Case Study
Description
indepth descriptive record
collecting-examining various observations
records individuals experiences
biographical data
medical records
family history
observations
interviews
psychological tests results
Strengths
detailed contextual view
can not experimental studies
understand social-familial factors
Limitations
need controlled conditions
not explained behaviour
not representative case study
memory lost
left important details
Examples
Clearasil is number 1 in Europe and is the expert in spot care treatment. Clearasil is renowned for its highly effective range of products which give consumers the confidence of visibly clearer skin. Students must focus on Clearasil’s key brand issues which include deciding ‘Who’ should be Clearasil’s core consumer target, ‘What’ positioning is optimal to reach its target market and ‘How’ should the new brand position be brought to life.