Case Competition
About the
Competition
Compete against top undergraduate talent from across the country in a high-stakes, high-impact strategy case competition for $1750 in prizes hosted by McKinsey & Company.
The MMSI Case Competition is a central feature of MMSI, offering selected student teams a platform to solve a complex strategic challenge in front of seasoned McKinsey consultants and esteemed faculty.
Competition Date: November 13th & 14th, 2026
Location: University of Michigan Ross School of Business
Application Open: 9/2, 9:00 AM ET
Application Deadline: 10/7, 11:59 PM ET
FAQs
Who is eligible to participate?
MMSI is open to undergraduate students from any accredited college or university. Teams must consist of 3–4 students, but beyond that, there are no restrictions -- students from any major, year, or school are welcome to apply.
How can I be considered for the competition?
To be considered, each team must submit the complete team application that includes:
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One resume per team member
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Team information
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A short answer response
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A one-page solution (one-pager)
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Payment of the $30 application fee
MMSI is seeking high-achieving students, and all applications will be reviewed by McKinsey Business Analysts and members of the conference board based on this criteria.
What is the structure of the competition?
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Round One: Closed-door case pitches to McKinsey Associates and faculty judges
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Round Two: Finalist teams pitch to a panel of McKinsey Partners in front of all conference attendees
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Awards: $1750 in prize money and an exclusive McKinsey networking opportunity for finalists
Is there a fee to compete?
Yes. Each team must pay a one-time $30 application fee to apply. If selected, a conference ticket will be provided to all team members free of charge.
If my team isn’t selected, can I still attend the conference ?
Absolutely! Non-competing students are welcome to attend the full MMSI Conference, including workshops, panels, and networking events. A general admission ticket will be required in that case.