Students analyze an Industry Partner’s environment and existing business plan and subsequently develop an evolved and relevant comprehensive business and operational plan for the organization, through the application of theoretical and applied learning gained throughout the program.

What are the benefits to the client?

• Fresh new ideas and perspectives
• Enthusiastic team of students working on your project, advised by experienced faculty
• Low-cost exploration of new business ideas
• Explore products or services that are outside of your organization's current business plan
• Connect with Sheridan College academic community
• Students will provide approximately 160 hours of work, without financial payment dedicated to solving your problem

During the fifteen-week semester, partners should allow for six class visits, over two hours, in addition to 20hrs of assignment reading, review and student offline questions. It is estimated that for every partner hour invested, the return is x20 free student hrs.

The following assignments are prepared for partner review and feedback:

1) Statement of work (SOW) - project outline and plan

2) Current State Analysis - environmental scan, competitor analysis, company analysis, mission/vision

3) Strategic Plan - SWOT matrix, Strategic Recommendations, Business Objectives, Marketing Strategy, Revenue Model

4) Operations Plan - Marketing Plan, Supply Chain Plan, Human Resources Plan, IT Plan, CSR Plan, Financial Model Forecast, Funding Strategies, Risk Management

5) Executive Presentation