Students at University of Central Arkansas had the unique opportunity to present their own ideas for how Target can choose the right site for a distribution center.
Four teams presented their recommendations to Target executives and UCA Business faculty during the Target Case Study Competition held April 28 at the UCA College of Business. The competition was part of the Financial Management Class. Seniors Dawn Bramlett, Derek Wyatt, Chris Jones, and Ryan Hicks received $4,000 prize, $1,000 each in scholarships, for their winning presentation.
Learn more about the presentations at UCA’s YouTube page.
The winning group’s proposal describes the optimal location for a distribution center to service the growing number of Targets stores in the Northeast region of the country.
Dawn Bramlett said the case study and the experience have prepared her to see the vital importance of choosing the right site for a distribution center.
“As a team, we truly enjoyed working on this project throughout the semester,” she said. “We were extremely committed and proud of our ideas for Target.”
Target executives said they were impressed by the creativity exhibited by each of the groups. Shaun Edwards, a Target executive, said the work of the students had a direct relation to Target’s business strategy to be innovative.
Target supports programs and activities that educate students through experience in their fields of study. The Case Study Competition helps students apply classroom learning to real life business challenges and explore retail as a career option. The Target Campus Grant program provides financial support to schools for programs that develop and influence future business and community leaders. Target has a regular presence at University of Alabama, recruiting promising students for internships as well as full-time career opportunities. With its strong values, dynamic culture and commitment to team member development, Target continues to seek, attract, and retain the best talent.
