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Six Strategies for Winning Case Competitions

• Strategy and Operations

by Lauren Meyer and Sarah Consagra, both MMM 2020 

This content was originally published in Poets&Quants .

To prepare for business school, students gear up for lecture room cold-calling, months of career recruiting, and enough networking to last a lifetime. What many MBA students don’t anticipate are case competitions.

An often-underrated way to derive value from your business school education, case competitions offer students the opportunity to consult for real clients, helping to solve pressing business problems. These competitions have become almost a rite of passage at graduate schools across the nation. Plus, they tend to pay generously – a perk always welcome on an MBA budget.

Over two weeks, our team designed a platform aimed at educating and empowering primary care physicians to directly treat patients with HCV, a task typically reserved for specialists. We were thrilled to win the competition, and even more excited to know that our ideas will further AbbVie’s mission to eradicate a stigmatized and often overlooked disease.

Among busy MBA schedules, making time for a case competition may be difficult. However, it can be one of the most rewarding experiences of business school. After competing and succeeding in several during our first year at Kellogg, we’ve gleaned some helpful tips and tricks for designing a “winning” solution and getting the most out of the case competition experience.

1. Make it human-centered.

Get out there and talk to people! Secondary research is important. Where possible, your ideas should also be informed by robust primary research. Judges will be impressed when you are able to cite conversations with people who are “living the problem.” Through our conversations with doctors, nurses, and social workers, we unearthed unique pain points related to HCV treatment that we would have missed entirely by relying on the internet. One nurse reminded us that “doctors are people, too,” and that their own unconscious biases and busy schedules might prevent them from treating certain diseases with urgency.

2. Keep it laser-focused.

When solving an innovation challenge, there are typically a number of exciting possible solutions. We’ve found it is most effective to select the one solution you think is most compelling Then, tell the audience  why  you chose it, and build it out in detail. The audience will be much more impressed by a single, deep and well-studied solution than a set of broad and shallow ones. In our presentation, we recommended launching the education platform with primary care physicians covered by Medicare Advantage, a group we believed was uniquely poised to adopt the education platform. By honing in on one of many existing pain points, we were able to demonstrate that we had done the hard work of prioritizing the biggest win for our client.

3. Make it beautiful.

The value of an aesthetically compelling presentation cannot be overstated. This will keep your audience alert and engaged. Straightforward, crisp slides with simple design elements will go a long way. If you want to take it one step further, don’t be afraid to get creative by adding illustrations and vivid imagery. Our team used hand-drawn illustrations (just stick figures – nothing fancy) to bring a typical HCV patient’s journey to life for the judging panel.

4. Know your numbers.

When it comes to Q&A time, it’s always satisfying to respond to a judge’s doubting question with, “Yes, and we have data to support that.” If you’re going to whip out that reply, make sure you’ve done your homework. While only key numbers should be presented, an appendix is a helpful add-on for all the numerical content that you may want to pull out of your arsenal during follow-up questioning. Make sure you practice speaking confidently about how you arrived at those final numbers as well.

5. Make it actionable.

Ultimately, judges want solutions that feel tangible – ones they can execute readily, with existing budget, and feel excited to promote to internal stakeholders. Craft a clear outline for how you’ll launch your idea, what money you’ll leverage, and what existing resources you can draw on. If you want to add some glitz, you can always build out a roadmap for how your solution might evolve and grow as you scale (three, five, or ten years down the line). In our presentation, we focused on a “pilot program,” and then shared a window into what a “full-scale” version might look like. This helped the judges understand our solution’s potential for immediate effect, and how that might translate into something bigger and more impactful.

6. Tell a story.

Business jargon and charts might seem impressive, but if the judges aren’t hooked they may miss the genius of your solution. Storytelling can be a critical lever for standing out and connecting with your audience. Share emotional and powerful stories of personas or real people you spoke with to demonstrate how this solution will transform the lives of customers and stakeholders. Coming full circle to our first tip: speaking with people out in the world will enable you to deliver compelling human stories.

One bonus tip to remember : be sure to make it fun! That may sound cheesy, but it’s hard to envision and build out a business solution under time constraints if you’re not curious about the subject matter. Find teammates you enjoy spending time with, and let your enthusiasm shine when pitch day rolls around.

Business Case Competitions: An Experiential Approach to Learning

What is a business case competition .

A case competition is an event where students come together to present solutions to real-world business problems. These competitions are increasingly popular among both BCom and MBA students, as they provide an opportunity to apply classroom knowledge to real-life situations — experiential learning at its best! 

The competition format can vary, but some common elements include: 

• Teams of students are given a business case, a real-world problem faced by an organization or an idea they’d like to explore. The case is presented in written form and may include additional materials such as financial statements, market research or other data. 
• The teams then have a set amount of time to analyze the case and devise a solution. This can range from a few hours to several days. 

• At the end of the competition, the winners are announced and may receive prizes such as trophies, cash awards or job opportunities. Outstanding students may receive invitations to an exclusive event to network with their case sponsor. 

Overall, the format is designed to simulate real-world business situations and provide students with a hands-on learning experience. At the Telfer School of Management, we run our own internal competitions and we send students to competitions at other universities. 

"As a long-time case competition coach, I see first-hand the growth of students who participate. It is an opportunity for students to gain real experience in analyzing information, strategizing and presenting their recommendations. There is no substitute for the experience they gain, and it shows in their confidence and personal development." — Matt Archibald, Director of undergraduate programs, Telfer School of Management

What Does a Typical Case Presentation Look Like? 

A good case competition presentation should be well organized, clear and engaging. Here are some key elements usually included (Be sure to understand the specific requirements of your case competition.): 

Introduction

Start with a clear and concise introduction that sets the stage for the presentation. Introduce your team, the case purpose and your proposed solution. 

Problem statement

Clearly articulate the problem statement and the key challenges faced by the organization. Provide context and background information that helps the audience understand the issue. 

Present your analysis of the case problem, including your data or research. Use analysis tools to help illustrate your points. Some analysis tools include: 

Financial analysis : Analyze financial statements and other data to understand the organization’s financial health. This can help you identify areas where your proposed solution can improve financial performance. 

Consumer behaviour analysis : Look at individuals’ or groups’ actions when purchasing and consuming a good or service. This can help ensure your solution meets the needs of a target population segment. 

SWOT analysis : Analyze the company’s strengths, weaknesses, opportunities and threats. 

Human resource analysis : Examine the company’s talent management strategy, including recruitment, retention and training.  

Cultural analysis : Often used where there’s a request to expand abroad. Gather information about local culture, history, traditions, social norms, values and other key cultural factors that could affect business, such as language and social class. 

Proposed solution

Present your proposed solution. Explain how it addresses the challenges identified in the problem statement. Make sure your solution is practical, feasible and sustainable. Highlight the potential benefits to the organization. 

Implementation plan

Summarize your key points and reiterate the importance of your proposed solution. Emphasize the potential benefits to the organization and any competitive advantages that your solution may provide. 

Be prepared to answer questions from the judges or audience. Make sure you have a deep understanding of your proposed solution and can provide thoughtful responses. Short answers are best. Judges have limited time for questions and you want to ensure that nothing is left unsaid or up to their interpretation. 

Deliver your presentation confidently and with enthusiasm. Use clear, concise language, maintain eye contact and use visuals effectively to engage your audience. Pay attention to your body language, tone of voice and overall delivery, to ensure you’re conveying your message effectively. 

Why Participate in Business Case Competitions? 

Students cite the following benefits most often: 

Working with peers, building valuable teamwork skills 

Adding interesting experiences to their resumés 

Applying knowledge learned in the classroom to real situations 

Networking with judges, students from other schools and industry representatives (often recruiters) 

Improving business communication skills 

Learning time management and stress management techniques 

Having fun! 

"Looking at my undergraduate degree, case competitions stand out as the most memorable experiences. I’ve learned the most about business, met many of my friends, grown a lot as an individual and had the most fun!  My involvement in both regional and international competitions has been my favourite part of my undergraduate degree and has been instrumental in my personal development." —Aisha Gheriani, Telfer BCom student 

Getting Involved in Business Case Competitions 

There are many opportunities for both BCom and MBA students to get involved throughout the year. There are specific challenges or categories in all business fields, including human resources, accounting, finance, marketing, operations, strategy, leadership, entrepreneurship and more!   

Examples of competitions that Telfer has competed in include: 

Jeux du Commerce 

The Jeux du Commerce is a bilingual interuniversity event that has brought together students in Eastern Canada since 1989 for academic, athletic and social competitions. Goals include fostering relations between the next generation of businesspeople and companies, creating lasting links between participants, developing initiative, and encouraging healthy competition and, above all, excellence. 

Happening Marketing 

CaseIT  

CaseIT brings together top undergraduate students, distinguished professors, experienced industry professionals and a dedicated student body to challenge conventional thinking among future leaders in business and technology. 

Financial Open  

The Financial Open is the largest academic competition in finance and accountancy in Eastern Canada. Bringing together more than 350 students from RÉFAEC universities, the competition aims to promote careers in finance and accounting, in addition to providing a place for students to meet and speak with key industry players. 

