AcademyGlobal, in collaboration with the Institute of Strategic Risk Management (ISRM), has launched the Strategic Risk Case Competition 2025, offering university students in Australia and New Zealand the chance to apply strategic risk principles in a competitive environment. Seventy teams from twenty universities, covering nearly every Australian state and territory (excluding the Northern Territory) and New Zealand, are taking part. The competition promotes learning, collaboration and skill development.
The 2025 case challenges participants to advise a high-growth Australian company navigating complex global risks. Teams will act as strategic risk consultants, developing board-level presentations to assess risk exposure, propose mitigation strategies and chart a sustainable growth roadmap. The competition format mirrors real-world consulting, with teams working under time constraints to deliver actionable recommendations.
After receiving over one hundred expressions of interest, the competition has seen an impressive level of engagement. Finalist teams will present their solutions to an expert judging panel, with the Award Ceremony scheduled for April 14, where Dr David Rubens will be presenting the awards.
The competition is structured as follows:
- Student submissions (written reports) due by 5:00 pm AEST on April 9
- Results of the first round published by 6:00pm AEST on April 11
- Live presentations and Q&A will take place on April 14 from 9:00am to 12:00pm AEST
- Award Ceremony at 5:00 pm AEST, hosted by Dr David Rubens
The event highlights AcademyGlobal and ISRM’s commitment to advancing risk management education, providing a platform for future risk professionals to thrive.
Key updates:
- 70 university teams confirmed
- Representation from Australia and New Zealand
Top 10 finalist teams announced, advancing to the final round for live presentations to an expert panel of judges:
- The Australian National University – NovaGuard Advisory
- Auckland University of Technology – Risvara Consultancy
- Macquarie University – WealthWise Consulting
- Torrens University Australia – Americas Consulting
- The University of Waikato – Foresight Consulting
- Western Sydney University – Eco-Friendly Advisors
- University of Wollongong – Lotus Consulting Group
- The University of Queensland – Keystone Strategy
- Torrens University Australia – Nexus Triad
- University of Wollongong – Unlimited Consulting Firm
Stay tuned for the announcement of the 2025 Strategic Risk Champions!