and speakers, and all participants for creating an inspiring space for dialogue and innovation. This experience reaffirms our commitment to producing context-rich case studies that reflect the unique challenges and opportunities of African and emerging markets, empowering future leaders to tackle real-world problems with creativity and resilience. Sherif Kamel, Hisham El-Khazindar, Samer Atallah, Michael M. Goldman, Scott Andrews, Abir Leheta, Sherine Helmy, Kareem Yassin, Ramy Hassanien, Vicky Lester, Engy Magdy, Shilpi Banerjee, Marianne Matthee, Ayah Hani, Ahmed Maged Nofal, Bassem Fayek, Hussein Mohieldin, Albert Wocke, Randa Salamoun, Claire Barnardo, David M. and Imane El Ghazali. 📢 Let’s keep the conversation going: What role do you see for case centers in advancing regional educational excellence? Share your thoughts below! 👇 #AfricaCaseLab #KCCMEAConference2024 #CaseMethod #RegionalVoices #CaseBasedLearning #EducationalImpact

Exciting times ahead for the case method community! We’re delighted at Africa Case Lab-ESCA Ecole de Management to be part of the KCC MEA Case Conference panel on December 2, 2024. It’s a fantastic opportunity to explore how case centers in the MEA region are driving educational impact and overcoming challenges. We look forward to joining distinguished experts like Engy Magdy, Randa Salamoun, Albert Wocke, Claire Barnardo and David M. for a valuable discussion.

Exciting announcement 📣 We are delighted to share the publication of an insightful new case study, authored by Oumaima QUIDDI, Badr HABBA, and Farah FARHANE, now available in The Case Centre collection: "Optimizing Cash Flow Allocation: Juggling Profitability and Sustainability?" This case study explores the challenges of balancing profitability with sustainability through strategic cash flow management, offering valuable insights for businesses addressing these complexities. 🔗 Explore the case here: https://lnkd.in/dR9HmDsC #CaseStudy #CashFlowManagement #Sustainability #BusinessStrategy #BusinessGrowth

📚🤝 Enhancing Learning Through Pedagogical Case Studies: Collaboration with Companies as a Key Lever 🎓🏢   Pedagogical case studies transform real-world situations into powerful learning tools, bridging theory with practice and strengthening students' skills. Collaboration between case authors and companies is essential to produce high-quality, impactful cases that are aligned with today’s challenges.   This co-creation approach between educators and companies ensures the relevance and authenticity of the cases, enriching students’ experience by engaging them with real, current issues. Together, educators and companies can turn complex situations into concrete learning tools.   This collaboration not only enriches the students' experience but also provides companies with increased visibility and the opportunity to actively contribute to the training of future leaders.   Discover the keys to a successful and lasting collaboration between educators and companies in the carousel below. ⬇️ #PedagogicalCaseStudies #UniversityIndustryCollaboration #EducationAndBusiness #FutureLeaders #CorporateCollaboration #BusinessEducation #AcademicIndustryPartnerships

🔍 Learners Preparation for Case Study Analysis and Discussion 🔍   Mastering case study analysis is essential for building critical thinking, strategic decision-making, and collaborative skills.  Learners need a structured and immersive approach that empowers them to engage deeply with real-world scenarios.  Here are 10 essential steps for a good case study preparation. Through these steps, learners transform from passive readers to active problem-solvers, equipped to address real business challenges. 🌍💡 #CaseStudy #ActiveLearning #CaseMethod #CriticalThinking #LearnerPreparation #BusinessEducation 

It’s exciting to be part of the first Regional Advisory Council meeting with Africa! 🌍 The energy and progress from the group are truly inspiring. We are looking forward to the insightful discussions ahead and the many opportunities that will emerge from the region. It’s clear that Africa is full of potential, and the key trends discussed will play a big role in shaping the future of the case method. We’re eager to collaborate and drive meaningful impact together as we continue to explore, learn, and grow! 🚀

When designing pedagogical case studies, establishing clear and actionable learning objectives is key to ensuring both the case and its teaching note are effective. This is where Bloom's Taxonomy becomes an invaluable tool. It provides an excellent framework to guide this process, allowing educators to define objectives at various cognitive levels—from basic knowledge to high-level creation and evaluation. By integrating Bloom's Taxonomy into the case development process, educators not only set clear expectations but also ensure that learning objectives are aligned with different cognitive stages. This coherence between the case issue, its learning objectives, and the audience leads to more effective teaching and impactful learning outcomes.   #CaseStudy #LearningObjectives #BloomTaxonomy #TeachingTools #Pedagogy