“Case competitions add incredible value to the university experience. They’ve let me put the theory I’ve learned in my university courses into practice, strengthen my communications skills and learn to create high-quality deliverables under tight deadlines. Case competitions give you access to the real-world of business and offer unbelievable networking possibilities. Beyond career benefits, these competitions have allowed me to meet passionate students involved in university life. I’ve formed professional relationships with these people, in addition to making lifelong friendships.”  — Caroline Lafrance, Telfer BCom student 

How to Get Involved 

If you want to learn about how you can get involved as a student competitor, case subject or coach, email Telfer case competition head coach Stephen Daze or go to the Telfer Competitions Committee Instagram page .  

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Home Blog PowerPoint Tutorials How To Prepare and Deliver a Business Case Presentation

How To Prepare and Deliver a Business Case Presentation

No matter how junior or senior an individual is in an organization, there will always be times when they need to convince others why they should fund them, choose them, or do anything else they want them to do. Sometimes an informal, but convincing, argument is enough. Often, it isn’t. Those are the times you’ll need to prepare a business case in order to change their mind.

What is a Business Case?

A business case is a document that presents the costs, risks, and benefits of a particular initiative, justifies the investment , and pitches why decision-makers should approve of the recommendation. Students pursuing an  MBA with a specialization in marketing  are often asked to prepare different business case studies to improve their business forecasting and analytics skills.

Depending on your organization and endeavor, this will be anything from an informal document to a formal presentation before stakeholders. Regardless of the format, a business case aims to convince people if a project or initiative is worth investing in and why one particular approach is better than others.

A Business Case Is Not a Project Proposal or a Project Plan

Don’t get a business case mixed up with a project proposal . While they have similar goals and will cover some of the same topics, they’re not quite the same thing. A project proposal focuses on what a project is, delving into many of the details like deliverables and timelines. They are also different from project plans , which explain how a project will be executed and have much more detail. A business case, on the other hand, is about why people should invest in your initiative.

When You Should Create a Business Case Presentation?

You should create a business case presentation any time you need to convince a manager or stakeholder to make a decision, where an informal conversation is not appropriate or enough.

Common reasons to create a business case presentation:

• Asking for new funding, more funding, or a continuation of funding
• Changing the scope of a project
• Starting a new project
• Requesting a policy change
• Asking for an exception to a rule
• Adding resources to a project or team

How to Create a Business Case Presentation?

While you might be eager to jump in and share the initiative you believe in, it’s a good idea to step back and make sure you prepare a solid case. The more concrete details, facts, and figures you have, the stronger your business case will be. The main sections of a business case will be the context of the situation, problem statement, opportunities, financial analysis, and solution description.

If you’ve never made a business case presentation before, consider using a business case template or try our AI presentation maker to help guide you through each step. Here’s a short summary of each of the parts of a convincing business case presentation.

Step 1. Establish Context about the Current Situation

Not all audience members will immediately know what the current situation is leading up to your initiative. Briefly lay out the background of the idea. Note that this isn’t the problem statement, which will follow.

Step 2. State the Problems

This slide is where you can impress upon your audience the importance of the problem, and therefore, why the solution you’ll soon present is necessary.

When describing the problems, think about the direct and indirect effects of the situation, as well as the internal and external implications. Include statistical analysis if you’re already seeing negative effects because of the situation.

Step 3. Evaluate Opportunities

Your solution needs to be directly related to the stated problem. Here you can list, side-by-side, the opportunities you foresee to address problems. This section is a segway from your problem to your solution.

Another way to present this section is to analyze potential causes of the previously stated problem. This would then be the step to introduce the possible approaches, before settling on the one you’ve chosen to pitch.

Step 4. Analyze Finances

The numbers are probably the most important thing on stakeholder’s minds. They can make or break your business case. Present the current financial situation and compare it to the numbers you could be achieving if they choose to fund your initiative. Additionally, emphasize the potential for increased revenue through the implementation of a recurring payment system , which can provide a steady stream of income for your business.

Step 5. Describe Solution

Now that you’ve impressed the need for a change on your audience, it’s time to propose your solution. The format of your solution description will depend on what kind of decision you’re promoting. Generally speaking, you’ll want to briefly outline what needs to be done, how it will be done, who will do it, and when it will be done. Let’s look at sample solution formats for each of the examples from the introduction:

• Convincing the project manager to add you to a team: List the skills you have, how they relate to the needs of the project, and what you’ll be able to achieve once part of that team.
• Convincing your boss to commit time to fixing a product issue: List how you can fix the issue, how much time it will take, how many resources it will take, and how much it will cost, especially when compared to the alternative.
• Convincing HR to give an employee a raise: List how much of a raise your employee will need, any other non-monetary benefits that could work, and the advantages of retaining that talent.
• Convincing the board to open a new office: This initiative is clearly much more complex than the previous examples, which means it will require a much more in-depth business case document. However, in the business case presentation, you can list the costs, forecasted ROI, resources needed, and potential benefits of opening up the satellite office.

10 Tips for Presenting Effective Business Cases

• Use unique and attention-grabbing visuals. Chances are a board of directors or management team has seen a lot of business cases. Make sure yours doesn’t look just like everyone else’s.
• Clearly state your recommendation and required investment.
• Don’t shy away from costs and risks.
• Evaluate various scenarios when presenting your solution.
• Don’t forget to practice presenting your business case when preparing the documentation.
• Use an appropriate story alongside facts and figures to hook your audience, as recommended by the Harvard Business Review . 
• Don’t add too much data to your PPT slides. Remember that the rest of your details will be in the business case document.
• Involve your audience by making eye contact, mentioning specific examples they may have heard about or been involved in, and even making appropriate jokes.
• Brainstorm potential questions your audience may ask and incorporate them into your presentation. 
• Prepare both a long version and a short version of your business case presentation. You might be expecting an hour to pitch your idea to stakeholders, but you might just get a few minutes while walking down the hall to an emergency meeting.

Conclusion: Do Your Initiative Justice

You have a good idea. Maybe it’s a project you really believe in, a decision that just has to be made, or a strategy that will change the game for your organization. Whatever the case, your initiative won’t get approval if you communicate it ineffectively. Create a convincing business case and present it effectively and you’ll see decisions going your way in no time.

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UW Global Business Case Competition

Universities interested in competing in GBCC 2025 – Please Complete this Expression of Interest Form . Priority submissions will be reviewed in August.

Go to GBCC Site for access to competitor, schedule, and other information!

The UW Global Business Case Competition (UW GBCC) is a prominent international case competition, bringing together undergraduate students from within the United States and around the globe to compete in fast-paced and innovative business case studies. Starting in 1999 as the Global Business Challenge, UW GBCC turns 24 this year– cheers to that– and is one of the oldest of its kind.

UW GBCC enables students to build meaningful, cross-cultural relationships, experience what the city of Seattle has to offer and most importantly, challenges them with the task of analyzing and developing a business recommendation for two real-world case studies. The competition concludes with each team presenting their case solutions to a panel of industry-leading judges, who are tasked with the difficult decision of selecting the UW GBCC champion

Be sure to connect with the UW Global Business Case Competition on Instagram .

Participating teams can find rules and detailed schedule information on the exclusive GBCC website – please email  [email protected] for access.

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2024: Global Retail Expansion Focus with Tim Hortons and Costco

The Global Business Center is pleased to announce that National Chengchi University of Taipei, Taiwan, is the 2024 UW Global Business Case Competition (GBCC) champion! This week-long intensive experiential learning event challenged 11 undergraduate student teams from across the globe.

5-Hour Case For Tim Hortons, they tackled the popular chain’s expansion into China. Teams made of 3-4 students representing different universities each recommended two strategic differentiators that Tim Hortons should focus on over the next two years, and identify actions they could take over this period of time to build growth on those differentiators.

The winning team was comprised of students from Chulalongkorn University, Erasmus University RSM, University of Prince Edward Island, and Washington University – St. Louis.

24-Hour Case Students developed analysis for Costco Wholesale’s expansion opportunities in three new markets: India, Brazil, or the UAE. Teams were given 24 hours to develop market entry strategies, propose timelines for entry, and recommend whether Costco should adapt its business model and product offerings to customer preferences in each country.

Competing Universities:

• Chulalongkorn University, Thailand
• Erasmus University, The Netherlands
• Illinois State University, USA
• National Chengchi University, Taiwan
• The Ohio State University, USA
• Universidad Panamericana- Ciudad UP, Mexico
• University of California, Santa Barbara, USA
• University of Hong Kong, Hong Kong
• University of Prince Edward Island, Canada
• University of Washington, USA
• Washington University, USA

The two case problems were developed for this competition by Foster School faculty. The Tim Horton’s case was adapted by Dr. Debra Glassman. The Costco case was co-authored by Dr. Debra Glassman and Dr. Suresh Kotha.

2023: Nestle’s Sustainability and Intel’s Semiconductor Supply Chains

The Global Business Center is pleased to announce that American University of Beirut (Lebanon) is the 2023 Global Business Case Competition (GBCC) champion! This powerhouse experiential learning event challenged 12 undergraduate student teams from across the globe to tackle current global business issues. This year they developed recommendations for issues faced by Nestle and Intel.

