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Celebrating Excellence: Mizzou GPC Inaugural Case Competition Winners
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The Graduate Professional Council’s Inaugural Case Competition brought together some of the brightest minds at Mizzou to tackle the challenge presented by the recent changes in the MU Cashier’s Office payment plan structure. Teams were tasked with analyzing how the current Enrollment Payment Plan differs from its predecessor and proposing enhancements to benefit diverse student populations. The competition showcased an impressive array of strategic thinking, innovative solutions, and persuasive presentations.
Here are the standout teams and participants who excelled in the competition:
Team Visionary Insight
Kritika Prasai
Sabin Dahal
Sri Aishitha Koduru
Sparjan Tharagaturi
Team Strategic Innovators
Oluwatola Femi-Olatunji
Felix Michael Oguche
Matteo Totime
Team Analytic Pioneers
Alvira Nishat
Bishnu Bhusal
Rishabh Mahendra
Team Catalyst
Parker Owens
Robert Lasky
Team Horizon
Aleksandra Kalisz
Challenge Addressed: Visionary Insight provided an in-depth analysis of the dissatisfaction among students regarding the new payment plan structures. Their research included comparisons with other institutions and surveys conducted among Mizzou students.
Proposed Solutions: Their innovative solutions included a more flexible tiered payment plan system to accommodate various student needs and a comprehensive digital outreach strategy to improve communication clarity.
Presentation Excellence: The team distinguished themselves with a clear, well-organized presentation backed by strong data visualization, which helped convey their strategic solutions effectively. Their ability to engage with the audience and handle the judges’ questions with confidence was particularly noteworthy.
This competition not only allowed students to engage critically with a real-world problem but also provided a platform for practical learning and professional growth. Participants honed their public speaking, critical thinking, and teamwork skills. Furthermore, the proposed solutions from this competition are under review for potential implementation, demonstrating the tangible impact of our students’ work on university policy and administration.
Congratulations to all the winners and participants for their hard work and innovative contributions to the Mizzou community. The success of this event has set a high standard for future case competitions at the University of Missouri.