The TBS Graduates Scholar Hunt is reaching an exhilarating stage as we prepare for the second round of this competition. This initiative by The Business Standard has been designed to recognise and support exceptional undergraduate students across Bangladesh, and the anticipation is building as we edge closer to identifying the visionaries of tomorrow.
What is TBS Graduates Scholar Hunt?
The TBS Graduates Scholar Hunt is a platform that invites students from various disciplines, including Business Administration, Architecture, and Engineering & Technology, to showcase their innovative talents. The competition aims to foster creativity, interdisciplinary collaboration, and practical problem-solving among the future generation of leaders.
Final round details
Scheduled for 19 July, the final round will bring together the 16 shortlisted participants who have excelled in the first round. This round will determine the winners who will be awarded TK1 lakh each to support their academic journeys in their respective fields.
What to expect in the final round
Participants will present their detailed projects and prototypes to a panel of esteemed judges. The focus will be on the following categories:
- Business Administration: Contestants will pitch their groundbreaking business ideas, showcasing innovation and strategic thinking.
- Architecture: Participants will present their sustainable design solutions aimed at addressing significant social or structural challenges in Bangladesh.
- Engineering & Technology: Competitors will demonstrate their energy-saving devices or services, emphasising feasibility, affordability, and energy conservation.
Key components of the final round presentations
- Detailed business model or design: Participants will provide a comprehensive overview of their projects, including market analysis, competitive landscape, and potential impact.
- Prototypes or mock-ups: Contestants in the architecture and engineering categories will present prototypes or 3D models to demonstrate the functionality and practicality of their designs.
- Budget and resource plan: A thorough breakdown of the required resources, projected costs, and potential revenue or savings.
- Question-and-answer session: Judges will engage with participants to delve deeper into their projects, assessing their depth of understanding and ability to address challenges.
Join us in celebrating innovation
Stay tuned for updates as we progress through the second round and move towards the grand finale. Follow our journey on our website and social media channels as we uncover and celebrate the visionary talents that will shape the future of business, architecture, and engineering in Bangladesh.
The TBS Graduates Scholar Hunt continues to be a beacon of inspiration and opportunity, empowering students to push the boundaries of creativity and innovation. Join us in supporting and recognising the next generation of leaders and innovators.