For Nestle, they worked for 5 hours (Short Case Challenge) on alternative packaging for KitKat candy bars that would help them meet their 2025 commitment for all packaging – 100% recyclable or reusable.

Teams had to:

• Recommend which KitKat packaging (plastic with recycled content OR paper) should be implemented on a global scale
• Suggest a strategy that would promote consumer recycling behavior
• Adding to the challenge, the teams were multinational ones who had never met each other. They were formed after arrival in Seattle and had to present, boardroom style with just one slide, to business executives. A truly unique learning experience that simultaneously builds community and cross-cultural competence. The short case winning team included Pan Karnjanaekarin (Chulalongkorn University, Thailand), Valentino Mollard (Erasmus University, Netherlands), Jade Joyce Ng (University of Hong Kong, Hong Kong), and Dominik Vlasak (University of Washington, USA).

24-Hour Case: Intel This time they had 24 hours to address how Intel can make its new foundry (chip manufacturing) services a success, especially given that Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Company (TSMC) is the world’s dominant manufacturer. More specifically, who are the potential customers and how can Intel persuade them to work with its foundry services rather than TSMC?

The champions are compiled below.

The two case problems were created specifically for this competition by Foster School faculty. The Nestle case was developed by Dr. Debra Glassman. The Intel Case was co-authored by Dr. Debra Glassman and Dr. Suresh Kotha.

2021: Tesla’s Global Expansion Strategy

By Suresh Kotha and Dr. Debra Glassman, University of Washington Foster School of Business, April 2021 Tesla is a revolutionary car company with a revolutionary leader, Elon Musk. It has upended conventional wisdom by successfully producing a line-up of battery-powered electric vehicles (EVs) with its own designs and many of its own components. Despite production challenges, Tesla is undertaking rapid global expansion, with a “Gigafactory” in Shanghai and another about to come online in Germany. The global EV market is growing rapidly, and Tesla is considering other locations for Gigafactories, including India. Is this a good idea? Is Tesla spreading itself too thin? With global competitors ramping up, can Tesla be profitable in the global markets that it is considering?

This case asks the student teams to identify and evaluate Tesla’s global expansion strategy and to present an implementation plan and forecast for the strategy that they recommend.

2019: Amazon Go Stores: New Directions in Grocery Retailing

By Dr. Debra Glassman, University of Washington Foster School of Business, April 2019

In January, 2018, the first Amazon Go store was opened to the public in Seattle. It featured a checkout-free experience. Upon entering, the customer scans a QR code on the Amazon Go phone app. As the customer shops, cameras track his or her movements. The shelves have weight sensors that detect when a product is removed from a shelf (or returned to it). The app keeps track of purchases and charges a credit card when the customer leaves. Amazon calls this Just Walk Out technology.

Amazon has plans for as many as 3,000 Amazon Go stores in the US by 2021. It has identified a site in London for the first overseas Amazon Go store. It is logical to think that Amazon will consider further overseas expansion, but it is not clear what form that should take. Cross-border expansion in the grocery sector is notoriously difficult, and other retailers are already launching cashierless grocery stores around the world, from the UK to China.

This case asks the student teams to identify and evaluate three global expansion strategies and to present an implementation plan for the strategy that they recommend. The champion and finalists’ presentations are compiled below.

2018: Amazon Web Services: Searching for Global Growth

By Suresh Kotha and Debra Glassman, University of Washington Foster School of Business, April 2018

The case focuses on Amazon Web Services (AWS), the world leader in provision of cloud computing services, from data storage to computing and applications. Moving to “the cloud” means that customers rent data center services from third-party providers via the internet rather than maintain their own data centers. The major cloud providers, such as AWS, Microsoft’s Azure and Google Cloud Platform, are rapidly building networks of very large (“hyperscale”) data centers, grouped in geographic Regions around the world.

This case asks the student teams to play the role of AWS managers who will recommend locations for new data center Regions to Amazon CEO Jeff Bezos and other top managers. The presentations must identify the top three criteria for location selection and recommend three new Region locations.

Read the student charge . The champion and finalists’ presentations are compiled below.

2017: Fitbit: The Business About Wrist

The case focuses on Fitbit, a company with a big share of the wrist-worn wearables market. The market has become increasingly competitive and is characterized by a convergence between the functions offered by fitness trackers (such as Fitbit) and smartwatches (such as Apple Watch). Due to this connectivity, there is a growing recognition of the privacy and security risks associated with the data generated by wearables. The teams in this competition were asked to play the role of Fitbit managers asked to recommend how to protect data from Fitbit devices. They were also asked to develop a plan for marketing Fitbit’s new data protection efforts.

Read the student charge . The champion and finalists’ presentations are compiled below.

2016: Volkswagen Group: The Emissions Scandal and the Costs of Deception

In 2007, Martin Winterkorn, the new CEO of the Volkswagen Group, led the adoption of Strategy 2018, a bold plan for the company to become the world’s number-one-selling automaker. By early 2015, the Volkswagen Group had achieved that goal, in part by increasing US car sales through offering “clean diesel” vehicles. The clean diesel engines allowed VW, Audi and Porsche cars to meet the strict US emissions rules on nitrogen oxides. Then, in September 2015, the US Environmental Protection Agency announced that VW diesels had cheated on the emissions tests with a “defeat device” – software that detected when a car’s emissions were being tested. The device reduced emissions during testing, but allowed emissions as much as 40 times higher during regular driving. Eventually it was revealed that the company had installed defeat devices in 11 million VWs, Audis and Porsches worldwide, including 600,000 in the US. Winterkorn was forced to resign and governments and customers around the world launched recalls and lawsuits. The VW Group is facing huge potential costs, as well as damage to its reputation. As new CEO Mathias Muller revises the Group’s strategy, he must address these questions: What will be the total costs of the cheating scandal, and how will they constrain the VW Group’s strategic options in the future?

2015: First Solar Inc. in 2013

Each of the GBCC teams spent 48 hours analyzing a business case on First Solar Inc. In 2010, First Solar was the global leader in production of solar panels. However, by 2013, Chinese producers dominated the world market, helped by generous government subsidies. First Solar was also challenged by falling prices for solar panels made with a competing technology. First Solar responded by vertically integrating into the solar systems business, making the company a “one-stop shop” for utility customers. First Solar’s sales have been concentrated in the US market, but they are exploring opportunities outside the US. The GBCC student teams were tasked with identifying the external forces affecting First Solar’s business over the next five years and then prioritizing the non-US target markets.

Read the case study on the Harvard Business School website . Find the student charge . The champion and finalists’ presentations are compiled below.

2014: Nike: Sustainability and Labor Practices 2008-2013

Acting as Nike mangers, students examine Nike’s sustainability and labor practices from 1998 to 2013 and provide recommendations on three case questions: 1) Where should Nike move its collegiate apparel production? 2) What is a feasible way for Nike’s supply chain to be more transparent? and 3) How can Nike build consumer awareness concerning its improved labor sustainability projects?

Read the case study on the Harvard Business School website. Find the student charge . The champion and finalists’ presentations are compiled below.

2013: Frog’s Leap Winery in 2011: The Sustainability Agenda Case

From 2000-2010, John Williams, co-founder of Frog’s Leap Winery in California, invested in dry farming, organic, and biodynamic agriculture; geothermal and solar power; year-round employment and benefits for immigrant workers; and the industry’s first LEED-certified tasting room. Despite static production, inventory and debt load grew. Students were tasked with finding solutions to help Frog Leap increase sales and become more sustainable while remaining a small winery.

Read the case study on the Harvard Business School website . Download the student charge . The champion and finalists’ presentations are compiled below.

2012: Li & Fung 2012, Harvard Business School

Students act as the top executives at Li & Fung in the midst of preparing an important presentation to stock market investors and analysts. During the presentations, executives (students) will explain the strategies that will be implemented to achieve a goal of $1.5 B. core operating profit in 2013.

2011: Urban Water Partners (A), Harvard Business School, October 2010

Students teams took on the role of the founders and executives at Urban Water Partners. Each team was asked to develop a business plan and subsequent presentation outlining possible business expansion and possible risks.

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Winning Presentations: Creating an Impactful Case Comp Slide Deck

Creating an impactful case competition slide deck requires strategic content arrangement and compelling visuals. Focus on clarity, conciseness, and persuasiveness for an effective presentation.

Crafting an outstanding presentation for case competitions is essential for standing out among peers and impressing judges. Your slide deck is the canvas where your ideas come to life, serving as a visual companion to your spoken words. To achieve this, streamline your content to ensure each slide conveys a single, clear message that supports your overall argument.

Use typography, color schemes, and imagery to reinforce your points and maintain audience engagement. Remember, a well-designed slide deck not only helps to display your analytical skills and creativity but also showcases your ability to communicate complex ideas effectively. Approach your case comp presentation with a focus on delivering a concise, engaging, and memorable message that resonates with your audience.

