The Only Undergraduate-Only Event Of its Scope In Canada
The Jeux du Commerce aims to promote exchanges between members of the various commerce student associations and the business world and to allow participants to compete with their peers in an atmosphere of camaraderie and healthy competition.
The JDC is the only undergraduate-only event of its scope in Canada. Participants are involved in one of the five components presented at JDC: academics, social, sports, participation or contribution.
The spirit of the JDC is one of brotherhood and collaboration between all those involved. All members of the delegations, including participants, coaches, chaperones, volunteers, etc., must demonstrate their team spirit within their delegation, with members of other delegations and with everyone involved in the JDC.
The Operations and Logistics Management case deals with the overall management of physical flows,information flows, and the various players within the supply chain. The case may address aspects such asinventory management, production analysis, transportation logistics, resource allocation, supply chainoptimization, or strategic cost management, as well as any other issue relevant to current industry challenges.
The Human Resources Management Case deals with all aspects of management related to training, development, and employee engagement. It addresses resistance to change following the implementation of a new system, certain deficiencies in organizational culture, departmental restructuring, the establishment of an organizational chart, as well as the attraction and retention of personnel. Students will need to develop their solutions while ensuring effective communication between franchises, unions, employers, and employees.
The Organizational Information Systems case explores the strategic role of information technologies indecision-making and value creation for businesses. It may address a wide range of issues, from data management and artificial intelligence to business process optimization and digital transformation. Students may be asked to analyze the implementation of technological solutions, the impact of information systems on the supply chain, cybersecurity, or the customer experience. The objective is to assess how these systems can support business decisions and generate value for shareholders and the organization as a whole.
The Sustainable Development case places a strong emphasis on a company’s responsibilities across social, economic, and environmental dimensions. Issues may range from the implementation of new projects to the management of ethical dilemmas, where every stakeholder must be considered. The goal is to develop solutions that meet the needs of the future while aligning with the United Nations’ Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).
The Finance case requires versatile knowledge in the field of finance to solve a case that may focus on marketfinance, corporate finance, or personal finance. Partner companies will primarily come from the banking,insurance, financial planning, and real estate sectors.
The Surprise Case is a challenge that requires preparation before the competition. This case can highlight any of the disciplines covered by the competition. Just like the Interactive Case, this year's edition of the Surprise Case will include an interaction with the partner halfway through the preparation period.
The Marketing case explores the key drivers of a successful marketing strategy. It covers essential elements such as market research, segmentation, strategic targeting, and the development of the marketing mix. The case will address growth-related challenges, whether through market penetration, new product development, expansion into new markets, or diversification. It may also involve the launch of a product, with a focus on communication strategy and market positioning, both domestically and internationally. All possibilities are open to stimulate critical thinking and sharpen the strategic mindset of tomorrow’s marketers.
The Strategy Case involves an analysis of a company that touches on almost all aspects of the organization. Whether the company is growing or facing difficulties, students must analyze each department of the business to advise the manager in an effective and realistic manner. This case calls for varied knowledge and more so the creativity and analytical skills of each participant. It involves examining the submitted problem as well as the leader's ability to manage their company well. Students may be required to think outside the box and argue their solution to adequately justify their decision-making.
The International Business Case fits perfectly in the era of globalization, covering a wide range of topicsrelated to various fields of business administration. It addresses international expansion, whether thecompany in question is established only locally or already active in other markets abroad. This case requiresextensive expertise to target a market, select the best strategies and distribution channels, manage thesupply chain and various partners effectively, while considering the product life cycle, cultural differences, andterritorial and legal barriers.
The Taxation case puts into practice key topics such as personal and corporate income tax, capital gains, attribution rules, situations involving death or donations, and other specific concepts related to tax law. Students will face scenarios involving various types of entities, such as corporations, trusts, partnerships, and sole proprietorships.
**(Only undergraduate students and first-year graduate students enrolled in a CPA-accredited program are eligible to participate in this case.)
The Accounting case encompasses all areas related to accounting within a business. From technical accounting and performance measurement to financial consulting, corporate turnaround, auditing, and the analysis of cash flows or projects, this case puts into perspective the knowledge of students pursuing the CPA path. It calls upon participants’ judgment, values, and core competencies to contextualize issues typically studied in theory.
**(Only undergraduate students and first-year graduate students enrolled in a CPA-accredited program are eligible to participate in this case.)
The Interactive Case consists of two components: research and resolution. The research component, which takes place before and during the resolution, encourages participants to learn about potential partners and industry trends to elevate their recommendations. The resolution lasts twenty-four (24) hours. This entire component focuses on solving a business problem that affects all areas of administration: finance, marketing, strategy, accounting, human resources, operations and logistics, international trade, and much more. Participants must have extensive knowledge, be creative, and above all, be able to react quickly to unforeseen events, as the first half of the resolution of the interactive case is punctuated by interactions that provide new information that may lead the team to completely change their strategies. The key is to expect the unexpected, as the interactive case presents its participants with several twists.
The Entrepreneurial Innovation Case, inspired by the globally successful American series 'Shark Tank' and its Quebec adaptation 'Dans l'œil du dragon,' focuses on creativity, originality, and novelty. The challenges of entrepreneurship often revolve around financing and value generation. It is a context of limited resources where entrepreneurs must constantly think about maximizing what’s available to them. Although venture capital and various government organizations and agencies represent sources of funding, startups must first demonstrate the viability of their project. Students will need to develop a solid business model, show originality, and use strategy to convince angel investors to invest in their project. Comprising two rounds, teams must first present their 'elevator pitch' to the panel of judges to secure a fictitious budget envelope, and then develop a complete implementation plan presented in the second round.
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