Current Full-Time MBA Students


Case CompetitionFAQ

 

What is a case competition?
A case competition is an event where student teams compete with one another to come up with the best solution to a business problem. Students are given the opportunity to prepare, analyze, and present recommendations for the case to a panel of judges, usually high-ranking business leaders. Most case competitions are intercollegiate events where Carlson students compete with students from other prestigious universities.

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Is there a registration fee?
Most case competitions have a registration fee. Check the registration materials for the competition(s) you are interested to learn more.

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Do I have to pay or does the MBA program pay for my travel expenses?
The Full-Time MBA program will reimburse you for a portion of travel expenses to select case competitions. Please visit this link  to see if your competition is reimbursable.

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When are case competitions scheduled?
Case competitions occur throughout the year. Please visit the case competition calendar for dates and registration deadlines.

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What is the reimbursement procedure?
We strive for openness in the reimbursement process, and therefore require you to communicate your intentions well in advance of the case competition. Please see our reimbursement policy and procedures for more information.

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