Crafting A Compelling Narrative

Let’s dive into the journey of crafting a compelling narrative for your case competition slide deck. Everyone loves a story that sticks, and your audience is no exception. A gripping narrative captures attention, explains complexities, and leaves a lasting impression. Transform stats and strategies into stories, and watch your case comp presentation transform into an engaging experience.

Identifying The Core Message

Every tale has a heart. Identify the core message of your presentation. Think about your main idea. Ask, “What do I want the audience to remember?” Keep it clear and simple. This core message is your North Star, guiding every slide, fact, and figure.

• Highlight the problem your project or product solves.
• Focus on the benefits , not just the features.
• Show real-world impact with examples or testimonies.

Structuring The Story Flow

Like any good story, your slide deck needs a beginning, middle, and end .

• Start with the introduction: set the stage with a hook.
• Develop the plot: present data and analysis that relate to the core message.
• Conclude: tie everything back to the main message, offering a resolution.

A good flow uses visuals and words to guide viewers. Keep slides connected. Use transitions to create a conversational pace.

Design Principles For Impact

When you make a case competition slide deck, you want people to remember it. Design principles help your deck make a big impact. They make sure your message stands out. Let’s dive into these principles to turn your presentation into a winner.

Harnessing The Power Of Visuals

Pictures tell stories fast. Our brains understand images 60,000 times quicker than text. Use visuals to support your message. Choose graphs, infographics, and images that are clear and relevant.

• Graphs show data in a snap.
• Infographics explain complex ideas simply.
• Icons add meaning without clutter.

Balancing Text And Imagery

Too much text is boring. Images and text must work together. Think of text as your supporting actor. Images are your lead. Follow the ‘less is more’ rule. Keep words short and sweet. This makes your deck easy to follow.

Color Psychology And Usage

Colors affect feelings. They can make your deck pop. Each color has a meaning. Use colors that match your message. Blue shows trust. Green means growth. Use a color scheme that has 2-3 main colors. This keeps your slides looking clean and professional.

• Choose a palette: Stick to it for harmony.
• Contrast for readability: Dark text on light backgrounds works well.
• Emotional impact: Use colors to evoke the right feeling.

Data Presentation Techniques

Data Presentation Techniques play a critical role in delivering Winning Presentations, especially in the high-stakes environment of Case Competitions. Crafting an impactful slide deck involves not just the content, but how effectively you can communicate complex information. To captivate your audience, your data must speak clearly and compellingly, transforming numbers into narratives.

Effective Use Of Charts And Graphs

To connect with your audience, visual representation is key. Charts and graphs translate data into visual stories. They highlight trends, compare figures, and illustrate changes over time. Selecting the appropriate graph is crucial. Pie charts work well for showing proportions, while line graphs track changes across different conditions. Bar graphs compare values, and scatter plots depict relationships between variables.

• Pie Charts: Demonstrate parts of a whole.
• Line Graphs: Show trends over time.
• Bar Graphs: Compare quantities.
• Scatter Plots: Reveal patterns or correlations.

Ensure every chart or graph has a clear title. Use labels and legends only when necessary. Avoid clutter. Simplify your graphs to get your point across.

Simplifying Complex Data

Simplifying complex data is about making it accessible. Your goal is to break down intricate data sets into bite-sized, understandable pieces. Start with your main point. Use bullet points to outline crucial details.

• Identify the key message you want to convey.
• Highlight significant data points that support your message.
• Use clear, concise labels and avoid jargon.
• Provide simple explanations for technical terms, if you must use them.

Color coding can draw attention to important information. But remember, less is more. Stick to a maximum of three to four colors to prevent confusion. Context is everything—ensure that your visuals make sense without lengthy explanations.

Engagement Strategies

Engaging your audience through your presentation is critical to success in case competitions. Crafting an impactful slide deck goes beyond mere visuals and content—it requires an element of interaction and the art of persuasion. Here, you’ll find strategies that will help your slides resonate and hold the attention of your audience from start to finish.

Interactive Elements In Slides

People retain information better when they actively participate. Integrating interactive elements into your presentation keeps your audience alert and involved. Let’s explore a few options:

• Quizzes : Pose questions and allow a moment for viewers to think or answer.
• Clickable Tabs : Use these for dynamic navigation through your deck.
• Embedded Videos : These can offer a break in delivery and highlight key points.
• Live Polls : Gather instant feedback and generate a sense of involvement.

Remember, slides with interactive features must load quickly and run smoothly to maintain momentum and keep your audience engaged.

Rhetorical Devices For Persuasion

Using rhetorical devices enhances the persuasive power of your presentation. These tools can strengthen your argument and make the message stick.

Employ these techniques to keep your audience riveted and deliver a convincing argument. A deft use of language makes your slide deck unforgettable.

Rehearsal And Delivery Tips

Gearing up for a case competition requires more than just designing a stellar slide deck. Your delivery can make or break the impact of your presentation. With the right rehearsal strategies and Q&A handling techniques, you can ensure your message resonates powerfully with judges and audience alike. Here, we’ll detail steps to master the art of practice and to confidently navigate the Q&A sessions.

Mastering The Art Of Practice

Practice is your pathway to perfection. To deliver your content naturally and effectively, consistent rehearsal is crucial. Begin by practicing your slides individually, then as a full run-through.

• Record yourself to identify areas of improvement.
• Time your segments to ensure you stay within any time limits.
• Use a mirror to gauge your body language and facial expressions.
• Practice with distractions to prepare for any scenario.
• Get feedback from friends or mentors to refine your delivery.
• Perform in front of a small audience to simulate the actual environment.

Handling Q&A Sessions

Expect the unexpected. A Q&A session can be unpredictable, but with preparedness, you can navigate it seamlessly. Anticipate possible questions and practice your answers.

• Understand your material inside out—be the expert.
• Prepare a list of potential questions and your answers.
• Practice clear, concise, and structured responses.
• Maintain composure even when faced with tough questions.
• Use the bridge technique to steer questions back to your strengths.
• If you don’t know an answer, it’s okay to admit it and offer to follow up.

Effective rehearsal and delivery techniques are the finishing touches that transform a good presentation into a great one. Focus on these and you’ll be well-prepared to make an impactful showing at your next case competition.

Leveraging Feedback For Improvement

Making an impactful slide deck for a case competition is like painting a masterpiece. To make it shine, feedback becomes your guiding light. Smart presenters know that each critique is a golden opportunity to refine and improve. Now, let’s explore turning feedback into a powerful tool for your deck’s evolution.

Incorporating Critique Into Revisions

Feedback can sting, but it’s the secret ingredient for a stellar presentation. Start with these steps:

• Listen closely: Pay attention to what judges, mentors, and peers say.
• Note patterns: Common themes in feedback point out key areas to focus on.
• Ask questions: Get clarity on unclear points. This ensures you understand the feedback.
• Revise with intent: Update your slides purposefully, reflecting on each piece of advice.

Remember, each slide should carry a clear message. Bold visuals and concise points help to emphasize key information. Let’s mold feedback into your deck’s strengths.

Iterative Design For Perfection

Perfection is a journey, especially with slide decks. Here’s how to make each iteration count:

• Start with a draft: Begin with a basic version. This is your canvas.
• Seek initial reactions: Gather first impressions to gauge impact.
• Refine and repeat: Improve your deck, then seek more feedback.
• Embrace changes: View revisions as steps towards excellence.

Iterative design allows your deck to evolve. With each round of input, your slides become sharper, clearer, and more persuasive. So, present with confidence, knowing every feedback loop has enriched your masterpiece.

Frequently Asked Questions

What are key elements of a winning presentation slide deck.

A winning presentation slide deck includes clear messaging, engaging visuals, concise content, and a strong narrative flow. It should also be tailored to the audience’s interests and level of understanding, maintaining a balance between information and design to keep viewers engaged throughout the presentation.

How Do You Make A Case Comp Slide Deck Impactful?

To make a case competition slide deck impactful, focus on storytelling which connects with the audience emotionally. Use data visualization to convey complex information quickly. Ensure consistency in fonts, colors, and layout, and practice the delivery to enhance confidence and clarity.

What Templates Work Best For Presentation Slide Decks?

The best templates for presentation slide decks offer a clean, professional layout with a mix of text and visual elements. They should have flexible, easy-to-edit slides that can accommodate different types of content, from images and graphs to bullet points and diagrams, to suit your specific case competition needs.

Can Visuals Improve Presentation Engagement?

Yes, incorporating high-quality visuals can significantly boost engagement in presentations. Visuals such as images, charts, and infographics help to illustrate points clearly and maintain the audience’s attention, making the information more memorable. Always ensure visuals are relevant and add to the narrative.

Crafting a compelling case competition slide deck can transform your presentation into a memorable narrative. By embracing simplicity, storytelling, and design principles, you’ll captivate your audience. Remember to practice, refine, and ensure your slides amplify your message. Your next case comp presentation is a chance to shine.

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Pitch your ideas, put your business skills to the test, and compete in a case competition.

Participating in a business-related case competition is one of the best ways to develop critical business and presentation skills, gain practical real-world industry experience, and network with experts and potential employers. Partner with Carey faculty to fine-tune your presentation and case analysis skills. And then put your theories to the test and present to leading executives around the world. With competitions hosted at Carey and funding available to register and travel to outside competitions, at Carey Business School you can compete and win in some of the most prestigious case competitions worldwide.

