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The Madison Consulting Club aims to support our community by providing free consulting support to nearby businesses, non-profits, and other organizations. Understanding the challenges of running a business, we offer pro-bono consulting services to extend a helping hand. By supporting Harrisonburg businesses and organizations, our consultants gain valuable industry experience, offering them the hands-on knowledge they need to excel in the consulting field. In exchange, we offer businesses tailored solutions, fresh insights, and innovative approaches to address specific challenges.
Our students are eager to apply their knowledge to real-world business issues, bringing a new perspective to client challenges. Our consultants begin their time with the Madison Consulting Club by completing a 9-week education program, partnered with the consulting staff from EY, covering the basics of client etiquette, presentation creation, and more. This education model is used in undergraduate consulting organizations nationwide, and allows our consultants to take the knowledge they’ve gained and apply it to a wide variety of business needs.
Our consulting services are entirely complimentary, devoid of any fees or financial commitments. Our dedication to excellence in education and practical experience drives us to offer our expertise and insights. We firmly believe in the power of knowledge exchange and hands-on learning experiences. Clients not only gain access to a pool of talented and motivated students but also contribute to our learning journey. This commitment allows us to focus solely on delivering impactful solutions and driving positive outcomes for partnered businesses.
Recognizing the value of our clients time, our engagements are crafted to minimize disruption to day-to-day operations. The project begins with a brief conversation to delve into project specifics. Upon mutual agreement, the project involves an introductory call with our team followed by three structured checkpoints throughout the semester, along with an expectation of communication through email or phone call, as fit. This framework ensures streamlined collaboration while maintaining focus on company business objectives.
"Working with the Madison Consulting Club on the RCPS Style Guide was an incredible experience. As the sole communications professional supporting 25 schools in our division, I often face the challenge of balancing strategy, design, and day-to-day demands. Having this team of students deliver such a high-quality product was not only a tremendous help, it elevated the level of support I could offer across our entire school system."
"The finished guide is something I simply wouldn’t have had the time, resources, or talent to create on my own. I know this project was one of the more comprehensive undertakings the students worked on, and their professionalism, attention to detail, and creative vision truly impressed me. These students are not only capable, they are exceptional, and I have no doubt they will be a valuable asset to any organization lucky enough to hire them."
"The Madison Consulting Club provides a great opportunity for JMU students to showcase their skills and talents while assisting local businesses, like ours! Thanks for all of their great work!"