Accelerated MBA Consulting Co-Op (Spring 2025)

Program Overview
Program Title Accelerated MBA Consulting Co-Op (Spring 2025)
Organization Montclair State University
Student Application Link https://montclair.capsource.app/program/accelerated-mba-consulting-co-op-spring-2025/rfp
# of Students Enrolled
0
# of Projects Running
11 Project/s Added (of 2 Projects Expected)

Program Timeline

Project Duration

Start Date: 01/21/25      End Date: 05/09/25

4 months

Collaboration Overview
About Students

Montclair State University invites companies to partner with a dedicated team of four high-performing MBA students in a 14-week Spring Consulting Project. These students bring a wealth of knowledge, technical expertise, and strategic thinking, having been carefully selected for their ability to address real-world business challenges. Working under the mentorship of experienced faculty, they will directly engage with your organization, offering innovative solutions tailored to your needs.

Student Level:   Graduate Degree

Student Time Commitment:   Full Time

Team Structure:   2 - 5

Program Goals
This collaboration is designed to tackle critical business challenges while providing students with hands-on experience in:

  • Product Development: Crafting innovative offerings to meet market demands.
  • Market Research: Uncovering valuable insights to inform strategy.
  • Growth Strategy: Identifying opportunities for expansion and competitive advantage.
  • Marketing and Analytics: Leveraging data-driven approaches to optimize campaigns and initiatives.
  • Financial Planning and Analysis: Delivering actionable recommendations to enhance fiscal performance.
By participating, your organization will benefit from fresh perspectives, actionable insights, and a direct connection to future business leaders. This partnership is a low-commitment, high-reward opportunity to gain quality deliverables while helping shape the next generation of industry professionals.
Format Structure

Multiple Projects Multiple Teams

Format Title Co Op
Format Description
Academic project designed to develop and expose talent through immersive work-like experience.
Benefits For Industry Partners
Project Modality Fully Remote
Industry Partner Requirements to Participate
Project Topics Data Management Digital Marketing Entrepreneurship Growth Strategy Market Research Marketing Operations Organizational Culture PR & Communications Product Design & Development Purchasing, Logistics, Supply Chain Reporting, Financial Planning & Analysis Research & Development Research, Analysis, Evaluation Sales & Business Development Strategic Planning
Target Industries Aerospace & Defense Agriculture & Farming Arts & Recreation Biotech & Pharmaceuticals Computers & Hardware Construction, Repair & Maitenance Consumer Services Education Energy & Utilities Fashion & Apparel Finance Food & Beverage Government Health Care Insurance Manufacturing Media Natural Resources Non-Profit Professional Services Public Works Real Estate Restaurants, Bars & Food Services Retail Semiconductor Software & IT Sports & Entertainment Telecommunications Transportation & Logistics Travel & Tourism
Skills & Expertise
Location Information & Preferences

Local (within 30 miles)

This project can be completed remotely, but if organizations are regional we welcome opportunities for in-person networking and/or presentations if possible!

Sponsorship

No Sponsorship Required

Compensation

Following compensation will be offered to the students:

Other Requirements
Expected Time Commitment For Project Managers 2 Hours per week
Key Program Dates Due Date
Request for Proposal published

Collaboration request published. Industry Partners may express interest in participating.

Oct 18 2023, 03:40.18 PM
Interview

Educators will begin interviewing interested Industry Partners to discuss project ideas.

Oct 26 2023, 03:40.18 PM
Proposal Application Deadline

Final date for Industry Partners to express interest in participating.

Dec 19 2023, 03:40.18 PM
Finalize Project Charter

Educators and Industry Partners finalize project charters, legal documents, and background materials.

Dec 28 2023, 03:40.18 PM
Official Program Launch

We’ll find a time on this day for you to meet with the students to kick off your project.

Jan 15 2024, 12:00.00 AM
Official Program End

We’ll find a time on this day for you to meet with the students to wrap up your project.

May 03 2024, 12:00.00 AM

Program Timeline

Touchpoints & Assignments Date Type

Program Kickoff

01/15/2024 Event

Projects

Filters
Project Organization Topics
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"Strategizing MeaVana’s Entry into the Education Sector: Higher Education and K-12 Institutions" MeaVana Entrepreneurship Growth Strategy Market Research Marketing

Teams

Team Name  Project Name  Team Members 
No Teams Available