2024 Venture Capital Investment Competition

A team of four Carey students won first place at the 2024 New England Regional Finals of the Venture Capital Investment Competition in Boston. This marks the first win in Carey history at the regional round of the competition. The VCIC is a competition where teams of participants act as venture capitalists for the day and evaluate startups for potential funding. The teams conduct extensive research, draft a term sheet for their selected startup, and present findings to a panel of professional venture capitalist judges.

Howard University’s 27th Annual MBA Exclusive Conference: 18th Annual Minority Case Competition 

A team of Carey students took home first place and $12,000 at the 18th Annual Minority Case Competition, held during the MBA Exclusive Conference at Howard University. This year’s competition was sponsored by the NobleReach Foundation and themed “Leveraging Innovation and Entrepreneurship for National Competitiveness.” The case focused on the United States’ response to substantial adversarial investments in digital infrastructure and the need to create a mission-driven entrepreneurial ecosystem to remain competitive. The Carey team developed a comprehensive strategy to build the ecosystem, aligning entrepreneurs, investors, universities, students, communities, and government agencies. The strategy aimed to ignite a wave of innovation that would transform the entrepreneurial landscape, ultimately contributing to a more sustainable and responsible society. Students had a week to plan, strategize, and solve the case to then present their ideas to a panel of judges.

BioNJ Health Equity in Clinical Trials MBA Business Plan Case Competition

A team of Johns Hopkins Carey Business School students took home the first-place prize, winning $10,000, at the BioNJ’s inaugural MBA Business Plan Case Competition. The Carey team, consisting of five MBA/MPH students, developed a business plan that outlined a new health equity solution in clinical trials. The competition is designed to promote next-generation innovators and to identify new methods and models to strengthen clinical trial diversity and expand health equity.

MIT Sloan Operations Simulation Competition

A team of Carey students took first place, winning $2,000, at the 18 th annual MIT Sloan Operations Simulation Competition, held virtually on April 20-22, 2022. This marks the third win by a Carey team in the last four competitions, making Johns Hopkins the best-performing business school (tied with MIT Sloan) in competition history.

CFA Institute Research Challenge

A Carey student team placed first in the annual local DC/Baltimore CFA Institute Research Challenge . The competition requires students to research and analyze a publicly traded company, write a report, and present a buy, sell, or hold recommendation to a panel of industry experts.

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Carey Business School provides case competition teams with faculty and peer advisors, case preparation workshops, a list of over a hundred national case competitions, and funding for registration and other needs if necessary.

To request case competition resources, email [email protected].

Annual case competitions

Danaher case competition.

The annual Healthcare Business Association case competition is sponsored by global science and technology innovator Danaher Corporation. Student teams from universities across the nation traveled to Baltimore to compete for the $7,500 first-place prize, on a case judged by a panel of Danaher Health IT subject experts and business leaders.

Graduate Consulting Club Case Competition

The Johns Hopkins Graduate Consulting Club Case Competition’s annual competition brings together students and fellows from across the country to work on some of the most pressing challenges in today's health care sector. Interdisciplinary teams comprised of students from across multiple schools, programs and departments. 40 schools competed in the April 23, 2021 case competition sponsored by HighMark Health.

This intense, 48-hour simulated competition requires teams to improve the efficiency of a hypothetical near-bankrupt firm. Graduate students from top business schools across the globe aim to run the most profitable factory with rankings based on their ending cash balances.

Venture Capital Investment Competition

In this annual competition, student teams play the role of venture capitalists who are looking to invest in one of the startups presenting at the event. Student teams are assessed on the investment opportunities and pitching an investment strategy to the judges. The winning team of the local (Carey students only) competition win a spot in the regionals.

Past case competitions

Carey students placed second in the 2021 virtual Danaher Case Competition. This competition focused on the rapid growth of at-home lab testing and issues related to effectiveness, efficiency, and inequities in access.

KeyBank Ohio State University Minority MBA case competition

A Carey Business School team took first place, winning $10,000, in the KeyBank Ohio State University Minority MBA Case Competition.

Arthur Page Society - Student Case Competition

Carey student, Rhianna Taniguchi, placed first in the business school category with her submission, "Turning a Moment into a Movement: Why the NBA said 'Black Lives Matter.'"

UNC/Duke Case Competition

Carey students placed third in the UNC/Duke Case Competition. The competition brings together graduate students (Master’s, PhD, JD, MD) and provides the opportunity for teams to apply their analytical skills and creativity in a real-world context, by solving a real-world business problem.

MIT Operations Simulation Competition

For the second consecutive year, a Johns Hopkins University Carey Business School student team took the top prize at the annual MIT Sloan Operations Simulation Competition.

Amazon Case Competition

The Carey Business School team took the top spot at the 2020 Reaching Out MBA conference— the largest gathering of LBGTQ+ business students and alumni.

Harvard Global Case Competition

A team of Johns Hopkins students placed third in Harvard University’s annual  Global Case Competition  on April 25, 2020. The team, which included four Carey students, team faced off against 160 other teams from around the world.

Kellogg Biotech and Healthcare Case Competition

A four-member team of Johns Hopkins University students, including two from the Carey Business School, has won first place in the 16th annual Kellogg Biotech and Healthcare Case Competition.

A Johns Hopkins Carey Business School Global MBA team took top prize in the 15th annual MIT Sloan Operations Simulation Competition, held April 7, 2019, in Cambridge, Massachusetts.

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Participating in a business-related case competition is one of the best ways to develop critical business and presentation skills, gain practical real-world industry experience, and network with experts and potential employers. 

Definition of a Case Study: A Case Study is created using a research method that is in-depth and detailed to examine an issue or problem and its related contextual conditions.

Being familiar with case studies will help you prepare for case competitions and also for company interviews.  While the case competition presentation will be brief compared to one done for a job interview, understanding the elements will strengthen your solution.

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A case competition provides an exciting way for aspiring consultants to hone their problem-solving and presentation skills. If you’re drawn to the consulting world, you likely have a competitive spirit that thrives on challenges.

You’ll get the opportunity to tackle real business problems and present your solutions before judges, who are usually seasoned consultants.

In this article, we’ll discuss:

• What is a case competition (with examples of what you’ll do)
• How competing in consulting case competitions helps your resume and recruiting
• 5 tips on acing the business case competition and maximizing the opportunity
• A list of top case competitions to keep on your radar

Let’s get started!

What Is a Case Competition?

A case competition is an immersive learning experience that challenges students to solve complex business problems within a simulated consulting environment. 

In these competitions, participants work in teams to solve a hypothetical client problem and recommend a solution to a panel of judges.

A case competition tests your analytical thinking, teamwork, problem-solving, and presentation skills.

Examples of Cases and Topics

Case competitions can cover various business functions, such as marketing, strategy, operations, or a combination. You also won’t know what industry the case involves until the competition starts. It’s very similar to what you might experience in a consulting interview!

Case competition examples:

• BankCo aims to boost its market share among customers under 25. What recommendations would you propose to achieve this goal?
• TechCo is venturing into a new geographic market and seeks guidance on an effective market entry strategy to ensure a successful expansion. What approach would you recommend?
• EngineCo, an automobile manufacturer, is grappling with inefficient production processes. How would you optimize operations and foster innovation within the company?

If the case questions seem daunting, fear not! You’ll be provided with lots of data, including historical information, cost details, and other relevant considerations.

However, only some of the data provided will be useful or relevant to your recommendation. As a consultant, part of your skillset involves discerning which information is crucial to your analysis.

These cases simulate real-life consulting projects, so it’s a great chance to apply your skills and see if you like consulting!

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Typical Format of a Case Competition

In a case competition, participants are either assigned or choose to be part of a team of 4 to 6 students, mirroring a real consulting team. 

Each team is provided with identical information and allotted the same timeframe to analyze the data, develop recommendations, and present them to a panel of judges. A case competition usually takes place over a few days to allow for analysis and presentation preparation time.  

Let’s take a look at the typical schedule:

• Read Case Information : Teams receive a comprehensive case brief that presents the problem, client information, and pertinent data or information.
• Analyze Data and Options : Teams dive into the case, meticulously analyzing the provided data, extracting insights, and carefully evaluating different options for their recommendation. In most competitions, you can use publicly available information for research.
• Prepare Recommendation and Presentation : Teams consolidate their analysis and make an informed decision on the recommendation. They craft a compelling presentation, typically in slide format, showcasing the results of their analysis and their final recommendation.
• Present to Judges and Answer Q&A : Teams present their solutions to a panel of judges comprising industry professionals and experienced consultants. During the presentation, teams articulate their analysis, demonstrate their problem-solving approach, and emphasize the potential impact of their recommendations. Following the presentation, judges engage in a Q&A session, probing deeper into the team’s analysis and challenging their recommendation.
• Get Feedback and Results : Judges assess each team based on criteria such as the clarity of their problem-solving approach, the feasibility of their recommendations, and the effectiveness of their presentation.

