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Are you up for a high-altitude challenge?

Each year the Daniels College of Business brings together graduate students from around the country for a business ethics case competition and alpine ski challenge all rolled into one.

Teams of four graduate students compete to solve a business case with an ethical dilemma before taking on a race challenge at Breckenridge Ski Resort. Total scores are calculated weighting 90% on case competition scores and 10% on the ski race.

Registration closed on Nov. 1, 2025. For more information contact bailee.gardunio@du.edu.

Presented by:

Sponsor TBD

Event Details

Event dates: Feb. 19-22, 2026

Event timeline:

  • Registration deadline—Nov. 1, 2025
  • Case released—Jan. 31, 2026

Race and Case weekend

  • Teams arrive and welcome happy hour—Feb. 19, 2026
  • Case presentations—Feb. 20, 2026
  • Alpine Ski and Snowboard Race and awards reception—Feb. 21, 2026

Competition Details

  • Teams will consist of 4 business graduate students.
  • Case presentations will be given to a panel of DCB corporate and alumni partners.
  • Presentations must be no longer than 10 minutes.
  • 7 minutes will be given at the end of each presentation for judge Q&A.
  • Final scores will be weighted 90% on the case presentation and 10% on the ski/snowboard race.

Provided for Participants

The $5,000 per team entry fee includes:

  • 3 nights lodging for 4 students and 1 advisor
  • transportation to and from Breckenridge
  • ski resort
  • ski passes
  • equipment rentals
  • most meals

Case Competition Prizes

Winning teams will receive:

  • First Place: $5,000
  • Second Place: $3,000
  • Third Place: $1,000

Thank You To Our Sponsors

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Have Questions Now? We Have Answers:

How does it work? Teams of four graduate students compete to solve a business case with an ethical dilemma before taking on a race challenge at Breckenridge Ski Resort. Total scores are calculated weighting 90% on case competition scores and 10% on the ski race.

Where is it? The case competition will be held on the University of Denver campus, and the ski race will be held at Breckenridge Ski Resort.

How much does it cost? $5,000 per team. This entry fee includes:

  • transportation to and from Breckenridge
  • ski resort
  • ski passes
  • equipment rentals
  • most meals

Why should I do it? Create some phenomenal memories while you show off your business skills, network with alumni and business leaders, and compete for prizes.

What can I win? The winning team will receive swag and a cash price, as well as bragging rights!

Who’s on a team? The competition is open to teams of 4 business graduate students from select schools.