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DemoBFSU

Innovative Challenge

An Annual Event

Returns in Full Force


PART.01

Competition Overview



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The "Create at BFSU" Global Innovation Challenge is a case-based competition under the "Xinchuang" competition series at Beijing Foreign Studies University. It is hosted by the Career and Entrepreneurship Center of BFSU and organized by the Maker's Club. This international academic exchange competition has been held annually since 2015, now entering its ninth year.

Upholding the educational philosophy of “Innovation, Creation, Entrepreneurship,” the competition aims to provide students with a platform for academic exchange, personal development, social practice, team collaboration, and individual showcase. It also serves as a valuable opportunity for broadening perspectives and honing abilities.

Over the past nine years, the competition has welcomed teams from across China and around the globe. It has invited outstanding faculty for training and academic guidance, and selected high-quality company cases from multinational corporations, alumni-led enterprises, and social enterprises. The competition continually strives for greater academic rigor and professionalism.


PART.02

Competition Timeline



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Create at BFSU

1

Registration Phase:

4.14 - 5.5

Team formation and participation in case-related lectures

2

Preliminary Round:

4.14 - 5.5

Submission of case analysis report, presentation slides, and roadshow video

3

Final Round:

5.18 - 5.25

English presentation and team defense

PART.03

Awards



1. Preliminary Round Awards:

Xinchuang Potential Award

Outstanding Presentation Award

Best Roadshow Video Creativity Award

2. Final Round Awards:

(1)Participants who place in the finals will receive the following rewards:

First Prize: 1 team, ¥3000

Second Prize: 2 teams, ¥2000 each

Third Prize: 3 teams, ¥1000 each

(2)Additional Awards:

Best PPT Award

Best Creativity Award

Best Individual Award

Best Social Impact Award

3.Other Rewards:

(1) All participants will receive a certificate of participation. Award-winning teams and individuals will receive certificates of achievement. BFSU students will be granted corresponding innovation and entrepreneurship credits.

(2) The "Xin Qiao Award" will be granted to the best individual performer, who may also receive internship opportunities at leading international companies

(3) Outstanding performers in the finals may receive internship opportunities from the final-round case companies.

4.Special Awards:

A special gift for voluntary filmer is available in the preliminary round. Teams that voluntarily film and submit behind-the-scenes footage of their journey—team formation, cooperation, participation, and even bloopers can win surprise gift packs and an exclusive media feature. (Note: these videos cannot be accumulated for credits.)

PART.04

Registration Process


1. Who Can Apply:

Undergraduate and graduate students (including international students) currently enrolled in Beijingbased universities.

This competition adopts both self-selected and random team formation modes. Participants may choose to form their own teams of 3 to 5 members (cross-university teams are allowed). Individuals participating alone can form teams freely in the pre-competition group chat.



2. Registration Period:

4.14 – 5.5

All materials must be submitted before the preliminary round deadline. Participants must select a preferred case topic upon registrat-ion.


3. How to Register:

Click "Read More" at the end of the article to access the official competition website. Follow the instructions to fill in and submit your registration.


4. Case Topics:

Marketing Track: Global expansion of Chinese food and beverage brands

Consulting Track: Smart Home Solutions

(Note: All participants must select a case topic when registering. Materials must be submitted before the end of the preliminary round.)









Other Activities (During Registration Phase)


"Trailblazers' Talks" Lecture Series:This series will feature guest speakers from the case companies, offering insights into the case topics. These open lectures will be available to all BFSU students. Details on participation and registration will be announced in future posts.


Pre-competition Communication – Join the Group Chat:

Scan the QR code to join the WeChat group. If the code expires, add the event coordinator: WeChat ID: Pacino30 to be added manually.



Here

through real-world enterprise solutions,
You’ll find your stage.
By exploring case studies

and industry research,
You’ll sharpen your business thinking.
Through collaboration and public speaking,
You’ll develop all-around abilities.

So… are you ready?



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Post by | Liu Zihan
Reviewed by | Ge Xinqi