Case Competitions and Entrepreneurship

BCom Case Competition 2019

The BCom Case Competition is a campus based competition designed to complement the International Case Competition program, providing a greater number of students the opportunity to participate and develop case competition skills.

It offers an opportunity for you to test your business case solving skills, receive training from and network with corporate sponsors and get hands-on experience as a management consultant. Plus the opportunity to win amazing prizes including a share in $5,000 cash, guaranteed interview for the International Case Competition program, and a guaranteed interview for SPP's graduate/internship program.

We invite you to join us at the 2019 finals, to watch the top three teams present. This year we had 106 teams and over 420 students register, with 15 teams progressing to the preliminary rounds. There will be light refreshments prior to the final presentations, with an opportunity to meet our sponsors and students.

When: Monday 26 August, 2019

Time: 6.00-8.30pm

Where: Level 1, Melbourne Law School

Who can apply?

Teams consist of four students enrolled in the Bachelor of Commerce, 2nd year and above including Honours.
Click here for the Rules and Regulations
How do I apply?

1. Ensure you have your team of four ready
APPLY NOW
Key dates for 2019
- Monday 22 July: Online applications open at 9am
- Thursday 01 August: Information Session 1 (including optional team mixer), 12pm-1:30pm
- Tuesday 06 August: Information Session 2 (including optional team mixer), 12pm-1:30pm
- Sunday 11 August: Online applications close at 11:59pm
- Monday 12 August: Launch Case Workshop for all registered participants, 6:30pm-7:30pm. First Case released.
- Monday 19 August: First Case submission deadline at 9am sharp
- Wednesday 21 August: First Case results communicated
- Friday 23 August: Crack The Case Workshop for top 15 teams, 6pm - 8pm. Second Case released.
- Saturday 24 & Sunday 25 August: Second Case preparation and mentoring from International Case Competition alumni
- Monday 26 August: Case Competition Day (Preliminary and Final Rounds), 1pm - 8:30pm
Click ‘interested’ on the Facebook event and you will be kept up-to-date will all event details!
Information Sessions

Missed out on the Information Session? Click here to get access to the slides.
Information Session 1
Date: Thursday, 1 August
Time: 12:00pm - 1:30pm
Place: The Spot, Level 1 Theatre, 1022
Register your spot now at: http://go.unimelb.edu.au/td8r
Information Session 2
Date: Tuesday, 6 August
Time: 12:00pm - 1:30pm
Place: The Spot 5.007
Register your place now at: http://go.unimelb.edu.au/dd8r

Thanks to our BComp Sponsors

International Case Competitions 2020

The Faculty of Business and Economics attends some of the best International Case Competitions in the world. We have sent students to dozens of exciting destinations for almost two decades, and next year it could be you!

Destinations for 2019 included Auckland, Los Angeles, Segovia, Montreal and Seattle.

Read about previous student experiences in the FBE Newsroom.

Who Can Apply?
To be eligible to apply, you must:
- Be a current BCom student; and
- Have completed at least 75 credit points by the end of 2019; and
- Have at least 25 credit points remaining in your degree (including Honours) in Semester 1, 2020.
You MUST be available on Wednesday evenings and weekends for training from 23 November until the date of the competition that you are selected for.
How Do I Apply?
1. Online applications open on Friday 30 August and must be submitted online by midnight on Tuesday 24 September.
2. All applications will be assessed by a panel of academics and International Case Competition alumni.
3. Results of the selection round will be communicated via email by Tuesday 1 October.
4. Interviews will take place on Friday 18 October. You must be available all day, as interview times will be randomly allocated.
Selection Process
Please note that you need only submit one application form to be considered for all competitions. If successful in your application and interview, you will be placed in a team designed for one specific competition/destination according to your team's strengths.
To complete your application, you will need to prepare in advance:
1. Your resume - the file name should be: FamilyName_FirstName_StudentID_resume.pdf
2. A current photo (face) - the file name should be: FamilyName_FirstName_StudentID_photo.jpeg
3. A statement of your results from my.unimelb - the file name should be: FamilyName_FirstName_StudentID_results.pdf
4. A response to the following statements (maximum 250 words each):
  - Describe the personal attributes and skill set that you will bring to an international case competition team
  - Describe the personal attributes and skill sets you feel would be needed in your team to complement your own
Note: If shortlisted or selected to compete in an International Case Competition, you must be available for the following period:
- Interview day - Friday 18 October
- Orientation Day - Saturday 23 November
- A three-month training program on Wednesdays (from 6pm), Saturdays and Sundays over the summer vacation, commencing on Sunday 24 November (except the University holiday period; 20 December - 3 January)
Costs & Payments

All accommodation for every competition is paid for by the Faculty of Business and Economics. Participating students also receive a bursary which covers the cost of flights and sundries.

UniMelb StartUp 2019

Pitch your winning online business idea at this year’s UniMelb StartUp Pitch Competition for a chance to win some amazing prizes and receive feedback that could help turn your idea into reality! This program is as much a competition as it is a learning experience. Whether or not you have a start-up idea in mind, we encourage all students across the University to take part in at least the first stage of the competition.

