SCR Mission and Purpose

The Society for Case Research (SCR) facilitates the exchange of ideas leading to the improvement of case research, writing, and teaching; assists in the publication of written cases or case research and other scholarly work; and provides recognition for excellence in case research, writing and teaching.

MEMBERSHIP: Founded in 1978, SCR has grown into an international organization. If you would like to join, click here to begin the process. The membership year runs from July 1 to June 30.  Dues are $50 a year for residents of the United States, Canada and Mexico and $75 for all others.  You can save money by paying your dues for two years ($95 and $140 respectively).  For renewals, or to update contact information, please log into Members Area.

ANNUAL CONFERENCE: Each March, SCR holds its annual conference in conjunction with MBAA International (MBAA) in Chicago. The primary purpose of the conference is to facilitate the exchange of research and the discussion of ideas and philosophies regarding the writing and effective use of cases. Contact Mark Bezik, bezimark@isu.edu, 715-425-3335

SUMMER WORKSHOP: An annual summer workshop is hosted by an SCR member's college or university. Cases are presented and discussed in small group sessions during the workshop. The primary purpose of the workshop is to improve the case research, writing and reviewing skills of the participants. Contact Kenneth Rhee, (859) 572-6310 or rhee@nku.edu

PUBLICATIONS: SCR publishes two scholarly journals, the Business Case Journal (BCJ) and Annual Advances in Business Cases (AABC). In addition, SCR publishes the proceedings of the annual conference containing research presentations and critical incidents. All active members receive these publications and the newsletter as membership benefits.