Welcome to a playground of intellectual curiosity and problem-solving! Here at Challenge University, we believe that challenges fuel growth and innovation. This space offers you an opportunity to push your boundaries and engage in meaningful, real-world challenges. Whether you're a prospective student exploring what Challenge University has to offer or someone just excited to tackle complex problems, each challenge serves as an entry point into an education that prepares you for a lifetime of innovation and leadership.
Why Take on a Challenge?
Fun Experience
Immerse yourself in a thrilling journey of intellectual pursuit.
Prize Awards
Stand a chance to win exclusive rewards, from gadgets to internships.
Official CU Certificate
Earn a verified CU certificate to showcase your problem-solving skills and add it to your academic portfolio.
How It Works
How to Engage in a Challenge — A Step-by-Step Guide
Browse Challenges
Explore our curated list of challenges that span across various industries and complexity levels.
Register
Sign up using your email to gain access to the challenge details and resources.
Solve
Dive into the challenge, either alone or with a team. Utilize the resources provided and think outside the box!
Submit
Once you're confident in your solution, upload your work through the submission portal.
Review & Feedback
Our team of experts will review your submission and provide constructive feedback.
Earn Certificate
Successful completion earns you an official Challenge University certificate. Some challenges even offer prizes!
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Open Challenges
Challenges Master Award
Completed Challenges & Awards
The Phoenix Project: Reviving a Failed Business
Summary:
Business failures are often seen as the end of the road, but they can also be valuable learning experiences and stepping stones for future success. This challenge pushes you to look beyond the initial failure and visualize a pathway for revival. Identify a business or product that failed to meet market expectations in the past decade. Dive deep into the reasons behind its downfall: Was it poor market research? Flawed execution? Or perhaps, a lack of innovation? Your task is to propose a comprehensive strategy that addresses these pain points, revitalizes the brand, and charts a new course for its comeback.
Type of Solution Expected:
Business Plan, Business Case, or Ideation
Industry Source:
Business & Entrepreneurship
Suggested Time Investment:
15-20 hours
Deadline:
January 15, 2024
Target:
This challenge is ideal for CU learners who are interested in the dynamics of business turnaround strategies, offering both a tactical and strategic view of how to revive a failing business.
Browse through our dynamically updated list of challenges that are open for registration.
Open Challenges
Remote Work Optimization for Productivity and Well-Being
Summary
The remote work landscape is continually evolving, presenting both opportunities and challenges for workers and employers alike. This challenge asks you to design a best practices guide or framework for optimizing remote work to enhance both productivity and well-being. Consider aspects like time management, team communication, work-life balance, and mental health. Your guide should offer actionable insights for both employees and employers on making remote work a fulfilling and efficient experience.
Type of Solution Expected
Report, Guide, or Ideation
Industry Source
Business & Human Resources
Suggested Time Invest
Maximum 20 hours
Deadline
January 15, 2024
Target
This challenge is particularly suited for CU learners interested in the future of work, human resources, and organizational behavior. Your contribution will help shape a more sustainable and fulfilling remote work environment for everyone involved.
Balancing AI Growth and Energy Consumption for Sustainable Business
Summary:
The integration of Artificial Intelligence (AI) into business operations has drastically increased operational efficiency but at a cost: heightened energy consumption. Your challenge is to design a business model that harmonizes the rapid adoption of AI technologies with responsible energy use. Investigate the role of corporate social responsibility, stakeholder pressure, and even the possibility of creating new business ventures focused on sustainable AI solutions.
Type of Solution Expected:
Report, Article, or Ideation
Industry Source:
Business, Technology & Energy Sector
Suggested Time Investment:
15-20 hours
Deadline:
January 15, 2024
Target:
This challenge is perfect for CU learners aiming to combine entrepreneurial acumen with ethical considerations, delivering not just business results but also contributing positively to society.
Start-First Guide for Aspiring Solopreneurs
Summary
Embarking on a solopreneurial journey can be daunting without a roadmap. This challenge aims to create a comprehensive guide for aspiring solopreneurs. Your task is to outline the key steps, essential resources, and success metrics that can help one start and grow a solo business. Investigate common pitfalls, time management hacks, and the importance of branding and marketing for a solopreneur. Your guide should serve as a go-to resource for anyone looking to start a business single-handedly.
Type of Solution Expected
Report, Ebook, or Ideation
Industry Source
Business & Entrepreneurship
Suggested Time Invest
Maximum 20 hours
Deadline
January 15, 2024
Target
This challenge is ideal for CU learners with an entrepreneurial spirit, who are interested in practical steps for launching a business single-handedly, and want to contribute to a valuable resource that can empower aspiring solopreneurs.
Open Challenges
Challenges Master Award
Completed Challenges & Awards
ChallengeMaster Award – IoT for Social Impact
Summary
In this exclusive ChallengeMaster Award Challenge, we invite you to explore the intersection of IoT and social good. Your task is to create a transformative IoT solution that addresses a pressing social issue—be it healthcare, education, poverty alleviation, or environmental sustainability. This is not just another challenge; it's an opportunity to make a real-world impact and stand out as a thought leader in the field of IoT and social entrepreneurship.
Type of Solution Expected
IoT Prototype, Comprehensive Strategy Document, or Social Impact Framework
Industry Source
Technology for Social Impact
Suggested Time Invest
Maximum 30 hours (Given the special nature of this challenge, a little extra effort will go a long way.)
Deadline
February 21, 2024
Target
This prestigious challenge is particularly suited for CU's most ambitious learners, especially those focused on IoT, social impact, and innovation. Successful solutions have the potential not only to win the ChallengeMaster Award but also to be implemented as pilot projects through partnerships with relevant organizations.
ChallengeMaster Award
In collaboration with our esteemed industry partners, the ChallengeMaster Award honors the most exceptional and innovative solutions to our challenges. This prestigious accolade not only brings you recognition but also amplifies your entrepreneurial journey with Challenge University.
Open Challenges
Challenges Master Award
Completed Challenges & Awards
No Open Challenges & Awards Completed
We currently have no open challenges or awards completed at this time. Stay tuned for exciting opportunities and initiatives as we continue to develop our challenge-based educational platform.
Let's Shape the Future Together
At Challenge University, we're not just offering a degree; we're offering a transformation. So, if you believe you have what it takes to be part of this exciting journey, we invite you to apply and pave your path to entrepreneurial success.
Join us, and let's shape the future, one challenge at a time.
