The Grand Finale of the Business Case Competition 2026, jointly organised by HSBC and BRAC University, was held at the university’s Multipurpose Hall, marking the conclusion of one of Bangladesh’s most prestigious undergraduate business competitions.

Now in its 14th year, the competition has engaged over 70,000 students to date and provided 44 participants the opportunity to represent Bangladesh at the international stage in Hong Kong.

This year’s edition saw participation from more than 1,600 students representing 46 universities across the country. After progressing through multiple competitive rounds, the top teams advanced to the final stage, where they presented strategic solutions to a real-world business case before an expert panel.

The event was attended by Sarah Cooke, British High Commissioner to Bangladesh, as Chief Guest, and Mahmud Hasan Khan, President of the Bangladesh Garment Manufacturers and Exporters Association (BGMEA), as Special Guest.

The judging panel included Shamima Akhter of Unilever Bangladesh Limited, Husne Ara Shikha of Bangladesh Bank, and Ziaur Rahman of H&M Bangladesh.

Following a highly competitive finale, Team Six Seven from Bangladesh University of Professionals (BUP) emerged as the champion. Team Arctic Wolves from North South University (NSU) secured the 1st runner-up position, while Team Rotten MARS from BUP finished as 2nd runner-up.

The champion team received a trophy and BDT 200,000 and will represent Bangladesh at the global finale in Hong Kong. The 1st runner-up received BDT 100,000 and the 2nd runner-up received BDT 50,000, along with trophies.

Addressing the audience, Sarah Cooke said, “Education is a cornerstone of the UK–Bangladesh partnership. Strong collaboration between academia and industry will help build the skilled workforce Bangladesh needs for the future.”

Mahmud Hasan Khan noted that such competitions play a vital role in preparing future leaders, particularly as industries like the ready-made garment sector adapt to global demands.

Speaking on the occasion, Mahbub ur Rahman, CEO of HSBC Bangladesh, highlighted the importance of bridging academic knowledge with real-world application, stating that the competition equips students with a global mindset.

Mohammad Mujibul Haque, Dean of BRAC Business School, emphasised the role of business case competitions in strengthening experiential learning and fostering industry-academia collaboration.

Vice-Chancellor Syed Ferhat Anwar was also present at the event.

Over the years, the HSBC Business Case Competition has established itself as a leading platform for developing future business leaders in Bangladesh. The 2026 edition once again highlighted the talent and potential of the country’s youth in solving complex business challenges.