CCC2025: Year 7
about the competition
our vision for 2o25
Carolina Case Challenge has grown a lot in 7 years. In this time, it’s also represented a passion for learning, innovation, and growth among students, professionals, and the community alike. This year, we’re focusing more than ever on our people and the connections between us – and we invite you to join us.
CCC2025 will be full of opportunities for students and sponsors to interact as teams in an academic environment, peers in a professional environment, and companions in the spirit of friendly competition. Participants will have opportunities to meet others from across the country and build a support network that goes beyond these 3 days and friendships that last a lifetime.
We look forward to seeing you soon!
Pictured: Students and judges listening to a finalist presentation during CCC2024.
Learn about the competition format & Apply Below!
“An absolutely phenomenal experience. We feel we have received so much support from the students, advisors, and sponsors here!”
“This was truly one of my favorite experiences in college and I am so grateful I got the opportunity to participate.
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“We were very impressed by what we saw in the students here today... they delivered a wide range of creative ideas and really well thought out presentations
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Pictured: Students attending a networking session with the case sponsor at CCC2024.
CCC2025 Format and Competition Details
COMPETITION FORMAT
Thursday, April 3rd: All teams will assemble at Kenan-Flagler Business School for a social event and introduction to competition guidelines.
Friday, April 4th: Teams meet at Kenan-Flagler Business School early morning and the case is released from the client company. Teams spend the day working on developing their business solutions and then finish the day with a networking dinner where they will meet with representatives from all sponsor companies (including the case sponsor (name released on 4/4), Accenture, and Alphasights).
Saturday, April 5th: Teams are assigned to a presentation time slot and present their business solutions to a team of judges representing all sponsoring companies. Finalists will be chosen and present a 2nd time to a panel of judges. All non-finalist teams will observe. Three winning teams will be chosen to end this exciting event! This day also includes a full awards lunch with sponsor company representatives.
*Students will also have the opportunity to have informal breaks and meetings throughout the weekend with peers or sponsor company representatives.
WINNERS & PRIZES
1st, 2nd, and 3rd place teams in the main competition will receive shares of an overall $1500 cash prize. All cash prizes are distributed within two weeks post-competition and evenly distributed amongst each member on the team.
LOCATION & DATES
All events and programing associated with CCC2025 will be held in-person in Chapel Hill, NC and at the Kenan-Flagler Business School from April 3rd-April 5th. Participating teams are responsible for all expenses associated with travel and lodging.
Official Application, rulebook, and rubric
All applications must be submitted by 5:00pm EST on 2/10/25, and teams will be selected based off the quality of application materials by the Executive Committee and Kenan-Flagler representatives. Selected teams will be notified on 2/19/25.
FAQ
Below we answer logistical and specific questions potential participants may have. Please reach out to our team at ccc@kenan-flagler.unc.edu for any additional information.
Is my school/team eligible for the competition?
CCC is open to undergraduates from any accredited college or university. Teams may have a maximum of one “senior” (students in their last year of undergrad), but there are no other restrictions on who may be considered to compete.
Are there any fees to participate in CCC?
No, there is no fee to participate, though it is participants’ responsibility to ensure they are present for the competition and cover any associated costs such as travel and lodging.
Can multiple teams from the same university/organization compete?
Yes! We evaluate team applications on the merit of the individuals, not on whether they are all part of the same student organization or institution, and multiple teams from the same school are welcome to compete.
Does CCC cover transportation and lodging costs?
No, transportation and hotels are the financial responsibility of the participating universities and/or students. We will provide a list of the hotel options nearby for selected teams, and public transportation once you are in Chapel Hill is very accessible. CCC does provide all meals and other perks during the events to make your time here as enjoyable as can be. We recommend students reach out to their university departments to discover if funds are available to support their application.
How will Accenture and AlphaSights be involved?
Accenture and AlphaSights have generously agreed to co-sponsor our event which will entail them being present as our judges. Along with this, participants will have an opportunity to meet our Accenture and AlphaSights reps during our networking dinner in addition to other times throughout the competition.
