Are you experiencing a finance, marketing, operation or HR related challenge in your current business processes? Consult with graduate level MBA students completing this capstone level course at The University of Canada West. The course has a strong analytical, applied, and experiential orientation. Students work in groups of 4-5 to focus on a challenge/opportunity for the business. The students' process - and ultimate deliverable will include a current analysis of the business, problem or opportunity identification, research (as applicable), recommended solutions/strategy with implementation plan, budget and finally, risk identification and mitigation strategies (again, as applicable). The project can be for a Canadian business of any size, however enterprises run by solo-preneurs would probably not provide the necessary scope.

This experience is designed for MBA students in their final course, where they have honed their skills in strategic analysis, decision-making, and business planning. Learners are equipped to apply their comprehensive understanding of business strategy to real-world projects, developing strategic plans that align with organizational goals. By engaging with industry professionals, students can bridge the gap between academic theory and practical application, delivering actionable insights and strategic recommendations.

Tap on UCW's MBA expertise this semester! Our dynamic teams of 5 to 6 students are poised to harness their marketing knowledge to drive your organization forward. Whether it's seizing a new opportunity, crafting a strategic marketing plan, or tackling a current challenge, our students are armed with cutting-edge research, innovative strategies, and digital marketing tools to deliver a comprehensive report and presentation.

This semester students work on a detailed Integrated marketing communications (IMC) plan. They will critically analyze the current environment, company's strengths and weaknesses and a section on how to improve the company's promotional stance or solve a current marketing communication challenge. They will try to develop a Marketing promotional Plan to drive online traffic, customer leads and/or online sales. The students will use marketing research (secondary), strategy, digital promotional tools and marketing best practices to create a report and presentation. They will work in groups of 5 to 7 students but there is a chance to keep groups flexible.