The Telfer School of Management at the University of Ottawa, in partnership with Farm Credit Canada (FCC), Export Development Canada (EDC) and Deloitte present the 9th Annual MBA Diversity & Inclusion Case Challenge.
At Telfer, we are committed to stimulate a conversation about diversity and inclusion that creates real change. Our annual D & I Case competition is designed as a thought leadership challenge, where future business leaders create innovative solutions to solve critical challenges in the interlinked areas of inclusion, diversity and sustainability. By participating in this challenge, you will embark on a journey of transformation and connect deeply with others as leaders and future leaders, learn new ways of doing business, network, collaborate, and share insights for driving real impact and change.
Case Challenge Theme: How can Canadian agriculture overcome the acute challenge of labor shortage by becoming a more inclusive industry? Consider how to include the perspectives and needs of indigenous community and reconciliation, environmental sustainability, digital/technological innovation and scaling and exporting opportunities in your solution.
MBA teams consisting of 4 members per team from different Canadian Universities. The teams can begin to familiarize themselves with the resources we have curated for you (see link below).
Case Launch
The case will be released to all teams on February 7th, 2025. You may begin your research and strategizing at that point. You will have an optional opportunity to submit an executive summary one week later to receive feedback on your preliminary thinking from our expert mentors, a week before you arrive at the competition.
Competition Weekend
Compete live in-person against your fellow competitors in Ottawa on March 1st, 2025. Network with leading organizations and fellow competitors, and enjoy an opportunity to experience some Indigenous food and culture firsthand!
This case challenge gave me the opportunity to not only refine my critical thinking and presentation skills, but it also allowed me to have a great time connecting and learning from like-minded individuals.
Eddie Edward
University of Alberta
A True Challenge for Better Canada.
Winatcha Hart
University of Alberta
Taking part in Telfer’s MBA Diversity & Inclusion Case Challenge was one the most rewarding and exhilarating learning experiences. Not only were we given the opportunity to address real D&I issues faced in today’s workplace, but we also had the chance to meet leaders from various organizations and hear from experts working in this field to make a difference.
Anusan Anandan
Human Capital Consultant at Deloitte
Prizes
1st
place
$5,000
2nd
place
$3,000
3rd
place
$2,000
Event schedule
Live in-person Competition Schedule in Ottawa, Ontario
Date
Event
Location
February 3rd
Case challenge released to teams
February 10th
Executive summary submission (optional)
February 17th
Written feedback on executive summary
February 28th
5:00 PM - 8:00 PM : Opening Ceremonies and Reception
Eddie Edward
Winatcha Hart
Anusan Anandan
