1. 475,000+ EDIT 515 & SDG
The Global Management Challenge simulator was
PARTICIPANTS originally designed by and is still developed by Edit
GLOBAL MANAGEMENT 515 Limited, a company formed by Lecturers in the
1980 CHALLENGE BEGINS Operational Research Department of the University
of Strathclyde. EDIT 515 and SDG are partners in
developing and improving the simulator. Their aim
1ST INTERNATIONAL
1983 EDITION
is to ensure that it is always up-to-date, relevant
and challenging, in order to meet the participating
companies' current needs and to keep up with the
latest technology.
5 ACROSS 5 CONTINENTS
40+
Simulation
created by:
OVER
Edit 515
Limited
Countries
across 5
continents
AFRICA ANGOLA, BENIN, BURKINA FASO, CAMEROON, CONGO-BRAZZAVILLE, GHANA,
GUINEA-CONAKRY, IVORY COAST, MALI, MOZAMBIQUE, NIGER, NIGERIA, SENEGAL, TOGO
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AMERICA BRAZIL, MEXICO, PUERTO RICO, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA, VENEZUELA
ASIA HONG KONG SAR, INDIA, MACAU SAR, PEOPLES REPUBLIC OF CHINA, SINGAPORE, THAILAND
EUROPE BELARUS, BELGIUM, CZECH REPUBLIC, DENMARK, FRANCE, GREECE, ITALY, LATVIA, POLAND,
PORTUGAL, ROMANIA, RUSSIA, SLOVAKIA, SPAIN, TURKEY, UKRAINE, UNITED KINGDOM THE WORLD’S LARGEST INTERACTIVE
OCEANIA AUSTRALIA
STRATEGY & MANAGEMENT COMPETITION
Present in over 40 countries on 5 continents, with over 475,000 alumni
The new edition of the Global Management Challenge is now being launched in the UK
Provides the opportunity for students & young executives to grow their business & entrepreneurial skills
Allows sponsors to identify talented, committed and ambitious potential employees
Excellent business and leadership training tool for existing employees
Year Winning Country Host
Take the Challenge!
INTERNATIONAL 2011 Russia Ukraine
FINALS 2010 Slovakia Macau
2009 Ukraine Russia ORGANISATIONS THAT HAVE PARTNERED WITH GLOBAL MANAGEMENT CHALLENGE INCLUDE
2008 Russia Portugal
2007 Macau Romania
2006 Czech Republic Macau
For more information contact Global Management Challenge Limited
Macfarlane Gray House info@ukgmc.co.uk twitter.com/uk_gmc
Castelcraig Business Park www.ukgmc.co.uk
Springbank Road
Stirling FK7 7WT

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WHY YOU SHOULD BECOME A PARTNER
SUPPORT AND EVENTS
Supporting GMC provides opportunities for the corporate business community to work together with talented
university students who wish to participate in the challenge. Partners can use GMC as part of their strategic
recruitment process. They will be able to identify potential recruits by working closely with the students throughout
the whole GMC process and gain an insight into the potential ability, character and personality of the students in
their teams, as well as evidence of their ability to work under pressure.
Previous history shows that students actively embrace GMC with a real enthusiasm and desire to win, whilst gaining
invaluable business experience and the opportunity to connect with progressive, dynamic businesses. Each edition
THE GLOBAL MANAGEMENT CHALLENGE CONSISTS OF A BUSINESS SIMULATION
of GMC is also an opportunity to socialise, network, share experiences and make new contacts around the world.
PLAYED OVER 7 MONTHS IN WHICH HUNDREDS OF TEAMS AROUND THE WORLD
EACH MANAGE A COMPANY IN ORDER TO OBTAIN THE HIGHEST INVESTMENT Each team of 5 participants is named after the sponsoring company. After the initial Launch Events, there follows a
PERFORMANCE IN A SIMULATED STOCK MARKET. period of ‘knock out’ rounds, culminating in a National Final. The winner of the National Final will go forward to
represent the UK in the International Final, which is itself a unique and enriching experience.
The Global Management Challenge is unique in that it allows participants to analyse economic and
financial indicators, gain a broader view of the company, understand the interaction between different
functional areas and the impact that their decisions can have in an organisation, taking into account the BENEFITS PARTNERSHIP
conditions of the market in which they compete and the need to maximise customer satisfaction. • Identify talented, committed and ambitious students as A Partner in the UK Global Management
potential employees Challenge is entitled to:
• Ongoing assessment and mentoring
• Communicate culture and values • Support 15 teams
• Unique PR within the university and college population • Deliver a company presentation at all
• Broad media coverage Events (Launch and Finals as
• Excellent employer branding appropriate)
THE SCOTTISH GOVERNMENT • A company stand/marketing at all
“The Scottish Government recognises the key role of entrepreneurship in delivering sustainable economic Events
recovery and growth. We are working with Scotland’s public, private and third sectors to support our • Media coverage wherever possible
entrepreneurs, allowing them to make the most of their talents.” • Logo and company profile on
www.ukgmc.co.uk website
“This venture not only provides opportunities for young Scots to grow their business and entrepreneurial
skills but also has the potential to promote Scotland internationally as a nation which encourages
enterprise.” THE ROAD TO SUCCESS
Michael Russell
Cabinet Secretary for Education and Lifelong Learning
Portuguese partners SDG are
nd International responsible for the organisation of
PRICEWATERHOUSECOOPERS st Round Final the Global Management Challenge
"PwC is happy to be the partner of the GMC for the 10th successive year. Connecting people from different Round January & National April 2014
October & February Final worldwide and for running the
worlds – corporate executives, students and professors in the context of a strategic challenge and enriching November 2014 March 2014 International Final.
the experience and knowledge of everyone is what makes for the conditions of an exceptional human 2013
adventure."
Jean-Emmanuel Combes
Senior Partner for Communication & Marketing Europe, PricewaterhouseCoopers The winner of the National Final will represent the UK in the International Final of the Global Management Challenge,
played between the top teams in over 40 countries participating.
WHY ACCENTURE GETS INVOLVED INTERNATIONAL NEWS
The Global Management Challenge has become a core part of Accenture’s worldwide recruitment strategy. CHINA WITH 2000 TEAMS
The company supports 40 student teams in Portugal and is involved with the game in three countries. The Global Management Challenge came to China 17 years ago and since then it has not stopped growing. Success
Networking events bring Accenture into contact with new customers from the major players in each sector. in Asia has been impressive, with the annual membership now in excess of 2,000 teams.
RUSSIA AIMS TO REACH 3000 TEAMS
STAPLES SPONSORS STUDENT TEAMS The ambition of the organisers of the Global Management Challenge 2012 in Russia is reaching 15,000 participants,
To make a contribution to the education and integration of young people in the business world are the main spread over 3,000 teams. The competition arrived in Russia six years ago and the growth achieved already is clearly
reasons for Staples to support teams of students in the Global Management Challenge. visible.