The Chiu School of Business at Bow Valley College proudly hosts the Annual Western Canada Accounting Case Competition, a premier event that showcases the talent and innovation of the region's top business students from colleges and polytechnics. This highly anticipated competition challenges teams to analyze complex case studies and develop practical, impactful solutions to real-world business problems. Participants gain invaluable experience, enhance their problem-solving skills, and demonstrate their ability to perform under pressure. Known for its intensity and the caliber of its competitors, this event highlights the Chiu School of Business's commitment to academic excellence and career readiness.
1st Annual Western Accounting Case Competition
At the 1st Annual Western Accounting Case Competition, nine teams tackled a complex case study focused on the manufacturing sector within the technology industry. Competing in Calgary, each team demonstrated remarkable ingenuity by presenting innovative and distinctive solutions to a panel of esteemed judges. Their creativity, dedication, and hard work were truly commendable, showcasing a steadfast commitment to excellence. We are incredibly proud of their efforts and the outstanding way they represented their teams, coaches, institutions, and the Chiu School of Business. 2024 Bow Valley College Team from left to right: Lindsey Marofke (coach), Alyssa Masilang, Alice Ma, Josh Mitchell, Jianna Nam and Jobelyn Escobar
2nd Annual Western Accounting Case Competition
Following the resounding success of the inaugural Western Canada Accounting Case Competition held on March 22-23, 2024, I am pleased to invite your institution to participate in the 2nd Annual Western Canada Accounting Case Competition for Colleges and Polytechnics, hosted by Bow Valley College on March 28-29, 2025. The event provides a premier platform for students to demonstrate their accounting skills by tackling real-world financial and accounting scenarios. This competition is tailored for diploma students majoring in accounting at colleges and polytechnics, offering a valuable opportunity to apply their academic training to practical challenges. Degree-granting polytechnics are welcome to enter second-year students from their accounting programs.
Team Prizes:
- 1st Place: $2,500
- 2nd Place: $1,500
- 3rd Place: $750
Each institution is invited to register a team of five students, with four students participating in the presentations. The registration fee is $1,000 per team.
To register, please go to this link: https://BVCAcctgCaseComp2025.eventbrite.ca
NOTE: Please make sure to complete all information. For non-applicable, please enter N/A. For payment option, please choose ‘Pay by invoice’.
The registration deadline is January 31, 2025.
A block of rooms has been reserved at the Hilton Garden Inn Downtown Calgary at a negotiated rate of $147 +tax per night. The hotel is located directly across the street from Bow Valley College. Rates are valid March 27 to 30, 2025. Tel. 587-352-2020; group code 91P.
We look forward to your institution's participation and to fostering collaboration between students and faculty in this esteemed event.
