This experience connects MBA students with industry professionals to develop comprehensive marketing strategies tailored to business needs. Learners will leverage their understanding of market dynamics, consumer behavior, and strategic planning to create actionable marketing plans. Students will deliver integrated marketing communication plans and performance evaluation frameworks by applying their knowledge of segmentation, targeting, positioning, and the marketing mix. This collaboration offers companies fresh insights and innovative approaches to enhance their market presence. We are seeking collaborations with businesses that: Currently have 5 or more employees on staff Are actively in business (not planning on launching) have an annual turnover of $800,000+ Ideally looking to offer internship, co-op, and employment opportunities after the Experience concludes

Looking to elevate your organization and bring it to the next level? Bring on graduate students from University Canada West to be your student-consultants to evaluate your organization's business strategy and to propose approaches to improve the firm's market position. Students will work on one main project over the semester, connecting with you as needed with virtual communication tools. The teams will apply their international and entrepreneurial knowledge as MBA students with critical analyses/strategies/design skills to develop ideas in your organization. The teams will complete an analysis, provide strategic recommendations and practical options, and recommend an action plan appropriate to your business situation in consultation with you. As a participating organization, you will provide a specific question, business issue/ challenge, or opportunity that will be the focus of the student team review.

This MBA Capstone experience is designed for students nearing the completion of their MBA program, equipped with skills in business development, marketing research, digital marketing, innovation, entrepreneurship, and digital transformation. Learners are prepared to apply their comprehensive knowledge to real-world projects, offering fresh perspectives and innovative solutions. This experience allows students to collaborate with industry professionals to tackle strategic business challenges, providing valuable insights and actionable strategies. Each student will be assigned to a single project for a 10 week duration, completing with a final presentation to the client. Two students may be assigned if there are two specific projects for a client.

These students come from various countries with several years work experience in different fields. From architecture and engineering to hotel and hospitality management, finance and insurance, international marketing and trade and HR. The projects will be completed mid-July through middle of September, 2025