Faculty Development Programme
A highly engaging and intensive Case Writing Workshop Bootcamp was successfully conducted on June 27 and 28, 2025, as part of a broader five-day Faculty Development Programme (FDP). Designed primarily for academic faculty members, the programme was also open to research scholars and industry professionals interested in developing high-quality teaching cases.
The unique structure of the workshop combined three days of pre-workshop virtual preparation with two full days of in-person, hands-on sessions, making it a truly immersive learning experience. The in-person sessions were held from 10:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. on June 27 and from 10:00 a.m. to 5:15 p.m. on June 28, 2025.
Objectives
The primary aim of the bootcamp was to strengthen the participants’ capability in developing high-impact teaching cases and accompanying teaching notes. The programme emphasized:
* Structuring and drafting compelling case narratives
* Aligning with publication and teaching objectives
* Gaining clarity on ethical practices and data collection
* Understanding the nuances of case publication and review processes
Pre-Workshop Sessions
To ensure participants arrived well-prepared, three virtual sessions were held in advance:
1. June 12, 2025 – Case Proposal Development
Facilitator: Prof. Anita Singh
Focused on the fundamentals of crafting a strong case proposal, this session introduced participants to the key components of a teaching case and shared structured templates to guide proposal writing.
2. June 19, 2025 – Case Proposal Presentations
Facilitators: Prof. Anita Singh and Prof. Sankar Mukherjee
Participants presented their initial proposals and received detailed, constructive feedback from peers and facilitators, enabling them to refine and enhance their drafts.
3. June 23, 2025 – Crafting Teaching Cases for Publication: A Practical Guide from Publishers
Speaker: Ms. Sangeeta Menon, Regional Publishing Manager, Emerald Publishing
This session focused on publisher expectations, submission processes, ethical standards, and the specific requirements for submitting to Emerald’s Emerging Markets Case Studies collection.
In-Person Workshop Highlights (June 27–28)
The two-day in-person workshop brought together expert facilitators and motivated participants for an intense and interactive experience. Sessions included:
* Writing labs and peer feedback circles
* Faculty-led sessions on structuring narratives and writing teaching notes
* One-on-one mentoring on refining the case and teaching objectives
Resource Persons:
Prof. R. Srinivasan, Indian Institute of Management Bangalore (IIMB)
Prof. Bikramjit Rishi, Shiv Nadar University
Prof. Pooja Gupta, Jagdish Sheth School of Management (JAGSoM)
Their diverse experiences enriched the sessions, providing real-world insights into case development, publishing, and classroom use.
Participant Engagement and Outcomes
Participants remained actively engaged throughout the five-day programme. They worked on developing their case drafts and teaching notes with the support of mentors. Key activities included:
* Pre-workshop assignments and proposal revision
* Data collection via interviews, company websites, documents, and secondary sources
* Ongoing guidance and review via Zoom calls and email exchanges
All participants received certificates of completion. Select participants will be further supported in submitting their cases for publication with Emerald Publishing.
Acknowledgements
The workshop was made possible with academic partnership from Emerald Publishing, and corporate sponsorship from HT Media Mint Business, which contributed three corporate gift hampers for participant engagement.
The Case Writing Workshop Bootcamp proved to be a valuable platform for emerging case writers. It enabled rigorous skill development and encouraged high standards in teaching case creation. The intensive, structured format, backed by expert guidance and academic publishing partnership, made the experience particularly impactful for participants aspiring to contribute to global repositories of teaching cases.
Testimonial of the Case Writing Workshop
1. Participant Name: Hiba Fathima
College: Ramaiah College of Commerce, Arts and Science
Comment:
The case writing workshop was highly insightful and practical. It provided a clear roadmap for developing impactful case studies, from identifying a relevant dilemma to structuring content effectively for teaching purposes.
2. Participant Name: Dr. Subbulakshmi Somu
Associate Professor, Dept. of Management Studies (MBA-BU Program)
Dayananda Sagar College of Arts, Science & Commerce
I had the privilege of attending the 2-day Case Writing Workshop hosted by Ramaiah Institute of Management on June 27th and 28th, and I must say that it was an incredibly enriching and transformative experience. The workshop offered a perfect blend of conceptual depth and practical guidance. Each session was thoughtfully designed—from understanding the nuances between a case, caselet, and case study by Prof. Srinivasan R (IIM Bangalore), to crafting compelling case titles and dilemmas with Prof. Bikramjit Rishi, and finally, developing strong protagonists and teaching notes under the expert guidance of Prof. Pooja Gupta.
The hands-on format, interactive discussions, and structured feedback made it a standout learning experience. I’m also honoured that my case idea received the Best Case Idea – Potential for Publication award, which further motivates me to explore this area more deeply.
My sincere thanks to the organizers, especially Prof. Anita Singh and Prof. Sankar Mukherjee, for curating such a high-impact workshop. I highly recommend it to any academic or practitioner interested in the art and science of case writing.
