MGT 809: Spring 2023 Industry Capstone Program
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| Program Title | MGT 809: Spring 2023 Industry Capstone Program | |
| Organization | Stevens Institute of Technology, School of Business Industry Capstone Program | |
| Student Application Link | https://stevens.capsource.app/program/mgt-809-spring-2023-industry-capstone-program/rfp | |
| # of Students Enrolled |
75
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| # of Projects Running |
12 Project/s Added (of 13 Projects Expected)
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Program Timeline Project Duration |
Start Date: 01/18/23 End Date: 05/04/23 4 months |
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| About Students |
Our Industry Capstone Program is designed to enhance your education through a collaborative consulting engagement. You'll work as part of a consulting team, with faculty support, to analyze real problems and recommend appropriate actions to the sponsor organizations. The program is an integral part of the curriculum of all graduate business programs. Upon completion, youíll have a real project and real experience to share with recruiters and hiring managers as you move your career forward.
Student Level: Student Time Commitment: Full Time Team Structure: - |
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| Program Goals | Stevens business graduate students love working on projects related to...
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| Format Structure |
Single Project Single Team |
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| Format Title | Multiple Projects Multiple Teams | |
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| Project Modality | Fully Remote | |
| Industry Partner Requirements to Participate | ||
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| Project Topics | Corporate Social Responsibility Customer Service & Account Management Data Management Growth Strategy International Affairs Marketing Mergers & Acquisitions Operations Product Design & Development Purchasing, Logistics, Supply Chain Quality Control Reporting, Financial Planning & Analysis Research & Development | |
| Target Industries | Aerospace & Defense Agriculture & Farming Arts & Recreation Biotech & Pharmaceuticals Computers & Hardware Construction, Repair & Maitenance Consumer Services Education Energy & Utilities Fashion & Apparel Finance Food & Beverage Government Health Care Insurance Manufacturing Media Natural Resources Non-Profit Professional Services Real Estate Restaurants, Bars & Food Services Retail Software & IT Sports & Entertainment Telecommunications Transportation & Logistics Travel & Tourism | |
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| Location Information & Preferences |
Local (within 30 miles) Located Anywhere Regional (within 90 miles) |
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| Sponsorship |
No Sponsorship Required |
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| Compensation |
Following compensation will be offered to the students:
Exactly $0.0 per hour |
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| Expected Time Commitment For Project Managers | 2 Hours per week | |
| Key Program Dates | Due Date |
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Request for Proposal published
Collaboration request published. Industry Partners may express interest in participating.
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Oct 21 2022, 05:05.58 PM |
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Interview
Educators will begin interviewing interested Industry Partners to discuss project ideas.
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Oct 29 2022, 05:05.58 PM |
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Proposal Application Deadline
Final date for Industry Partners to express interest in participating.
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Dec 02 2022, 12:00.00 AM |
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Finalize Project Charter
Educators and Industry Partners finalize project charters, legal documents, and background materials.
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Dec 09 2022, 12:00.00 AM |
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Official Program Launch
We’ll find a time on this day for you to meet with the students to kick off your project.
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Jan 18 2023, 12:00.00 AM |
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Official Program End
We’ll find a time on this day for you to meet with the students to wrap up your project.
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May 04 2023, 12:00.00 AM |
Project Overview
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| Project Title | Mind Happy Launch Execution |
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What is the challenge or opportunity you are trying to address within your organization? Help a company define the target audience and customer segments and design a sales campaign to create conversions.
- Analyze target market, target needs of the market, ways to reach customer needs - Enhance business plan to capture customer needs in the next 5 years - Create website for customization so customers can choose the type of activities they want to receive eg. More crafts, more paint, more building - Develop product roadmap through feedback received for 3 months - Optimize search and brand recognition online to supplement marketing efforts - Build integrations on the site so reliance from subscription platform can be weaned - Easy to use website for customers with ability to collect data and insights that can be later utilized to bring customers desired personalized offering - Coherent brand identity through website and go to market execution For more information, visit their website: https://mindhappy.com/ What are some of the activities or action items you think will need to be taken to achieve your desired results? TBD
What would make this project a success for your organization? What measurable results are you looking to accomplish? TBD
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| Compensation |
Following compensation will be offered to the students
Exactly $0.0 per hour |
| Sponsorship |
No Sponsorship Required |
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Program Timeline
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Mon, 12/05/22
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Application & Registration Information
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On Monday, December 12, 2022 the application for the Spring 2023 semester will be sent to all School of Business graduate students from businessprojects@stevens.edu. We have an application process (via CapSource) so students can be matched with a corporate partner/project that best fits their skills, education, experiences, and program of study. The application deadline is Friday, January 6, 2023 at 5:00 PM EST. All matched students will receive an email from Christina Sargiss Alwell with their project match, registration information, and onboarding next steps. Questions? Email Christina at csargiss@stevens.edu for support.
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Fri, 01/06/23
12:00 AM
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Application Deadline
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The application deadline for the Spring 2023 semester is Friday, January 6, 2023 at 5:00 PM EST. No late applications will be accepted. Please note that Christina Sargiss Alwell will be out of the office from December 22 - January 2 for winter break. She will respond to all emails on January 3, 2023.
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Wed, 01/18/23
12:00 AM
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Academic Calendar for 2022-23
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Please review the Stevens academic calendar for important dates/information regarding the semester: https://www.stevens.edu/office-of-the-registrar/academic-calendar
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Tue, 01/31/23
12:00 AM
UTC
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Deliverable submission is required.
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Description:
Thank you so much for your participation in the Industry Capstone Program! Now that you have this new experience under your belt, I strongly suggest that you add it to the 'academic projects' section of your resume! Looking for a professional resume review? Email Christina Sargiss at csargiss@stevens.edu or schedule a 1-1 appointment with her by CLICKING HERE.
Lastly, join our LinkedIn group for the Industry Capstone Program today! This is a great way to stay connected with your peers and faculty advisors. CLICK HERE to request to join the group. Wishing you all a safe, relaxing & joyous holiday season. Please stay in touch! Christina Sargiss |
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Fri, 02/24/23
12:00 AM
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Description:
Please complete the Temperature Check #1 survey by February 24th at 11:59 PM EST. This survey is anonymous and will assist Christina with planning for future projects & enhancing the program. If you have any questions, please email her for support.
To access the form, please click here: https://forms.gle/H9zo8E8MoaZHRmv87 |
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Fri, 03/24/23
12:00 AM
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Midterm Presentations
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Wednesday, March 8th is the chronological midpoint of the semester. As you all know, you will have a virtual midterm presentation (no corporate partners invited) and a virtual final presentation (corporate partners invited). The purpose of the midterm presentation is to showcase your work thus far as well as any roadblocks, challenges, successes, and strategy for the remainder of the semester. I am looking to schedule the midterm presentations for some time between March 6th - 10th or March 20th - 24th (no presentations during spring break). Scheduling information will be emailed to all MBA Leads during February - stay tuned!
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Fri, 03/31/23
12:00 AM
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This deliverable has been submitted.
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The MBA Lead for each project team will need to submit a copy of their PowerPoint presentation here. All other students can disregard this task.
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Wed, 05/17/23
12:00 PM
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Program Managers
| Name | Organization |
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| Christina Alwell | Herbal Vineyards |