Bringing global perspectives to real-world challenges.
The Sydney International Business Competition brings together university teams from around the world for an intensive week of case analysis, presentations, professional development and cultural exchange. Across two major business cases, competitors will apply their knowledge, creativity and teamwork to real-world challenges before presenting their recommendations to expert judging panels.
The six-day program combines two competitive case challenges with opportunities for teams to explore Sydney, build international connections and celebrate their achievements.
Sunday 19 July
Teams arrive in Sydney, meet their buddies and come together for the official opening of SIBC 2026.
Monday 20 July
The first competition challenge tests each team’s ability to analyse a business problem and develop a compelling recommendation under time pressure.
Tuesday 21 July
Teams step away from the case rooms to experience Sydney with their buddies and take part in the SIBC social challenge.
Wednesday 22 July
The major case challenge begins as teams investigate a complex real-world problem and prepare their strategy overnight.
Thursday 23 July
Teams complete and submit their recommendations before using the afternoon to recover, rehearse and prepare for the final presentation day.
Friday 24 July
Teams present their twenty-four-hour case solutions, with the strongest teams advancing to the final before the competition champions are announced.
SIBC provides an opportunity for students to test their skills, learn from different perspectives and form lasting connections with students and faculty advisors from around the world.
Competition activities take place across the University of Sydney campus and central Sydney.
Competition location
The University of Sydney
Darlington Lane and Abercrombie Street
Darlington NSW 2008
Team accommodation
169–179 Thomas Street
Haymarket NSW 2000
SIBC 2026 welcomes student teams and faculty advisors from leading universities across Australia, Asia, Europe and North America.
The eighth edition of the Sydney International Business Competition brings together talented students to share ideas, test their skills and build international connections in Sydney.