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Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
Interested in participating in KICC but have questions? We have answers.
You have questions. We have answers.
- What is KICC?
- What is the KICC challenge about?
- When do the international finals take place?
- Am I eligible to apply?
- What happens after my team submit the idea for the challenge?
- Can I participate if my country is not listed as a participant?
- What can I expect if my team is selected to go to the national finals?
- What can I expect if my team is selected to to to the international finals?
What is KICC?
The KPMG Innovation and Collaboration Challenge (KICC) is your chance solve some of the world’s biggest challenges. Embark on a journey of learning, explore new innovations and experience what it’s like to be a professional business consultant.
During KICC, you’ll work in teams of four to explore global issues, tackle big business briefs and even see your ideas make a difference in the real world.
And if that wasn’t enough, the top team per country will join us at the 2019 grand final in Buenos Aires, Argentina, where you’ll have the opportunity to make your ideas a reality.
What is the KICC challenge about?
KICC is a series of challenges for you and your team to complete. Test the skills and ideas you have and put your creative, strategic, business and global hats on.
In round 1, you’ll be asked:
What innovations would help to empower people in disadvantaged communities to take control of their own health and well-being?
To answer the question, you can choose any company you like (a profit or not-for-profit organization). You’ll then create an idea for that company that will empower people in disadvantaged communities to take control of their health and well-being. It should also innovate, disrupt and transform your selected company’s current business model. Your idea could be anything from a new process, to a new technology, to a new service, to anything in between.
When do the international finals take place?
KICC 2019 takes place 8-11 April in Buenos Aires, Argentina.
Am I eligible to apply?
We want the best thinkers in the world to apply for KICC. But as well as being forward-thinking and innovative, you and your team need to check all these points if you want to take part:
- Your country is participating in KICC 2019
- You and your team of 4 are currently enrolled in a full-time Undergraduate/Bachelor’s degree program with at least 1 year remaining of your studies
- I have a team of 4 students with at least 1 male and 1 female on my team
What happens after my team submit the idea for the challenge?
Click here for an overview of participating countries. After the deadline as set by your local KPMG firm, the recruiter from your country will let you and your team know if your idea has been picked to go on to the next round; the national finals.
Can I participate if my home country is not listed as a participant?
To participate in KPMG's Innovation and Collaboration Challenge, you must compete as part of a nationally sponsored KPMG team. This means that you need to be enrolled in a Undergraduate/Bachelor’s degree within the country you wish to apply in and/or be a citizen of that country.
What can I expect if my team is chosen to go to the national finals?
During the national finals you and your team will further work on the idea that you have submitted. You will present your idea to a panel of KPMG judges.
What can I expect if my team is selected to to to the international finals?
KPMG member firms provide many professional services to clients, and the challenge that you and your team will work on during the finals reflect this. You will collaborate with people from KPMG and students from all over the world to find innovative solutions for a real-life KPMG client. Get ready to innovate, disrupt and transform!
Want to know more?
Please contact us on KICCSouthAfrica@KPMG.co.za
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