The Super Analytics Challenge
The Super Analytics Challenge, led by the Joseph M. Katz Graduate School of Business, provides an opportunity for students to create data-driven solutions addressing real challenges faced by communities throughout the Pennsylvania region.
Participants from various programs frame a problem, create a data methodology, and generate operable proposals for solutions. Students have the opportunity to learn from a variety of Fortune 500 executives and representatives from national and local community organizations.
2023 Student Testimonials
It’s become increasingly clear that our students are anxious to make an impact outside of the classroom, and it is our role to diligently train them to manage during times of change and uncertainty. Our mission to prepare students to be catalysts for change is more important than ever, requiring us to prioritize our approach to integrated learning and embrace our purpose of educating leaders who positively impact humanity.
Graduate Student Participants
Innovative and Researched Solutions Offered to Community Partners
Community Partners
2024 Partner Schools
About the Super Analytics Challenge
Challenge Structure
Teams of five graduate students from across the University of Pittsburgh and university partners work together to help solve globally relevant topics with regional characteristics. The teams are each assigned an executive coach and work to develop and deliver solutions.
The teams will present their solutions across three judging phases: Problem Framing, Data Analysis, and Final Presentation.
Eligibility
The Super Analytics Challenge is open to all graduate students at the University of Pittsburgh and selected university partners (Penn State University, Carnegie Mellon University, West Virginia University, and Duquesne University). Experience is not required. To be eligible, students must:
- Complete the online application
- Provide a current resume in PDF form
- Briefly describe your interest in participating focused on the current year’s social challenge and related business skills (i.e., problem-solving, data management, etc.)
Application Timeline
- Applications Open: November 10
- Applications Due: November 27
- Challenge Dates: January – February
Prize
The winning team of students receives fellowship funding to implement their ideas through the Bridge Program. Read about past challenge winners and accomplishments in the Challenge History section.
Questions?
Interested graduate students and potential partners can learn more about the Super Analytics Challenge by contacting the Katz Career Management and Corporate Engagement Team at careermanagement@katz.pitt.edu.
The Super Analytics Challenge was a great opportunity to drive change in the community.
We love seeing academia, business, and future business leaders come together to solve not just a challenge, but a challenge that impacts so many people.
Challenge History
2023
Mental Health
This challenge focused on the shortage of behavioral health and mental health workers amid a rising need for services.
2022
Food Insecurity and Hunger
This challenge focused on addressing problems related to accessing food security.
2021
Homelessness
This challenge focused on the causes of homelessness and solutions to prevent or minimize the occurrence of homelessness.
Media Mentions
Super Analytics Challenge Prepares to Change Lives
Super Analytics Challenge Kicks Off With Community Service
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Graduate Students Succeed As Catalysts for Change in Super Analytics Challenge
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Pittsburgh Technology Council Podcast: Hear Christopher Barlow and Pitt graduate students detail the 2023 challenge and how they plan to expand it in 2024
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Challenging Students to Improve the World, AACSB
Super Analytics Challenge Partners
