Make Peace, Not War

unconventional

What this case is about

You are a minister in the court of a king who wants to wage war against a neighboring kingdom. You need to convince him not to attack. How would you assess the decision and proceed?

Objective

Establish whether the potential gains of an invasion justify the resource and military risks, and recommend whether the king should attack.

Skills this case tests

Structuring the problem
Judgement and recommendation
Communicating clearly

This is an interview practice scenario. Figures in the brief are case inputs, not current market research.