Opportunity brief
About the Competition
Think Critically. Strategize Effectively. Pitch Convincingly.
Enactus Thapar Presents a Business Case Competition Designed to Challenge Participants to Approach Real-World Business Problems with Analytical Thinking, Strategic Insight, and Innovative Solutions.
The Competition Will Test Your Ability to Identify Key Business Challenges, Develop Practical Strategies, and Present Compelling Solutions. Across Two Rounds, Participants Will Progress from Pitching Their Initial Ideas to Building a Comprehensive Business Proposal Backed by Research, Market Understanding, and Execution Planning.
Whether It's Identifying Untapped Market Opportunities, Solving Business Challenges, or Developing Strategies for Sustainable Growth, This Is Your Opportunity to Put Your Business Acumen to The Test.
Can You Turn a Complex Problem Into a Winning Strategy?
Competition Format
The Competition Will Consist of Two Rounds.
Round 1: The Strategy Pitch
Format: preliminary Pitching Round
Participants Will Be Required to Analyze the Given Business Case and Present Their Initial Approach to Solving the Problem.
The Focus of This Round Will Be on Identifying the Core Problem, Understanding the Key Challenges, and Proposing a Clear, Logical, and Innovative Solution.
Participants Should Demonstrate Structured Thinking, Sound Reasoning, and The Ability to Communicate Their Ideas Concisely.
Evaluation Criteria:
- Problem Identification and Analysis
- Creativity and Originality of The Proposed Solution
- Logical Reasoning and Strategic Thinking
- Clarity and Effectiveness of The Pitch
The Strongest Teams Will Qualify for The Next Round.
Round 2: The Boardroom Pitch
Format: Final PowerPoint Presentation
Shortlisted Teams Will Advance to The Final Round, Where They Will Develop Their Initial Approach Into a Comprehensive Business Strategy.
Participants Will Be Expected to Submit and Present a Detailed Power Point Presentation Demonstrating how Their Proposed Solution Can Be Implemented in A Real-World Business Environment.
The Presentation Should Go Beyond the Idea Itself and Address the Market Opportunity, Competitive Landscape, Implementation Strategy, Financial Feasibility, and Potential for Growth.
Suggested Presentation Components:
- Problem Analysis and Key Insights
- Market Research and Target Audience
- Proposed Business Strategy and Value Proposition
- Competitive Analysis and Differentiation
- Implementation Roadmap
- Revenue Model and Financial Feasibility
- Scalability and Long-Term Growth Potential
Evaluation Criteria:
- Depth of Research and Quality of Insights
- Strength and Practicality of The Business Strategy
- Financial Feasibility and Execution Planning
- Innovation and Competitive Differentiation
- Presentation Quality and Defense of The Proposed Solution
Eligibility
- Open to Undergraduate College Students.
- Participants Can Register in a team of a minimum of 2 and a maximum of 4 persons.
- Inter-College Teams Are Permitted, Provided All Members Meet the Eligibility Requirements.
- Participants from Different Academic Specializations May Form a Team.
- Each Participant Must Ensure that Their Registration Details Are Accurate.
Event Details
Date: 31 October 2026
Start Time: 8:00 Pm Ist, 31 October 2026
End Time: 8:00 Am Ist, 1 November 2026
Duration: 12 Hours
Mode: offline
Organiser: Enactus Thapar
Rules and Guidelines
- Participants Must Complete Their Registration Through Unstop Before the Registration Deadline.
- The Business Case and Detailed Instructions for Each Round Will Be Communicated by The Organising Team.
- Participants Must Adhere to The Prescribed Submission Formats and Deadlines.
- All Submissions Must Be Original. Plagiarism or Misrepresentation of Work May Lead to Disqualification.
- Participants Must Ensure that Their Presentations Are Clear, Well-Structured, and Supported by Relevant Reasoning or Research.
- In the Final Round, Teams Must Be Prepared to Justify Their Recommendations and Answer Questions from The Judges, if Applicable.
- Any Use of External Research or Ai Tools Must Comply with The Instructions Provided by The Organisers.
- Late Submissions May Not Be Considered Unless an Extension Is Officially Announced.
- The Decisions of The Judges and Organising Committee Will Be Final.
Why Participate?
- Challenge Yourself with Practical Business Problem-Solving.
- Develop Strategic Thinking and Analytical Skills.
- Gain Experience in Pitching and Defending Business Ideas.
- Learn to Build Actionable, Research-Backed Business Strategies.
- Compete with Students Who Share an Interest in Business, Consulting, and Entrepreneurship.