Accelerated MBA Consulting Co-Op (Summer 2023)

Program Overview
Program Title Accelerated MBA Consulting Co-Op (Summer 2023)
Organization Montclair State University
Student Application Link https://montclair.capsource.app/program/accelerated-mba-consulting-co-op-summer-2023/rfp
# of Students Enrolled
8
# of Projects Running
4 Project/s Added (of 1 Project Expected)

Program Timeline

Project Duration

Start Date: 05/16/23      End Date: 08/24/23

3 months

Collaboration Overview
About Students

Montclair State University is searching for companies interested in participating in a 12-week Spring MBA Consulting Project with four high-performing students.  Students will report directly to you and receive mentorship from dedicated faculty throughout the program. 
Students are ultimately interested in working on projects related to product development, market research, growth strategy, marketing, analytics, and financial planning and analysis. 

Student Level:  

Student Time Commitment:   Full Time

Team Structure:   1 - 8

Program Goals
The Montclair State University Spring MBA Consulting Project offers high-performing students a 12-week opportunity to apply their MBA skills in a real-world business environment. Students will work directly with participating companies and receive mentorship from dedicated faculty throughout the program. The project focuses on learning objectives such as practical application of MBA skills in areas like product development, market research, growth strategy, marketing, analytics, and financial planning and analysis. Additionally, students will develop professional communication and collaboration skills, critical thinking and problem-solving abilities, project management and time management skills, and learn about professional ethics and integrity in a business setting. They will also receive mentorship and guidance from experienced professionals. Overall, this project provides students with a valuable experiential learning opportunity to enhance their consulting skills, business acumen, and professionalism while delivering value to the participating companies through their project work.
Format Structure

Multiple Projects Multiple Teams

Format Title Multiple Projects Multiple Teams
Format Description
Benefits For Industry Partners
Project Modality Fully Remote
Industry Partner Requirements to Participate
Project Topics Corporate Social Responsibility Customer Service & Account Management Growth Strategy Marketing Organizational Culture Product Design & Development Reporting, Financial Planning & Analysis Sales & Business Development
Target Industries Arts & Recreation Consumer Services Fashion & Apparel Manufacturing Non-Profit Real Estate Restaurants, Bars & Food Services Sports & Entertainment Travel & Tourism
Skills & Expertise Communications Management Consulting Market Research Product Reviews Technical Web Conferencing
Location Information & Preferences

Local (within 30 miles) Located Anywhere Regional (within 90 miles)

Sponsorship

No Sponsorship Required

Compensation

Following compensation will be offered to the students:

Exactly $0.0 per hour

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.

Apr 24 2023, 04:08.37 PM
Interview

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

Apr 26 2023, 04:08.37 PM
Proposal Application Deadline

 Final date for Industry Partners to express interest in participating. 

May 16 2023, 04:08.00 PM
Finalize Project Charter

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

May 19 2023, 04:08.00 PM
Official Program Launch

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

May 24 2023, 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.

Aug 24 2023, 12:00.00 AM

Program Timeline

Touchpoints & Assignments Date Type

Program Kickoff

05/24/2023 Event

Projects

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Project Organization Topics
Gold & Green Valio USA Inc. Corporate Social Responsibility Growth Strategy Marketing Product Design & Development
Hospice Foundation "Next Generation" Donor Acquisition Strategy Center for Hospice Care Growth Strategy Marketing Sales & Business Development
Iconically Summer Pilot Iconically Corporate Social Responsibility Customer Service & Account Management Growth Strategy Marketing Organizational Culture Product Design & Development Reporting, Financial Planning & Analysis Sales & Business Development