What is PwC Case Competition?

The Challenge case competition models real-world business scenarios focusing on the strategic issues currently being faced by companies all over the world. It is open to all freshmen and sophomores (and juniors in a 5 year program) and does not require detailed knowledge of business concepts or accounting.

What is the PwC challenge?

PwC launched Challenge (formerly the xTREME Games) in 2002 to increase students’ exposure to professional services and the world of public accounting. Challenge cases address real business issues requiring students to be critical thinkers, collaborative team members and persuasive business advisors.

What is an accounting case competition?

The case studies used in the competition are based on realistic accounting, finance and business issues. Each competing team works together to identify issues and develop a research plan, develop a solution, and prepare a presentation regarding their case.

What is a case study competition?

A case competition is an event where contestants compete to create the best solution to a business case study within the rules and guidelines set out by the organizer. Cases may be designed for individuals or teams, and contestants have to submit their work for judging by a panel.

Where do you put case competition on a resume?

A case competition certificate is best put in the certificates/awards section on a resume. Keep it brief, and include the level of achievement and the date. If you have very little practical experience, you could include it in the experience section instead.

How do you win a case study?

Six Strategies for Winning Case Competitions

  1. Make it human-centered. Get out there and talk to people!
  2. Keep it laser-focused. When solving an innovation challenge, there are typically a number of exciting possible solutions.
  3. Make it beautiful.
  4. Know your numbers.
  5. Make it actionable.
  6. Tell a story.

Are case competitions good for resume?

Participation in a Case Competition is a great thing to include on a resume for undergraduates or very recent graduates. The experience is of a higher caliber than that of their peers, which helps it stand out. Once professional experience has been gained, this experience should be removed.