Question 1

What is the Interactive Case Competition?

Accepted Answer

The Interactive Case Competition, founded by media industry educator Craig Leddy, is the media & technology industry’s leading student case study contest and recruitment program, providing an opportunity for students to learn about the industry, get mentored by top executives, think innovatively about a timely challenge and get valuable visibility before executives and recruiters.

Question 2

What is the Fall 2024 Interactive Case Competition?

Accepted Answer

This fall top graduate student teams will help to close the Digital Divide by developing actionable promotion & engagement strategies to encourage broadband sign-ups. The case study task will combine data analytics, marketing and business skills. The competition begins in September and concludes with live online presentations November 16 before a Judges Panel of industry leaders who will award the winning team a $5000 prize. Students: Apply here

Question 3

Who is eligible?

Accepted Answer

The Interactive Case Competition is for graduate degree students from U.S. schools, primarily MBA candidates. Undergraduate students may join a graduate-led team. To join in recruitment activities, students must be eligible to work in the United States. See application for more eligibility criteria.

Question 4

Do you need to pay to be in the program?

Accepted Answer

No fees required -- registration is completely free and voluntary. This is completely a learning experience for you to get your feet wet in the media industry.

Question 5

Does this opportunity lead to internships and full-time job opportunities?

Accepted Answer

While we can’t guarantee you’ll get hired, our sponsor companies and supporting organizations are eager to attract new talent for internships and jobs. You’ll have the opportunity to network with individuals in the space and raise your visibility. While we can’t take full credit, we’re proud that nearly 50% of competition alumni now work in media & tech fields!

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