This year's competition is proudly supported and sponsored by entrepreneurship experts from the Faculty of Business and Economics, Melbourne Business School, Wade Institute of Entrepreneurship and Academy Xi.

Competition Structure and Key Dates
Monday15 July
Expressions of Interest Open
Thursday15 August
5.30pm to 7.30pm
Mixer Event #1
Hear from inspiring entrepreneurs and meet like-minded individuals at Mixer Events - it's a great place to meet others to form a team or even join a team that is looking for someone with your unique skills! Multi-disciplinary teams are seen as an advantage so try to create your very own 'super-team'!
Wednesday21 August
5.30pm to 7.30pm
Mixer Event #2
This is a repeat session. You can choose to attend one or both Mixer Events.
Tuesday27 August
4.00pm to 6.00pm
Primer Workshop
Learn about competition expectations as well as tools and techniques you can use to define your idea.
Saturday7 September
10.00am to 5.00pm
UniMelb StartUp Bootcamp - Day 1
Refine your business idea at this hands-on and interactive bootcamp. Continued on Day 2 - attendance at both days is required. All meals provided.
Sunday8 September
10.00am to 5.00pm
UniMelb StartUp Bootcamp - Day 2
Continuation of Day 1. All meals provided.
Monday9 September
11.59pm
Team Registrations Due
To progress to the preliminary round of the competition all teams must be registered by this date. You can have between 2 to 4 team members in your team.
Monday16September
5.30pm to 7.30pm
Mentor Drop-in Session #1
Receive guidance and support from experienced entrepreneurs to refine your team's business idea.
Tuesday24September
5.30pm to 7.30pm
Mentor Drop-in Session #2
This is a repeat session. You can choose to attend one or both Mentor Drop-in Sessions.
Wednesday2 October
11.59pm
Video Pitch Due
Submit your video pitch for assessment by a panel of judges. 10 teams will be selected to progress to the final round.
Thursday10 October
5.00pm
Finalists notified
Submit your video pitch for assessment by a panel of judges. 10 teams will be selected to progress to the final round.
Monday14 October
Consultations with mentor
Finalists will be provided access to a senior mentor to prepare for their final pitch. By appointment between Monday, 14 to Friday, 18 October.
Wednesday23 October
5.30pm to 9.30pm
Final Round Pitch Presentations
Finalists to present their final pitch to a panel of entrepreneurs and investor. University of Melbourne students, staff and the general public (including family and friends) are invited to attend to watch.
Competition Handbook
Please refer to the Competition Handbook to learn more about:
- Pitch presentation requirements
- Judging criteria
- Competition terms and conditions (including matters pertaining to intellectual property)
- General tips and guidance
Prizes
The top three winning teams will receive:
- First place: $5,000 AUD prize money per team; and $600 Academy Xi course credits per team member
- Second place: $3,000 AUD prize money per team; and $400 Academy Xi course credits per team member
- Third place: $2,000 AUD prize money per team; and $200 Academy Xi course credits per team member
How to Participate
The UniMelb StartUp Pitch Competition is open to current University of Melbourne students across all degree levels and disciplines. Participation is free and you may register to participate as an individual if you do not already have a team. Mixer events and workshops have been designed to facilitate team formation and we expect your attendance at these sessions. To progress to the preliminary round you must register your team no later than Monday, 9 September. Follow the steps below to start your registration for this year's competition:
1. Read Handbook
  Please read the 2019 UniMelb StartUp Pitch Competition Handbook to understand competition obligations, key dates and terms and conditions.
  Read Handbook
2. Submit Expressions of Interest
  Complete the Expressions of Interest Registration form. Pre-existing teams should complete this form as individuals.
  Register
3. Register for Mixer Events
  Hear from inspiring entrepreneurs and meet others to form teams or add talent to your team. You can register for one or both sessions, light refreshments provided.
  Register
4. Register for the Primer Workshop
  All participants are encouraged to attend this workshop to learn about competition expectations as well as tools and techniques you can use to define your idea. Delivered by entrepreneurship expert, Dr Adam Bumpus.
  Register
5. Register for UniMelb StartUp Bootcamp
  Bring yourself and your idea to this bootcamp which has been designed to refine your business idea through hands-on and interactive activities. The bootcamp also includes a session on storyboarding and developing a video pitch presentation. Delivered by entrepreneurship expert, Dr Adam Bumpus, all meals provided.
  Register
6. Register your team
  Qualify for the video pitch presentation preliminary round by registering your team. Registrations open from 21 August to 9 September.
  Register Team
7. Sign-up for Mentor Drop-In Sessions
  Receive guidance from experienced entrepreneurs to refine your team's pitch presentation. Two sessions available, you can sign-up for one or both sessions. Registrations open from 9 to 15 September.
8. Submit your video pitch
  Instructions will be provided via email to all registered teams.
9. Sign-up for the Finals Event
  Watch our top 10 teams compete for a spot in the top three! Students, staff and members of the general public are welcome to attend. Registrations open from 9 September to 23 October.

Case Competitions and Entrepreneurship