Experiential Learning : Case Competitions

Strategic thinking, analytical skills, and presentation ability — three takeaways you’ll develop if you choose to take on the challenge of case competitions. The Eller College actively participates in three case competitions and we encourage our MBAs to take part in others as well.
 

Intel Case Competition — Business in Action

This annual event is an integral part of experiential learning for first-year Eller MBAs. Intel has graciously sponsored the competition for first-year students; it provides an opportunity to collaborate with fellow MBAs to address a complex business case.

Students have the chance to combine their business knowledge, analytical skills, and teambuilding abilities in an environment that is both collegial and competitive. Cash awards to first and second place teams total $2,000.

Along with the competition, executive mentoring opportunities are available. Students receive valuable insight into their professional goals and learn about Intel internship and career opportunities.
 

Honeywell Growth Challenge

Invited with MIT, Carnegie Melon, and Arizona State University to launch the Honeywell Growth Challenge in 2003, Eller MBAs return annually to this technology transfer business plans competition in which developing aerospace engineering technologies are assessed for market feasibility.

The two-tier, team-based competition tasks students with feasibility analysis and business plan development, giving MBAs access to Honeywell engineers and managers as they prepare to present their work to company executives.

Teams compete first locally and then against other participating institutions, with the winners awarded a $50,000 cash prize and $100,000 for their school. Eller MBAs won the $150,000 prize last year.
 

Motorola International Tech Strategy Competition

Founded in 2006, this strategy competition is the first of its kind, bringing together the world's best business schools with technology acumen to compete head-to-head on a strategy-oriented technology-based business case. Team members get 24 hours to address a particular business problem. Participation is by invitation only and is hosted by Boston University School of Management. The top three teams share $45,000 in prize money.