THE CASE
CLASS

Have you dreamed of sharpening your presentation skills while enjoying the sun in Thailand or the snow in Canada? With Case Class, this can soon be your reality! Learn the art of case cracking in an exclusive cohort of 12 students and showcase your skills at an international case competition!

What is it All About?

Each year, we carefully handpick 12 HSG students in cooperation with Bain & Company to join the Case Class. This ensures a close-knit, dedicated team that fosters friendships for life.

Our members receive hands-on training from Case Class alumni and practicing consultants. Learn from experienced peers in weekly sessions designed to sharpen your problem-solving abilities.

Engage in solving one authentic business challenge per week. From addressing cultural issues at McDonald’s to crafting digital solutions for Lego, you’ll gain valuable experience tackling complex problems.

Challenge yourself by presenting your solutions to the Case Class members and alumni every week. Sharpen your presentation skills, storytelling, and the ability to improvise under pressure.

Prepare for an international challenge as the first semester progresses. In the second semester, you will represent your team on the global stage, competing against top universities worldwide in prestigious case competitions. Where will you go? Canada? Rotterdam? Perhaps eating Pad-Thai in Thailand? Hover with your mouse on the map to see where we went.

Traveling to international competitions seems expensive. No worries, we’ve got your flights and hotel expenses fully covered so you can focus on giving your best.

Thanks to the generous support of Bain & Company, you benefit from the expertise and resources of one of the world’s leading consulting firms. Engage in exclusive workshops tailored to elevate your consulting skills and knowledge

The Recruitment and Training Process

May, Pre-Case Class Info Event

Join our annual Info Event to receive first-hand insights from our Case Class alumni about their training and experiences.

October, Case Class Recruitment

Apply to our Recruitment Event in collaboration with Bain and Company, showcasing your teamwork, strategic, and analytical skills within a 1-hour case to secure one of the exclusive 12 spots in the Case Class.

October, Kick-Off Weekend

Learn the basics of case cracking at our Kick-Off Weekend and meet your 11 fellow students!

October-December, Case Class Training

Meet weekly with your 11 classmates and pitch the case you prepared in groups of four to your Case Class and tutors. Learn skills in presentation creation as well as performance and communication skills, which will not only pave your way to the podium at the competition but also shine in your next interview! Form your groups of four, with whom you will travel to the competition.

November, Case Class Workshop with Bain and Company and Professor Pfister

Benefit from two exclusive workshops by Bain and Company on presentation skills and from Professor Pfister on financial methods to give your presentation that extra edge.

December, Case Class Finals

Present your 24-hour case in your competition team in front of a jury from Bain and Company and compete against the other two teams in the Case Class. The winner receives a surprise every year.

December-February, Study Phase

Don’t worry, during the study phase you can focus 100% on your exams.

February-March, Final Case Class Training

Your competition destinations are set. Now it’s time to solve a case from the previous year from each destination so you know what regional specifics like the country’s economic growth, special marketing regulations, and currency conversions to expect.

April-June, Competition Time

Travel with your competition team to your international case competition and compete against teams from around the world. Exciting cases, C-level juries, and plenty of leisure activities with other students await you!

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