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Project-Based Learning

Boost your business with free business consulting

The Charlton College of Business (CCB) at UMass Dartmouth is excited to offer local businesses, nonprofits, and organizations a unique opportunity to access free, high-quality consulting services through our Capstone Practicum program. Funded by the Blue Economy Initiatives Program, our talented senior business students, under the guidance of experienced faculty and industry consultants, are ready to tackle your strategic challenges.

What we offer:

  • Strategic solutions: Our student teams specialize in identifying, analyzing, and designing market entry, development, and competitive strategies for both regional and global markets.
  • Expert guidance: Each project is overseen by a tenured PhD faculty member with expertise in relevant business areas.
  • Comprehensive analysis: Our students are trained in core business modules, including strategy, marketing, finance, production, logistics, business regulation, and research methods.

Benefits for your organization:

  • Free consulting: Access expert business consulting services at no cost, thanks to grant funding.
  • Fresh perspectives: Gain innovative and data-driven insights from our highly motivated students.
  • Actionable strategies: Receive a comprehensive project report and presentation, providing clear and implementable recommendations.
  • Community partnership: Support the development of future business leaders while enhancing your organization's strategic capabilities.

How it works:

  1. Initial agreement: Submit an agreement letter expressing your intent to participate and complete a company profile form, including: brief company profile, project description, project deliverables, project timeline and contact person.
  2. Team assignment: We will assign a dedicated student team to your project within the first two weeks of the semester and provide their contact information.
  3. Memorandum of understanding: A formal agreement outlining the project scope and deliverables will be signed by all parties.
  4. Midterm evaluation: Receive a midterm progress report for your review and feedback.
  5. Final presentation: Attend the student team's final presentation to a panel of faculty, staff, and industry executives.
  6. Recognition event: Join us for a formal reception celebrating student achievements.

Ready to take your organization to the next level? Partner with the Charlton College of Business today!