Discovery Case Challenge, sponsored by Deloitte

Take part in the 6th annual Discovery Case Challenge at the College of Business, sponsored by Deloitte

📅 FALL 2026 Dates TBA

📌 Applications open: September 2026

📌 Applications due: October 2026

📝 Note: Open to all CSU College of Business majors and minors at the undergraduate level. Participants will be assigned to teams by selection committee.

To better prepare our students to use business for a better world and affect positive change, the CSU College of Business is excited to announce the 5th annual Discovery Case Challenge, made possible by a sponsorship from Deloitte.

The 2026 Discovery Case Challenge is designed as an accessible entry point for undergraduate Business majors and minors at all levels to develop essential case analysis skills in a team environment. Teams will tackle a real-world business scenario while building critical thinking, collaboration, and presentation competencies. This competition provides a welcoming space for students to gain confidence in case methodology, strengthen team skills, and discover their potential as future business leaders. Whether you’re new to case competitions or looking to refine your analytical approach, the Discovery Case Challenge offers valuable experience and skill development for your undergraduate business career.

Open to all CSU College of Business majors and minors at the undergraduate level. First and second year students, as well as Business minors, are strongly encouraged to apply.

The first-place team will be awarded $5,000 and the second-place team will receive $3,000.

Photo caption: 2025 participating students and industry judge panel

What is a case competition?

A case competition is a hands-on opportunity to develop and apply your business and professional skills by proposing innovative solutions to real-world business challenges. Students work in teams to analyze a complex business scenario, propose ideas and solutions to that particular challenge, and present to a panel of judges made up of distinguished industry professionals.

By participating in the case competition you can:

• Broaden your knowledge and awareness of global collaboration and expectations in business
• Acquire relevant experience that can make your application stand out when applying for internships and jobs
• Gain experience working on a dynamic and diverse team of peers
• Strengthen your analytical and presentation skills by applying them to a real business challenge
• Engage in networking opportunities with industry and corporate partners
• Make an impactful contribution to today’s business challenges by exploring innovative solutions

For additional information, please reach out to Andrea Karapas, Director – Career Management Center at andrea.karapas@colostate.edu or 970.491.1380