REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS
Course Title
BUS 700 Business Research (Capstone) – Fall 2021
Collaboration Overview
This is a practical, research-oriented course for MBA students to work on a real business problem using a "Live Case" methodology for the duration of the semester under faculty mentor(s). The primary method of instruction is project-based experiential learning as students collaborate in a hands-on engagement (i.e. “internship”) to address business problems with a functioning, off-campus "Host Company" in the marketplace. Students will conduct independent and collaborative research as part of a Student Consulting Team to address the business problem(s) presented to them by the Host Company to develop real solutions to real-world challenges. This engagement format directly relates to key learning objectives of the course.
Timeline & Next Steps
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June 25, 2021
Collaboration request published. Industry Partners may express interest in participating.
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June 25, 2021
Educators will begin interviewing interested Industry Partners to discuss project ideas.
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June 25, 2021
Final date for Industry Partners to express interest in participating.
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June 25, 2021
Educators and Industry Partners finalize project charters, legal documents, and background materials.
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August 31, 2021
OFFICIAL PROJECT LAUNCH: We’ll find a time on this day to web conference you into our class to kickoff the project.
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December 7, 2021
OFFICIAL PROJECT END: We’ll find a time on this day to web conference you into our class to close the project.
Project Inspiration
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Academic Mentors
Academic Program Details
School | Washington University of Virginia |
Course | BUS 700 Business Research (Capstone) – Fall 2021 |
Graduate / Undergraduate |
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Students Enrolled | 30 |
Student Time Commitment | 4-7 Hours |
Class Meeting Day & Time* | Tuesdays, 2:20pm - 4:50pm |
*Note: Company, faculty, and students will finalize meeting and communication schedule after collaboration is finalized
Collaboration Requirements
Requested Industries | Accounting & Legal, Aerospace & Defense, Agriculture & Forestry, Arts, Entertainment & Recreation, Biotech & Pharmaceuticals, Business Services, Construction, Repair & Maintenance, Consumer Services, Education, Finance, Government, Health Care, Information Technology, Insurance, Manufacturing, Media, Mining & Metals, Non-Profit, Oil, Gas, Energy & Utilities, Real Estate, Restaurants, Bars & Food Services, Retail, Telecommunications, Transportation & Logistics, Travel & Tourism |
Requested Company Size |
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Duration | 14 Weeks (08/31/2021 - 12/07/2021) |
Location |
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Company Time Commitment | 3-5 Hours per week of mentoring, answering key questions, and providing access to helpful resources |
Project Count | 2 |