Action-Based Learning Projects:
MAP & Consulting Studio
Buford, GA
Buford, GA
2024
Online MBA
Market Analysis and Assessment
Develop a business case for Catalayst Nutraceuticals (a CMO) to pitch a private label brand to a growing retailer (e.g., TJ MAX). Additionally develop a comprehensive view of trends in the nutraceutical market (formats growing, capacity in market, etc.)
Faculty Advisors
Dearborn, MI
Dearborn, MI
2025
Weekend MBA MAP
Brand Positioning and Communication
The City of Dearborn is seeking assistance in developing a financial strategy for the City’s rebranding efforts and 5-year marketing campaign. Deliverables from the final project will inform budgetary decisions and the creation of an RFP for the City’s rebrand.
Faculty Advisors
Albion, MI
Albion, MI
2024
Executive MBA MAP
Go-To-Market Strategy
Caster Concepts, a Midwest manufacturer of industrial casters and wheels, aims to develop a disruptive go-to-market strategy that bypasses the traditional distribution channels. Currently, these channels include specialty caster distributors and large multi-line distributors such as Fastenal, Grainger, and Motion Industries. The EMBA team will develop a new operations strategy that examines different direct to companies and customers options. The team will assess all aspects of Caster Concepts manufacturing operations, understand it’s sales processes, and look at how AI could change the distribution strategy.
Note: The CEO is an EMBA grad who was a MD that sold his medical practice to takeover this company and has successfully grown the company over the years. It’s a great story of transition and owner your own company too.
Note: The CEO is an EMBA grad who was a MD that sold his medical practice to takeover this company and has successfully grown the company over the years. It’s a great story of transition and owner your own company too.
Faculty Advisors