About MEC
MEC stands as the quintessential entrepreneurship competition. It connects Columbia Business School’s MBA program teachings to aspiring entrepreneurs. It challenges students to tackle real-world business problems by crafting detailed business plans, including product analysis, market research, marketing strategies, financial planning, and risk management. Additionally, participants create promotional videos and deliver compelling presentations to the judging panel. This immersive experience equips students with practical skills and invaluable exposure to the world of entrepreneurship and business.
Key Takeaways:
・Recommendation Letter (from our Judges)
・Awards (gold certificate/trophy)
・Printed Certificate of Participation
・Winners have the privilege of writing
recommendation letters for future
MEC Legacy contestants
Total Prizes Valued Over $110,000:
Our awards celebrate the exceptional achievements of our participants and include start-up funds, trophies, certificates, and IEG scholarships that grant access to a range of IEG programs.
- 1st Place: $12,000 ($2,400 start-up fund; $1,600 in scholarships for IEG programs per member; letter of recommendation from MEC Judge)
- 2nd Place: $9,900 ($1,500 start-up fund; $1,400 in scholarships for IEG programs per member; letter of recommendation from MEC Judge)
- 3rd Place: $7,700 ($800 start-up fund; $1,150 in scholarships for IEG programs per member; letter of recommendation from MEC Judge)
Other team awards will be listed in the MEC Brochure.
