Duke Career Center Case Competition

The Duke Career Center Case Competition’s registration opening date is Tuesday, October 1, 2024.

Registration will close on Tuesday, January 7, 2025.

To register, Click here!  

1. Application Deadline: January 7th, 2025
2. Orientation Kick Off: January 17, 2025
3. Project Development Period: January 18th – January 31st, 2025
4. Paper Submission: January 31st, 2025 Paper Submission
5. Submission Review and Finalist Selection: February 1st – 3rd, 2025
6. Presentation Submission: February 6th, 2025
7. Finalist Pitch Period: February 7, 2025

• No experience? No problem!
  • We ask that one member of each team have some experience with casing whether professional or self-taught. There’s still time to consider attending the “Case Interview Intensive Workshop” offered by Case Questions. Register on Handshake. 

• You can enter alone or as a pair. We will help form complete teams and will work to ensure one member of each team has prior casing experience, if possible.

• Topics will prioritize financial analysis and modeling.

• As a participant in this competition, you will receive a complimentary resume review and an invitation to connect with a Career Center Advisor before the competition begins.

• Registered teams will receive a Case Competition Guidebook and Folder, which includes:
  • Important Dates and Deadlines
  • Competition Guidebook
  • Contact Information for Additional Questions
  • Competition Rubric
  • Additional Resources for Support

Up to three students per team – at least one student should have prior experience completing a practice case study.

1. All students interested in applying must submit a short interest statement.

2. If you are applying as part of a team, please include your team members’ names during the registration process.

3. You can enter as an individual or a team of two. If needed, we will help fill any missing team members.

4. Updated Resume with demonstrated experience*

* We ask that one member of each team have some experience with casing whether professional or self-taught. Consider registering for the “Case Interview Intensive Workshop” offered by Case Questions to help with preparation.

• Orientation Kick-Off Session (All Teams in attendance) 

• Two Weeks of Project Development  
  Teams of 3 students work on a case centered on a company’s acquisition. Students will receive a project scope document and have access to free resources and PowerPoint materials such as financial analysis and modeling presentations. 

• Virtual Q&A Sessions (Offered once weekly)  
  2 sessions will be hosted virtually by members of AspinRock’s team. Offered each Friday afternoon (12-1 PM). These sessions will be recorded for students unable to attend. 

• Finalist Pitch Period 
  Finalists will present their cases to a panel of judges on February 7, 2025. Winning teams will be selected (1st to 3rd place). 

Participating in a Case Competition can be a great value add to your resume to communicate the skill set and expertise you gain from the experience. See below for an example of how you might include it in your resume and additional resources. 

Duke Career Center Case Competition, [Participant/Finalist/First Place Finisher] February 2025

• Led a team of ____ to secure ____ place among ______ other participating teams, demonstrating strong leadership, problem solving, teamwork and strategic thinking abilities.
• Developed a business solution for a real-world, financial problem [describe problem and solution] that was implemented by the case company, resulting in ____________. [outcome, impact]
• Collaborated effectively within the team, facilitating _______ hours of brainstorming sessions, showcasing excellent team-building and problem-solving skills.
• Presented final presentation to panel of judges outlining _________ [thesis statement, deliverables, growth]
  
  *Personalize these bullets to fit your personal experience and case. 
  *This can be included in an awards or experience section. 
  *Utilize the following links for additional examples. 

Resources: 

Case Competition on Your Resume

Teamwork Skills