Business Pitch and Case Competitions

Case competitions challenge students to apply their classroom knowledge in a pressure-laden environment that develops problem-solving, time management, and communication skills through teamwork, all of which are crucial in today’s workplace.

Case competitions prepare students for success in job interviews, careers, and effective decision-making. Since 2012, more than 500 University of Vermont Grossman School of Business students have competed in case competitions spanning North America and Europe—from Vancouver and  Rotterdman, to Toronto and Guadalajara.  

Case Competitions Abroad

During the 2023-2024 academic year, GSB sent teams to 7 case competitions. A total of 26 students competed. 

Notable Accolades

  • EngComm: 3rd Place
  • ICBC: 3rd Place
    • Final Top Round Presenters, Digital Strategy Division: Andrew Horvat, Patrick Towne
  • ICBC: Final Round Participation
  • BMCC: 4th Place
  • JMUCC: Best Coach of the Year
    • Marie-France Nelson
  • RO/CA: 1st place

Case Competitions at the Grossman School of Business

SG-FECC 2024 graduate first place winners

Schlesinger Global Family Enterprise Case Competition

The annual Schlesinger Global Family Enterprise Case Competition (SG-FECC) prepares participants to understand the critical issues that are unique to family enterprise by applying the knowledge and expertise they have developed in the classroom towards solving complex family business cases.
UVM Business Pitch Competition 2023

UVM Business Pitch Competition

This competition challenges students to present their business ideas and concepts to a panel of judges. UVM students who have innovative and impactful plans to start and grow either a business or a mission-driven organization are invited to apply.
Grossman Dean's Cup First Place Team 2025

Grossman Dean's Cup

The Grossman Dean's Cup (GDC) is Grossman School of Business's (GSB) very own case competition that is open to all University of Vermont (UVM) undergraduate students. It provides the opportunity for UVM students to take on the role of a consultant and solve real-world business challenges.