The Sefa Case Club is a student-led initiative that empowers ambitious students interested in strategy, consulting, and business problem-solving. Through hands-on case-based learning, members sharpen their analytical thinking, communication, and teamwork skills.

Looking for an opportunity to connect with the Dutch corporate scene? To test your academic skills on real business cases? All while growing both personally and professionally with fellow inspiring students from all over the world?

The Sefa Case Club is a student association at the faculty of Economics and Business at the University of Amsterdam attempting to apply academic theory students learn in a practical way through solving real-life business cases. Business cases are documents written by company professionals that detail a problem that a certain public organization or private

company is encountering. The topics covered range from finance to corporate social responsibility (CSR), and from marketing to digital innovation. Cases are typically solved in teams of 4 students, in a timeframe ranging from 3 to 32 hours, and are presented to and judged by a panel of academic staff, consultants, and industry professionals. To train our members and prepare them for international case competitions, we host training, workshops, and case days throughout the year.

Committee Experience

By being a Case Solver, students gain valuable hands-on experience by working on real business challenges through competitions, often in collaboration with actual companies. These experiences not only enhance their problem-solving, teamwork, and presentation skills, but also give them a practical edge beyond the classroom. Students have the opportunity to travel to international universities with expenses covered, representing their teams in global competitions. Along the way, they become part of a motivated and supportive community, build friendships, and network with top firms like Deloitte, EY, and many others. Being a Case Solver is more than just training—it’s a launchpad for personal and professional growth.

Committee Structure

We offer 1–2 training sessions each week, designed to build practical skills and confidence in real-world problem solving. Each month, members will also take part in a special training session led by an industry professional, company representative, or professor, offering unique insights and networking opportunities. Regular trainings begin with a brief introduction to the topic, followed by hands-on group practice to apply what was learned. Activities may include practice consulting cases, feedback rounds, and mock competitions. For mock competitions, participants are divided into teams and present their solutions in front of a jury or classmates, receiving valuable feedback to refine their approach. These sessions aim to blend theory with practice and prepare members for actual consulting challenges.

Selection process:

Round 1: from 25th August to 28th September

• Submit your CV
• Solve and submit a written response to the attached case study (“BrewBox Coffe Co.”)

Link to the case and instructions: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1rsEwJFjjgOhjU3LcEk5CnVc_yP_Wen7f/view?usp=sharing

Round 2: 1st – 3rd October

• Group interviews
• The interview will include a business case (no preparation is necessary for this assessment).

Round 3: 6th October

• Individual Interview if further evaluation is needed.

Final verdict: 7th October

Introduction day and drinks: 9th October