Are you a high-school student looking to elevate your college profile? Join the Harvard Crimson Global Case Competition 2026 and delve into real-world business challenges by tackling business problems that popular companies face.
Hosted online in partnership with Crimson Education and The Harvard Crimson, the competition builds industry-ready analytical, strategic, and presentation skills, connecting students with a global network of like-minded peers. Last year, 4200+ students competed on the global stage.
Who is it for?
– Designed for students aged 13–18 worldwide, as it is an online competition, there are no geographical barriers
– Students can participate as an individual or as a team of up to 4 people.
– Open to students currently enrolled in secondary school, including gap-year students. Anyone already enrolled in university/college is not eligible.
How does HCGCC work?
– Register individually during the open enrollment period, then nominate a team leader to complete the team registration form.
– Learn new skills for free through on-demand bootcamps and live webinars with industry experts, beginning 17th October.
– Solve the regional case and proceed through the rounds.
– Global Finals: finalists receive a new case and present it LIVE to a panel of judges in a virtual event, with a deeper 8–15 slide deck.
– Get recognized and win incredible prizes!
1) Each team must have 2-4 students, but we highly recommend at least 3!
2) All participants must be aged 13-18 and currently enrolled high school, OR have already graduated but not yet started university.
3) No prior business or economics experience necessary! Join us no matter your experience. We have the tools to help you succeed.
Awards:-
- Strengthen your extracurricular profile for college applications
- Win cash prizes up to US$1500
- Gain work experience at a Fortune 500 company
- Win Crimson mentorship credit up to US$2000
- Win mentorship sessions with experts
- Access free, exclusive webinars featuring top industry experts to build skills
- Showcase your ideas on an international stage
- Collaborate and connect with ambitious students from around the world
- Experience entrepreneurship, innovation, and strategic thinking beyond the classroom
Deadline:- 14-10-2026