Benefits of Participating in a Consulting Case Competition

Participating in a consulting case competition offers numerous advantages:

• Skill Development : From analyzing real client situations under time pressure to developing innovative solutions, you gain hands-on experience that sharpens your problem-solving abilities, data analysis skills, strategic thinking, teamwork, and communication. It’s a realistic glimpse of what a “day in the life” as a consultant is like.
• Valuable Feedback and Insights : While winning is rewarding, the feedback received provides invaluable insights and suggestions for improvement, enabling you to improve your skills and knowledge. 
• Prizes and Recognition : Many case competitions offer attractive prizes and recognition for outstanding performance. This can include monetary rewards or prize packages.
• Networking Opportunities : You have the chance to network with judges who are current consultants. They often are the ones involved in recruiting and interviews. Even if you don’t win the competition, you have a chance to impress judges, and it could lead to mentorship opportunities or potential internship opportunities.
• Resume Enhancement : Include any awards from case competitions on your resume. It is concrete evidence of your skills and can help your resume stand out.

5 Tips on Acing a Case Competition and Maximizing the Opportunity

1. review key consulting frameworks and concepts.

Take the time to review and understand essential consulting frameworks and structures, such as MECE (Mutually Exclusive, Collectively Exhaustive) and the Hypothesis-Driven Approach .

This will give you a strong foundation for analyzing case problems and developing practical solutions. Utilize resources like our Our Ultimate Guide to Case Interview Prep .

2. Establish Clear Roles and Responsibilities with Your Team

You are under a time crunch in a case competition, so aligning with your team on individual roles and responsibilities before you start the analysis will help you work efficiently.

Consider each team member’s strengths or developmental interests, and delegate tasks accordingly. For example, if you want to improve your proficiency in Excel, communicate your interest in doing analytical aspects. You can create a more efficient and cohesive team by working together and leveraging each other’s talents.

3. Avoid Memorizing Your Presentation

Memorizing your presentation word-for-word or reading the slides will make your presentation come off as less natural. You’ll appear less confident in what you are recommending.

Instead, focus on understanding the key points, logical flow, and supporting evidence. This approach allows flexibility, adaptability, and a more natural delivery during the presentation.

4. Prepare for Potential Questions

Allocate time to anticipate questions that judges may ask during the Q&A session. Consider different angles, alternative perspectives, and potential challenges to your recommendations. Being well-prepared for possible questions demonstrates your critical thinking skills, enhances confidence, and helps you respond effectively.

5. Leave a Lasting Impression on Judges

Make a positive impression on the judges and attendees of the consulting case competition. You never know who you might encounter again in your consulting journey. 

Consider sending a thoughtful thank-you note to the judges after the competition to express your gratitude for their feedback.

List of Case Competitions

Below, we have compiled a list of case competitions to keep on your radar and consider competing in. It’s important to note that this is not an exhaustive list, and competitions may vary yearly, so we recommend checking their official websites.

If you are in school, your consulting clubs will often host case competitions internally. Sometimes, firms also sponsor and run case competitions for specific communities.

Case Competitions in the USA

• ASCM Case Competition
• Collegiate Ethics Case Competition
• Danaher Case Competition
• David Eccles School of Business Case Competition
• Deloitte Consulting National Undergraduate Case Competition
• E-PARCC Teaching Case and Simulation Competition
• Global Case Competition at Harvard
• Heavener International Case Competition
• IACBE Case Competition
• KeyBank Case Competition
• Marshall International Case Competition
• Net Impact Case Competition
• NU-CUIBE International Business Case Competition
• Page Student Case Study Competition
• Penn Healthcare Case Competition
• Penn, Yale, Princeton, Columbia Case Competition
• Prism Consulting Group Case Competitions
• PRMIA Risk Management Challenge
• San Diego State University
• Student Big Data Case Competition
• The Katz Invitational
• The NASBITE International Student Case Competition
• The Schlesinger Global Family Enterprise Case Competition
• The University of California Press’ Case Studies in the Environment Prize Competition
• UConn International Business Case Challenge
• Yale Healthcare Case Competition
• Yale Graduate Consulting Club Case Competition

Case Competitions in Canada

• CFI FinMo Case Competition
• ICRA International Case Competition
• John Molson MBA International Case Competition
• McGill Management International Case Competition
• Schulich International Case Competition
• Scotiabank International Case Competition
• UCCA Case Competition

Case Competitions in Europe

• Aarhus Case Competition
• AAU Case Competition
• Amsterdam Case Competition
• Belgrade Business International Case Competition
• CBS Case Competition
• Central European Case Competition
• Creative Shock
• ILA International Case Competition
• International Case Competition @Maastricht
• Morpheus Cup
• NIBS Worldwide Case Competition
• Russian National Case League Changellenge
• SDA Bocconi Case Competition
• The Geneva Challenge

Case Competitions in International Locations

• CEIBS Global Case Competition
• EY CAFTA Case Championship
• HKUST International Case Competition
• HSBC/HKU Asia Pacific Business Case Competition
• IFAMA Student Case Competition
• IMA Middle East and India Student Case Competition
• KPMG International Case Competition
• Melbourne Business School Case Competition

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In this article, we’ve covered:

• Insight into the nature of case competitions, including examples of the tasks and challenges
• How participating in a consulting case competition can benefit your resume and increase your chances of success in recruiting
• Tips on how to excel in a business case competition and make the most of your experience
• A starter list of case competitions you can explore

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If you have more questions about case competitions, leave them in the comments below. One of My Consulting Offer’s case coaches will answer them.

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• Our Ultimate Guide to Case Interview Prep
• How to Approach a Case Study
• Case Interview Examples
• MECE (Mutually Exclusive, Collectively Exhaustive)
• The Hypothesis-Driven Approach

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[Updated 2023] Top 10 Templates to Propose a Winning Business Case

Nawsheen Muzamil

What is more important for you as a business owner; staying afloat and amassing regular profits or becoming competitive and aiming for higher company turnovers?

If you are searching for a context to state the right answer, then congratulations, you have the correct business etiquette.

In the business world, sometimes growth implies thriving while the mediocre lose stamina and become a memory. Yet, at other times, hustle is the rule of time, and a hint of passiveness can become the downfall of the century. In such scenarios, it is the intuition that guides ventures to be known for their campaigns, product launches or ambitions as quirky as inhabiting Mars.

Pertinently, your goals are the visions that make you prioritize some projects over others. A current state assessment will thus help you align projects in the order of their domination. But how do you propose such an idea to your team, your seniors, and most importantly, the stakeholders? That’s where a business case assumes importance. A business case is a document encompassing the details of your well-researched project proposal comprising:

• The risk and the perks 
• The budget and the ROIs.
• The main proposition.

Once all this information is set straight, it must then be passed on to the relevant audience to acquire their nods and awareness. Upon their agreement, your project plan will be put into action or prioritized (if other functional projects or campaigns are in order.) 

Apropos, we present the top choice of business case templates that will help you deliver professionally and guide you in pursuing your well-planned growth strategy. The following section comprises complete decks, single slides, and one pager with which you can create an impressive presentation. Read on to discover them!

Template 1: Business Case Study PPT Template

Are you tired of struggling to create an effective business case study presentation? Look no further! Our Business Case Study PPT Template is here to help you make a strong case for your business and showcase the value you bring to the table. Our template addresses a major problem that your business can solve and helps you highlight the benefits your business provides. With our template, you can showcase your increased efficiency, improved customer engagement, better decision-making, and financial savings, all in a visually stunning and engaging presentation. Our PPT Presentation saves you time and effort and impresses your audience with its professional design and compelling content. Whether you're presenting to investors, stakeholders, or your team, our template will help you communicate your message with clarity and confidence. Get it now.

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Template 2: Business Case Study Summary Highlighting Problem and Solution PPT Design

Take your business to the next level and showcase your success as a leader in your industry with the help of our Business Case Study Summary PPT Template! It helps you present a powerful case study summary highlighting the significant problem your business addressed, your approach, the action plan you followed with step-by-step solutions, and real customer testimonials. With our template, you can demonstrate your expertise and leadership in your industry and set your business apart from the competition. Download now.

Template 3: Business Case Evaluation PPT Deck

Presenting the first choice of business case deck to help you convey your proposal effectively and thoroughly. A compilation of 12 slides with models, scorecards, risk evaluation sheets, and graphs, this is a great template to impart factual and visual comprehension to your project proposal. Download this template to help your audience explore all the dimensions of your project.

Template 4: Business Case Outline PowerPoint Example

This is an introductory slide to encase your full-fledged business case. It comprises the executive summary, the market overview, industry position and competition, sales, financial forecast, etc. Use this slide as a base to then elaborate on these headings to create an independent, customized business case.

Template 5: One-Page Business Case Template 

This is a one-page business case template to showcase your project's crucial details. Use a combination of facts, graphs, and infographics to create an impressive awareness of your proposal. Elucidate your business goals, expenses forecasted, business strategies, acquisition, and retention in this one-slider PPT template.

Template 6: Project Management Business Case Template

This is another business case example from the category of one-pagers to gain a nod from your stakeholders. Comprising facts, graphs, and infographics it helps create an impressive awareness of your proposal. Share details about your key objectives, factor analysis, action plan, potential risks, cost projections, etc, in this one-slider PPT template. Download this PPT template now.

