LBS is proud to host the first ever World Debating Championships!

On the 9th of June, London Business School will play host to the first ever World Debating Championships- Young Professional edition.
Teams from around the world, from INSEAD, Said, Imperial and Stanford, as well as corporate teams from  some of the worlds biggest firms will all compete over 4 rounds to become the first ever World Champion.

What you will get
We are working hard to make this the most exciting competition ever, and you will get 

• Full 3 course sit down dinner
• Cash prizes for the winning team (Minimum £250)
• Spa vouchers for the winning Novice Team
• Unlimited wine
• 4 rounds of debating
• Judging and feedback from former World Champion Debaters
• Networking opportunities with recruiters from all the major consulting firms
• A bucking bronco.

Tickets
Team ticket - This ticket entitles a team of 2 people to participate in the full competition, be eligable for the prizes and for both team members to attend the Gala Dinner and networking drinks.
Dinner only ticket - This ticket is for a single individual and only entitles them to come to the finals of the competition, the gala dinner and the networking drinks. It does not entitle them to compete or be eligable for prizes

Chief Adjudication Team
Harish Natarajan - Head of economic risk AKE international, 2012 European Champion, 2015 World Championships Grand finalist.
Daisy Onubogu - Head of Venture Scouts at Backed VC, Winner of Estonian open & SSE riga debate competitions and Business Posts 30 under 30 recipicant
Daniel Klein - History Student, Top breaking team at EUDC 2018 and 20 times CA of international competitions.
Liz Wheeler- Worlds breaking speaker, Barrister specialising in Healthcare & Pharmaceuticals and on Advisory Committee for Manchester EUDC 2013

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Our Sponsors
We would like to take an opportunity to thank our sponsors
Mudano - A world leading data analytics consultancy, working with all of the top Financial services firms
Accenture Strategy- A global strategy consulting firm that offers business strategy, technology strategy and operations strategy services that drive value, shape new businesses and design operating models.


FAQS
1) What is the maximum number of teams able to compete?
The maximum teams able to compete is 80
2) Is accomodation provided?
No, Due to the timing and nature of the tournament it is impossible to provide accomodation to teams
3) What is the dress code?
The dress code is business casual
4) Can I come along as a judge/observer?
A limited number of funded judging spots will be available where we will cover travel and catering costs. Contact djones.mba2020@london.edu for further details

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