This repository contains the final deliverables and presentation materials for the Health-in-a-Box project developed as part of the Graduate Management Consulting Association (GMCA) Mini-MBA Program at the University of British Columbia (UBC).
The project focused on developing an innovative and scalable healthcare-oriented business concept through the application of core MBA frameworks and strategic analysis tools.
The Mini-MBA Program was organized by the Graduate Management Consulting Association (GMCA) at the University of British Columbia in Spring 2018.
The program was designed to introduce STEM and Humanities professionals to practical business and management concepts through an intensive multi-session format led by experienced professionals and industry mentors.
Key learning areas included:
- Strategy
- Organizational Behaviour
- Marketing
- Entrepreneurship
- Accounting
- Finance
- Operations
- Consulting and Business Communication
More information about the GMCA program can be found through UBC GMCA resources.
Health-in-a-Box was developed as a team-based business concept focused on improving healthcare accessibility and service delivery through an integrated and scalable solution model.
The project applied MBA methodologies including:
- Market analysis
- Strategic planning
- Business model development
- Financial analysis
- Stakeholder assessment
- Competitive positioning
- Operational planning
The final outcome included a comprehensive business proposal and presentation deck.
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- Final project presentation
- Business concept overview
- Strategic analysis
- Financial and operational considerations
- Team deliverables
This project involved the application of interdisciplinary skills including:
- Business Strategy
- Healthcare Innovation
- Team Collaboration
- Market Research
- Presentation and Communication
- Problem Solving
- Project Development
- Entrepreneurial Thinking
The repository includes the team’s final presentation:
📄 Team opti-Health presentation.pdf
Participation in the Mini-MBA Program provided experience in:
- Applying business concepts to real-world challenges
- Working in multidisciplinary teams
- Developing and pitching business solutions
- Translating technical ideas into strategic business opportunities
Potential future extensions of this project could include:
- Expanded healthcare market analysis
- Prototype or MVP development
- User experience testing
- Financial feasibility modeling
- Partnership and stakeholder analysis
- Digital health integration
Special thanks to the instructors, mentors, and participants of the UBC GMCA Mini-MBA Program for their guidance and collaboration throughout the program.
This project is licensed under the MIT License.