Template 7: Business Case Summary PPT Slide 

This is an example of a colorful single-slide presentation to record your business case. Justify the viability of your project plan that takes into account the resources, risks, and ROIs involved by utilizing this slide. State your business goals and specify the timeline for achieving them with your project.

Template 8: Business Case For Hiring New Staff PPT

If your business is revamping and needs to address all its previous projects and policies, here is a business case template that you can use. Propose your fresh-out-of-the-oven idea to increase hiring efficiency and make it smoother. Use this single slide template to deliberate on the eight-core facts, including the timescale, costs, and risks.

Template 9: Product Business Case PPT Template 

This is another example of a complete deck presentation rich in infographics and tables to convey a picturesque product business case. Use the thematic findings of this complete deck to get appraised. Demonstrate the estimation of finances, resources, and workforce required in your proposal using vivid graphics. Deploy this PPT presentation and start delivering engaging presentations.

Template 10: Executive Business Case Summary PPT  

This executive business case summary template will help you effectively propose a project to your team and stakeholders. Highlight the key takeaways from your proposal using this concise PPT template. Share your proposed project's business objective, business model, market, and financial standing using this single slide template.

We have served the best business case examples in the form of templates to help you dominate the meeting room like a boss and acquire admiration for your project idea! Let us know your comments on this guide and also your favorite template design! 

P.S: We also feel the need to share a guide on current state assessment with you to help you make better decisions when it comes to your company's growth and success. Read on to know more.

Related read: Why Current State Assessment Matters for Your Organization (Best PPT Templates Included) !

FAQs on Business Case Studies

What is a business case.

A business case is a formal document that outlines the justification for an investment in a specific business initiative or project. It provides a comprehensive analysis of the costs, benefits, risks, and expected returns associated with the proposed initiative or project. The purpose of a business case is to enable decision-makers to evaluate the proposed initiative or project objectively and determine whether it is worth pursuing or not.

How to write a business case?

Here are some general steps to follow when writing a business case:

• Identify the problem or opportunity:  The first step in writing a business case is to identify the problem or opportunity the proposed initiative or project aims to address.
• Define the objectives:  Once the problem or opportunity has been identified, define the objectives the proposed initiative or project aims to achieve.
• Conduct a feasibility study:  Conduct a feasibility study to determine whether the proposed initiative or project is viable and identify potential risks or challenges.
• Analyze the costs and benefits:  Analyze the costs and benefits associated with the proposed initiative or project, including financial and non-financial aspects. This analysis should be based on thorough research and data gathering.
• Develop an implementation plan:  Develop a detailed implementation plan, including timelines, resource requirements, risk mitigation strategies, and evaluation metrics.
• Write the business case document:  Write the business case document, including an executive summary, background, objectives, analysis, recommendations, and implementation plan.
• Review and finalize:  Review the business case document with key stakeholders to ensure it is accurate, complete, and persuasive. Make necessary revisions and finalize the document.
• Present and defend the business case:  Present and defend the business case to decision-makers, stakeholders, and any other relevant parties.
• Implement the initiative or project: If the business case is approved, implement the proposed initiative or project according to the plan outlined in the document.  

What are the four key elements that a business case should contain?

The four key elements that a business case should contain are:

• Background and justification:  This section should clearly explain the background of the proposed initiative or project and why it is necessary. It should also provide a brief overview of the current situation or problem that the proposed initiative or project aims to address.
• Business benefits:  This section should outline the potential benefits of the proposed initiative or project, both tangible and intangible. It should also include an analysis of the expected return on investment (ROI) and the time frame for achieving those benefits.
• Risks and challenges:  This section should identify the potential risks and challenges associated with the proposed initiative or project and describe how they will be mitigated or managed. It should also include a contingency plan if any risks materialize.
• Financial analysis:  This section should provide a detailed financial analysis of the proposed initiative or project, including the costs, benefits, and ROI. It should also include a comparison with alternative options to show why the proposed initiative or project is the best option.

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Transcript: Cross Training Why should employees be cross trained? Cross Training as a form of recognition: Why? To increase overall knowledge Incentive Programs Prevent Undue Stress It is estimated that 75 to 90 percent of visits to health care providers are due to stress-related conditions, costing employers in increased health care costs. (Maxon) The company will also suffer do to the employee not working to his or her full potential, which will drive productivity down. Abrams, Carmen. & Berge, Zane. (2010). Workforce Cross training: a re-emerging trend in tough times. Emerald. 22 (8), Retrieved October 7, 2012 from http://www.emeraldinsight.com.hmlproxy.lib.csufresno.edu/journal.htm.?articled=1891206&show=abstract. Baldwin.Boomer.Rubin, (2008). Managing Organizational Behavior. 2nd ed. New York, NY: McGraw-Hill/Irwin. Ebeling, A, C. & Lee, C, Y. (1994). Cross-training effectiveness and profitability. Int. J. Prod. 32 (12), 2843-2859. 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Transcript: Image heavy focusing on scare tactics used in current campaign Promote and highlight nationwide events Utilize user content Enhance the current "Not Even Once" Campaign National Focus Track and highlight events around country Funnel people to website by using site content Grow following Like Campaign Title Here Maintain interaction "How Would You Intervene?" 13 - 21 year old male and females Urban and suburban areas Focus on "realistic side effects" Pop culture references Why people use it What is it and what does it do? Where you get it? Is someone I know on meth? Rosetta Case Competition Overall Strategy Social Media Kelsey Bowers, Christine Demane, & Kate Schumacher Target Market Sample Ad Word Group PPC SEO Social Analytics Agenda Platforms What is it and what does it do? Search categories National focus Grow following Engage influential accounts Maintain Interaction Current events Fun facts and trivia Image and video heavy content Everything funnels to website Optimize content to encourage conversation between teens in all digital spaces Leverage current platforms and utilize other social spaces to maximize key words efficiency Drive more traffic to the national MethProject.org website Reposition to launch as a national campaign Key Words Used Across Platforms Focus on growing epidemic

Transcript: Issues at Hand SWOT Analysis Functional Organizational Structure Customize vs. Standardize Headquarters and Subsidiary Relationship Management Control over Operations Porter's 5 Forces Analysis Transnational Strategy Consistant Financial Reporting Procedures Increase Control over Chen Thank you for your attention! Levandary Cafe - "Quick Casual" Wholesome soups, salads and sandwiches & comfortable, friendly environment Founder and CEO: Howard Leventhal (1979-2011) New CEO: Mia Foster (2011-Present) Expansion into China Levandary China: Louis Chen 1. Background 2. Porter's 5 Forces Analysis 3. Issues at Hand 4. Analysis 5. Recommendation & Conclusion Background Recommendations Analysis Levendary Cafe: The China Challenge SWOT Analysis Overview Functional Organizational Structure

Transcript: Case Competition Team Perspectives BY JACOBO FREIRE, DAVID CAVADA, MONICA VALENZUELA, SIMON OLIVAS, NICKOLAUS NELSON, AND ALEXANDER NGUYEN Question 1a What theories of motivation underlie the switch to the new, computerized scheduling system? Answer Equity Theory Equity Theory New scheduling system rewards the highest performing salespeople with the best hours. Extrinsic Theory of Motivation Extrinsic Theory of Motivation The reward for performers were more hours Unequal opportunities between high and low performers Why are employees working harder? Why aren't they happier? Question 1b Answer Two-factor Theory Two-factor Hygiene factors not met: Pay Company policies Relationships Equity -Change of inputs to get different outcomes -Change of referents -Perceived injustice Equity Theory If you were Lisa Mahoney, what factors would you use to evaluate the trial period? Question 2a Would you stick this automated scheduling program? FACTORS Answer QUALITY QUALITY Analyze results of the trial period COST COST The cost of implementing the program EMPLOYEE SATISFACTION EMPLOYEE SATISFACTION Find out how they are feeling about the program PERFORMANCE OF THE PROGRAM PERFORMANCE It solved the sales problem But created new ones SCHEDULE SCHEDULE See how schedules have changed and how does it affect your workers Answer STICK IN THIS PROGRAM? NO, Montego Bay should create a different program Something in between before and after the trial What will you propose to Theresa? Question 2b Answer -Allow senior staff to keep long time shifts, couple them with younger high productive staff -Pair high performing and low performing salespeople together: -Aim to boost overall sales and motivate underperformers -Can help teach underperformers how to improve sales by observing -Focus on building team relationship rather than harmful competition between staff: -Try to build not destroy team dynamic -Offer individual sales-based incentives -Still offer recognition to highest performing employee (employee of the month) -Accommodate and listen to employee feedback on system shortcomings Customer Experience Question 3 Emotional Contagion Impact Negative Customer Experience Employees are harboring negative emotions showing their negative felt emotions in the presences of customers… Results in an unsatisfied customer Time spent at the store may decrease, declining sales Negative Positive Emotions In the situation where an employee is experiencing negative emotions, yet is deep acting in the presences of customers… experience will be enhanced as they were satisfied with service Positive Overview Overall Experience… In upscale clothing stores it is expected to have high customer service standards Consider reporting back to management both the positive and negative effects of a new computerized scheduling system has on customer experience In specific regards to customer experience, the managerial team should consider the following question How many resources and how much effort we, as a company, willing to invest to make our employees comfortable with possible investment?

