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AFRICA ANGOLA, BENIN, BURKINA FASO, CAMEROON, CONGO-BRAZZAVILLE, GHANA, GUINEA-CONAKRY, IVORY COAST, MALI, MOZAMBIQUE, NIGER, NIGERIA, SENEGAL, TOGO

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

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INTERNATIONALFINALS

UNITED KINGDOM 2013

THE WORLD’S LARGEST INTERACTIVE 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 employeesExcellent business and leadership training tool for existing employees

Take the Challenge!

ORGANISATIONS THAT HAVE PARTNERED WITH GLOBAL MANAGEMENT CHALLENGE INCLUDE

For more information contact Global Management Challenge Limited

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across 5continents

EDIT 515 & SDGThe Global Management Challenge simulator was originally designed by and is still developed by Edit 515 Limited, a company formed by Lecturers in the Operational Research Department of the University of Strathclyde. EDIT 515 and SDG are partners in developing and improving the simulator. Their aim 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.

Edit 515Limited

Simulationcreated by:

475,000+PARTICIPANTS

5 ACROSS 5 CONTINENTS

GLOBAL MANAGEMENTCHALLENGE BEGINS1980

1983 1ST INTERNATIONALEDITION

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UNITED KINGDOM 2013

PRICEWATERHOUSECOOPERS"PwC is happy to be the partner of the GMC for the 10th successive year. Connecting people from di�erent worlds – corporate executives, students and professors in the context of a strategic challenge and enriching the experience and knowledge of everyone is what makes for the conditions of an exceptional human adventure."

WHY ACCENTURE GETS INVOLVEDThe Global Management Challenge has become a core part of Accenture’s worldwide recruitment strategy. The company supports 40 student teams in Portugal and is involved with the game in three countries. Networking events bring Accenture into contact with new customers from the major players in each sector.

STAPLES SPONSORS STUDENT TEAMSTo make a contribution to the education and integration of young people in the business world are the main reasons for Staples to support teams of students in the Global Management Challenge.

Michael RussellCabinet Secretary for Education and Lifelong Learning

THE SCOTTISH GOVERNMENT“The Scottish Government recognises the key role of entrepreneurship in delivering sustainable economic recovery and growth. We are working with Scotland’s public, private and third sectors to support our entrepreneurs, allowing them to make the most of their talents.”

“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.”

WHY YOU SHOULD BECOME A PARTNER

INTERNATIONAL NEWSCHINA WITH 2000 TEAMSThe Global Management Challenge came to China 17 years ago and since then it has not stopped growing. Success in Asia has been impressive, with the annual membership now in excess of 2,000 teams.

RUSSIA AIMS TO REACH 3000 TEAMSThe ambition of the organisers of the Global Management Challenge 2012 in Russia is reaching 15,000 participants, spread over 3,000 teams. The competition arrived in Russia six years ago and the growth achieved already is clearly visible.

SUPPORT AND EVENTSSupporting 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 of GMC is also an opportunity to socialise, network, share experiences and make new contacts around the world.

Each team of 5 participants is named after the sponsoring company. After the initial Launch Events, there follows a 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 ROAD TO SUCCESS

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.

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THE GLOBAL MANAGEMENT CHALLENGE CONSISTS OF A BUSINESS SIMULATION PLAYED OVER 7 MONTHS IN WHICH HUNDREDS OF TEAMS AROUND THE WORLD EACH MANAGE A COMPANY IN ORDER TO OBTAIN THE HIGHEST INVESTMENT PERFORMANCE IN A SIMULATED STOCK MARKET.The Global Management Challenge is unique in that it allows participants to analyse economic and �nancial indicators, gain a broader view of the company, understand the interaction between di�erent functional areas and the impact that their decisions can have in an organisation, taking into account the conditions of the market in which they compete and the need to maximise customer satisfaction.

BENEFITS• Identify talented, committed and ambitious students as potential employees• Ongoing assessment and mentoring• Communicate culture and values• Unique PR within the university and college population• Broad media coverage• Excellent employer branding

PARTNERSHIPA Partner in the UK Global Management Challenge is entitled to:

• Support 15 teams• Deliver a company presentation at all Events (Launch and Finals as appropriate)• A company stand/marketing at all Events• Media coverage wherever possible• Logo and company pro�le on www.ukgmc.co.uk website

Jean-Emmanuel CombesSenior Partner for Communication & Marketing Europe, PricewaterhouseCoopers

Portuguese partners SDG are responsible for the organisation of the Global Management Challenge worldwide and for running the International Final.