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Microsoft Challenge: FAQ overview
- How many people comprise a team?
o Teams are made up of 3-5 people. - Do all team members need to be Baruch students?
o Yes, all team members must be part of a graduate program at Baruch. - What is the deadline to submit the names of my team members?
o Your team members must be submitted by February 27. - How do I find other members for my team? How do I find a team to join?
o It is your responsibility to find members for your team. Come to one of the kickoff sessions on February 25 to meet others who are interested in participating. Clubs are also a good source of team members. - Can I be on more than one team?
o No. You can only be part of one team. - What should I expect in terms of time commitment?
o The amount of time you put is not this challenge is up to you and your team. - What is the format of the Challenge?
o The Microsoft Digital Marketing Challenge at Baruch College provides participants with the opportunity to learn more about careers in digital marketing through a product case study. Throughout the competition, each student team receives training in digital marketing tools and technology and is mentored by digital marketing professionals from Microsoft. - What is the deliverable?
o The final deliverable includes a written Marketing proposal and two presentations of 15 minutes followed by 5 minutes of Q& A. - What are the rules?
o At least one member from each team must attend one of each of the two search sessions, which are offered at multiple times
o All team members are required to present in the First and Final Round Presentations
o All teams must submit a final Marketing Proposal (max. 5 pages + appendices) along with a copy of its presentation
o Failure to meet the deadlines and requirements will result in the elimination of the entire team - What does Round One require?
o Round one requires a 15 minute presentation, plus 5 minute Q and A session, to be delivered on April 18. Final marketing proposals are also due at this time. - How do I know if my team qualifies for Round Two?
o If you qualify for round 2, we will notify you by sending a message to the e-mail address, the phone number, or mailing address (if any) listed on your entry within seven days. - What does Round Two require?
o Groups that move the round 2 will be required to make a final presentation to the executive panel of judges. - How do I find out who wins?
o We will post the names of confirmed winners online after 5/8/2008 at [www.baruch.cuny.eduURL]. This list will remain posted until 6/8/2008. - What are the prizes?
o Each member of the winning team will receive an Xbox, a Zune with music download credits, and a networking dinner with the Microsoft team. Microsoft will cover the fee for the winning team to become certified by adExcellence.
o Runners up will each receive a Zune with music download credits. - How can my team and I get help?
o There will be information sessions (see calendar) as well as an on campus advisor Professor Kelly O’Brien
o You can also email : mdmc-baruch@live.com
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