Transcript: Irene's Dilemma Maurice Courtez Carrissa Rodrick Finanical Assumptions Strength Negotiate contract with new name "Comfort Inn Zurich" Raise the room rates by 20% 140 CHF to 170 CHF Run specials on weekends and during slow travel seasons Without merger -Increase in total revenue due to raise in prices, improvements to the hotel, and additional marketing efforts -Reach more customers through marketing, brand name recognition (utility), and online reservation system -Will gain more resoucres and training through the merger Initial increase in revenue - 20% due to price change because of perceived value of brand name Yearly increase in revenue - 4% Yearly increase in salaries - 3% All customers booked Choice Hotels reservation systems Perceived utility less than or equal to par Location: proximity to city No brand image No competitive advantage No business during vacation Weakness Patnerships with companies at the convention centers Emerging markets (Asian/Russian) Zurich = Swiss banking capital Yearly increase in revenue - 4% Yearly increase in salaries - 3% And one more thing... Continue with the merge of Airotel Rumlang and Choice Hotels Europe Thank you for your attention! Competition with branded hotels Swiss Air's bankruptcy could cause less travel Our Decison Conclusion Current price is attractive Sound proof windows Location: Proximity to airport and convention center Breakfast buffet Reasons Opportunities Threats With merger Recommendations Agenda Our Decision Industry and Trends Recommendations Financial Analysis SWOT Analysis is here

Transcript: Questions...? Viewership Expanded! Kevin Wu (Kevjumba) 2.8 million total YoutTube subscribers "Charity of the Month" -Donates his YouTube revenue to a different charity each month and promotes the cause Christina Ling Nicole Allain-Stockton Proposal: Donors Expand viewer base Expand awareness of: -One Global Economy & -One Global Economy's mission Make individual donations a significant portion of revenue Start a chain effect Methods Many influential individuals online Avid viewers Target audience that supports the cause Chain effect of blogging Bloggers' natural incentive to broadast the cause But what about ...? Videos are engaging Infuential vloggers reach large audiences YouTube tailors to non-profit Lack of individual donors Limited general awareness of the cause Social Media for One Global Economy (The Case Foundation) Leverage influential internet figures to promote One Global Economy's cause... Join YouTube Non-Profits Make short and engaging videos that offer insight into the company Reach out to influential "vloggers" to bring attention to the channel The Influence of Blogs... Examples: Derek Embry Brian Saslow Methods... Tip Social Media Predicted Outcomes So... What About ? 8% of Internet users keep a blog (~12 million American adults) 39% of Internet users read blogs (~57 million American adults) 90 % of bloggers say they have read someone else's blog Potential Donors 2 Free Social Media Tools: Alexa.com Compete.com Youtubers Ready to Help Youtube... Broadcast One Global Economy's mission to a larger target audience at a low cost Engage viewers with captivating web content to promote interest Problems Expand into the blogosphere - bethkanter.org - philanthropy.com - globalgiving.org - blog.yourcause.com - networkforgood.com Estimated Cost? Quinn Hu Goals Blogs -

Transcript: Yasemin Botas, Deanna DeVestern, Michelle Sanchez Supply Chain Sustainability Current State The number of disasters has increased by a factor of five over the 50-year period Shipping between Asia and the US have hit a new record, jumping 500% from this time last year Aftermath of Hurricane Ida kept about 12% of US oil production at a standstill Background The COVID Supply Problem The COVID Impact Manufacturing sites in countries in Asia were hard hit by COVID, causing them to shut down Transportation companies reduced schedules/workload Demand for certain goods dropped while demand in others increased (i.e. gym equipment, home office supplies) Additional backed up inventory stuck in warehouses/ports, causing shortage of shipping containers RESULT: Global supply chain shortages (I.e. chips for cars, etc.) Planning for Resiliency Planners need to be able to react to changes in demand and supply Issue: planners reliant on others to action their plan Plan Solutions Break down silo work environmental and encourage open communication with partners Use models and past data to improve BCP plan to include additional guidance on situations of crisis severe natural disasters oil/electricity shortage future epidemics Result: better able to respond to supply disruptions with partners prepared and adaptable to act Solution “If You Fail to Plan, You Are Planning to Fail” Supplier Impact Source Work with procurement to take on sustainable suppliers and provide incentives for sustainable goals J&J Commitment “35% of the program members engaged with their suppliers on climate change in 2018, up from 23% the year before” Survey participants mostly came from large companies. Small to medium size companies far less commit to sustainability. *Large companies need to foster smaller and lower tier suppliers in order to have aligned SCS goals. J&J Impact J&J 2020 Goal: Enroll suppliers covering 80% of our spend in our Supplier Sustainability Program. Not achieved due to COVID-19 impacts experienced by Johnson & Johnson and by our suppliers. (2020 Sustainability Report) Manufacturing Delays in access to our products International networks dependent on importations Upstream delays in receiving raw materials Specialty suppliers Unsustainable resource shortages Make Manufacturing Diversity BCP plan adaptation Localize manufacturing sites Resource sharing One source technology Cross train manufacturing sites to be able to produce other products Eliminate "single sourcing" Partner with multiple sustainable suppliers Use sustainable raw materials Diversity Delivering to our Customers Location of good or service Virtual marketplace Supply shortages Sustainable products and services Deliver "Freight transportation is a large contributor to air pollution." The transportation sector is responsible for: Over 50% of NOx total emissions inventory in the U.S. Over 30% of VOCs emissions in the U.S. Over 20% of PM emissions in the U.S. J&J Deliver Reliability Utilize a diverse localized network to lessen emissions Internal Transportation network Contingency Optimize inventory and supply chain demands across multiple channels Partner with Green companies Reliability Retailers and Sales Platforms Partner with sustainable companies that sell J&J product (Walmart, pharmacies, online commerce, etc.) Market - Sustainable packaging - Aggregating online orders - Encourage on site recycling - Proper waste management J&J Can Make a Difference - According to a recent survey of 19k global consumers, 60% are willing to change their shopping habits to reduce environmental impact - Important to market sustainable products at retailers to show that there are sustainable options for customers and that they can make a difference - Advertising campaigns for sustainability – Neutrogena wipes will switch to being made of plant based materials - J&J company store for employees: does not use plastic bags, but offers purchase of a reusable bag J&J Efforts Customer Needs Drive All Customers usage and needs should drive engineering of products for sustainability and ease of use Recyclable packaging Functionality Customers should be aware of how to dispose and recycle packaging and products properly Education Low-complexity Return program/Drop-Off Customer End State: Green Supply Chain Management GSCM can be defined as the integration of environmental management system into the supply chain process including collaboration with customers, suppliers, and logistics service providers to share information and knowledge with an aim to improve environmental performance. End State Global Impact Between 1988 and 2015, 100 companies were responsible for 71% of global GHG emissions End to End

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Brandeis Consulting Association (BCA) opened applications for their Annual Case Competition. It’s time to put your business skills to the test, pitch your ideas, and make friends and have fun while you are at it! This can be the most rewarding experience of your Brandeis International Business School journey.

October 19: Deadline to sign up for your teams/as an individual October 21: Case release date October 31: All presentation submissions November 5: Final round presentations

About BCA’s Case Competition

It is an academic competition, where students participate in a group of 2 to 4 people and compete with other teams to create the best solution to a business case study. Students utilize their teamwork, critical thinking, analytical and organizational skills to deduce a recommendation that they support in a presentation in front of judges or company sponsors. 

Why Participate 

Participating in a business-related case competition is one of the best ways to develop critical business and presentation skills, gain practical real-world industry experience, and network with experts and potential employers. During the course of the competition, you will learn new skills, build confidence, improve your resume and make friends. You can learn from, and grow with, your teammates and refine your collaboration and management competencies in a relatively low-stakes setting.

Things You Need To Do/Know

• Form a team or sign up individually and BCA will assign you a team
• Prepare to dedicate a reasonable amount of time for case analysis and presentation practice
• Teams will have 9 days to submit a PowerPoint presentation and executive summary
• Amendments or re-submissions are not allowed after the deadline has passed

Best Practices

When creating a team, choose diverse students to have different approaches to the case. Make a plan for the timeline, roles of different members in the team and schedule a working time. When working, question everything , so you have answers for the judges and this will help you think beyond the facts as well. And don’t forget – the value of an aesthetically compelling presentation cannot be overstated, so make your presentation beautiful.

Is There a “Right Answer” for a Case?

There are no right answers. There are multiple ways to look at a single problem and it can have multiple solutions. It is all about the thought process and how one addresses the case considering all aspects. Just know your numbers, come up with a solution that is actionable, and TELL A STORY. Storytelling can be a critical lever for standing out and connecting with your audience.

Pro tip: Be curious, think outside the box and make the most of this opportunity!

Please use this link to sign-up your team, or to be placed on a team by the BCA board members.

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