Fordham is one of 30 universities invited to participate in the 2022 Klynveld Peat Marwick Goerdeler (KPMG) LLP Ideation Challenge. The challenge requires student groups to identify a way to achieve carbon neutrality.

Through collaboration with KPMG experts, students develop their solutions for the challenge and undergo mentorship to make improvements upon said solutions. Students are expected to research the topic and create a technological solution that can be easily achieved and globally implemented. Following the creation, students pitch their ideas to business investors.

The challenge was advertised through the Fordham Career Center, and the first round  took place on Nov. 7.

The challenge itself takes place in increments throughout the year, with the finals set for April 7-8. The competing teams must be comprised of 4-6 members and include at least one female and one male student. The students must also be either freshmen, sophomores or juniors.

Challenge winners are granted cash sums and the first place team is given the title of “Team India.” Winners are also extended the opportunity to attend networking events in India, sponsored by KPMG, in which students are encouraged to interact and speak with CEOs of multiple start-ups.

The challenge creates a space for students to work closely with KPMG members in addition to STEM experts. It also allows for collaboration and networking between undergraduate students from many different countries. While students who participate in the challenge work to positively impact their community, they are also encouraged to learn about KPMG as a company, as well as are invited to consider KPMG India for a potential career option.

In addition to the 2022 KPMG LLP Ideation Challenge, Fordham’s Career Center is also offering other opportunities to students.

An upcoming offered event, a collaboration between the Career Center and the New York Giants, provides students the opportunity to get involved with a major sports organization.
Students are offered the opportunity to participate in a case study competition in which they work as a team. Interested students can apply until Dec. 1.