2026 University of Kansas National Multidisciplinary Case Competition

Aerial view of Capitol Federal Hall with Fraser Hall in the background

Bring your best to KU.

The KU School of Business will host a two-day event designed to challenge and showcase top undergraduate talent from across the U.S. Join us March 5–6, 2026, at Capitol Federal Hall.

Register your university

Advised by leading consulting prep agency Management Consulted, the KU National Multidisciplinary Case Competition welcomes undergraduate students from all majors and class levels. No prior experience is required, and interdisciplinary teams are highly encouraged.

If this is your institution’s first time competing, we are happy to help you identify strong candidates. Last year's teams included both seasoned competitors and first-time participants with impressive results across the board.

Event details

March 5–6, 2026
Capitol Federal Hall
University of Kansas School of Business
Lawrence, Kansas

Highlights

  • Cash prizes awarded to top-performing teams
  • Schools may bring up to two teams (teams of four are preferred)
    • Teams may include undergraduate students of all disciplines
  • All registration and workshop fees are covered (schools only cover travel)
  • Pre-event workshop: “How to Win a Case Competition” led by Management Consulted on Feb. 21, 2026
  • Institutional registration now open (first come, first served)
  • Team/individual registration opens late fall — no need to have teams selected to register your institution
  • Additional details available on the registration form

Join us for a two-day experience designed to sharpen strategic thinking and presentation skills. Students and institutions can grow their networks and foster connections with top business schools in the country.

  • 1st place: $1,000
  • 2nd place: $750
  • 3rd place: $500
  • 4th place: $250
  • 5th place: $250
  • Most innovative: $250
  • Best presentation: $250

Key dates

  • Sept. 2: Institutional application opens

  • Dec. 1: Early registration for teams/individuals (first round of teams selected)

  • Feb. 1, 2026: Last day to register (first come, first served)

  • 9 a.m.–12 p.m. Feb. 21, 2026: Virtual workshop with Management Consulted

  • 9 a.m. March 4: Case released via email

  • March 5–6, 2026: Competition

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Register your university

Each institution may send up to 2 teams of 3-4 competitors each.
Teams do not need to be finalized before registering your institution. Team/individual registration will open late fall.
Complete the registration form

Training workshop (virtual)

Information for the Feb. 21, 2026, training workshop led by Management Consulted
Saturday, Feb. 21, 2026
9 a.m.–12 p.m.This virtual hands-on workshop, presented by premier case prep and coaching firm Management Consulted, will prepare teams for competition.

Competition agenda — day 1

Overview of day 1 of the 2026 KU National Multidisciplinary Case Competition
Thursday, March 5, 2026Capitol Federal Hall, KU School of Business
5–5:30 p.m.Check-in
5–10 p.m.Breakout rooms available for teams
5:30–7 p.m.Welcome meeting and dinner
7–10 p.m.Mentoring with Management Consulted (20 minutes per team)

Competition agenda — day 2

Overview of day 2 of the 2026 KU National Multidisciplinary Case Competition
Friday, March 6, 2026Capitol Federal Hall, KU School of Business
8 a.m.–3 p.m.Breakout rooms available for teams
10 a.m.Advisor discussion (optional)
11:30 a.m.All slide decks due — no changes allowed after submission
12 p.m.Lunch
Presentations

24 teams, 6 rooms (3 judges per room)

  • 15 minutes per team (8 min. presentation, 4 min. Q&A, 3 min. transition) 
1–2 p.m.Round 1 presentations
2:15–3:15 p.m.Round 2 presentations
3:25 p.m.Top 5 teams posted (scored based on average of first- and second-round scores)
3:30–4:20 p.m.Top 5 teams present (10 min. each: 8 min. presentation, 2 min. transition; no questions)
4:30 p.m.Winners award ceremony and photos
5 p.m.Winning teams and judges reception (off site)