Business Data Analysis and Desion-Making Competition 2025: AI & Sustainable Future

2025.05.23 (Fri）13:00 ~ 17:00

Speeches/Courses/Contests

In the wave of globalization and digital transformation, Artificial Intelligence (AI) technologies have been rapidly advancing and are now widely applied across various industries, creating new opportunities for business decision-making and social development. At the same time, the United Nations’ Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) emphasize that economic growth should go hand-in-hand with environmental protection and social equity, forming a shared global objective. Against this backdrop, the integration of AI and SDGs can further enhance the resolution of diverse challenges—for example, using machine learning to predict resource demands, optimizing supply chain processes, or leveraging big data to assess environmental and social impacts—achieving a win-win between economic benefits and sustainable development.

To equip students with the ability to apply knowledge to solve real-world problems during their studies, the College of Business annually hosts a Business Data Analytics and Decision-Making Competition for students enrolled in foundational courses. This year, the competition focuses on integrating AI and SDGs, encouraging students to combine AI technologies with their business expertise to develop innovative and socially impactful solutions.

The foundational curriculum follows the CDIO framework—Conceive, Design, Implement, and Operate—guiding students through problem identification to real-world application. The program integrates core business subjects such as economics, accounting, statistics, management, marketing, and financial management, helping students apply this knowledge in authentic contexts.

Some courses are conducted in English as a Medium of Instruction (EMI), providing a bilingual learning environment where students can strengthen their professional English and global perspective, laying the foundation for advanced studies and future careers. This teaching method aligns with the university’s vision of nurturing talent that meets national development needs and promotes education that connects learning and application.

This competition reflects the core values of the foundational curriculum. It offers students a practical challenge to apply AI tools and business knowledge to address sustainability issues while cultivating creative thinking, teamwork, and social responsibility. Through this experience, students will learn how to use technology and business analysis to bring real improvements to society and everyday life, demonstrating the value of combining knowledge and skills.

[Eligibility]

Students enrolled in foundational subjects during the 113th academic year (Economics, Statistics, Accounting, Management, Marketing, Financial Management).
Students enrolled in EMI courses.

[Team Formation]

Each team must consist of 3 to 8 members.
Cross-disciplinary teams are recommended to encourage diverse perspectives.
Each team must appoint one team leader to communicate with the organizers and submit competition materials.

[Registration Rules]

Eligible students may choose to register in either the EMI Group or the Chinese Group, but each student may only participate in one team.

Registration Period: April 8 to May 8, 2025

EMI Group Registration Link:
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSd5TeFmO6q_q8v3Kk8ImBRMgq6p5urdIrdCk7O8gZyoXF47Gw/viewform
Chinese Group Registration Link:
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSesefYEYwX6n5u8IjPcr7rhRXVX_2Ho_B_zBA4R9SYOdG4kIA/viewform

[Important Dates]

Registration Period: April 8 – May 8, 2025

Workshop: April 25, 2025 (12:00–14:00)

Preliminary Selection Announcement: May 15, 2025

Final Submission Deadline: Before 11:59 PM, May 19, 2025

Final Presentation Date: May 23, 2025

[Competition Details]
The competition is divided into two groups based on the language of instruction and student preference: EMI Group and Chinese Group. Participants may select the group that best aligns with their coursework and expertise.

The competition centers on the SDGs, encouraging students to integrate AI tools with business knowledge to propose analytical and innovative solutions to the SDG topics of their choice.

Proposal Requirements:

Each team must collaboratively draft and submit a project proposal that utilizes knowledge from core business subjects (economics, accounting, statistics, management, financial management, and marketing) along with AI tools for data analysis or strategic planning.
Submission Format: PDF file
Length: Suggested 5–15 pages (excluding appendices), flexible based on actual content
Evaluation Criteria: Effective use of AI tools, integration of business knowledge, relevance to SDGs, innovation, and feasibility.

[Theme Guidance]

To help participants apply their business knowledge and AI tools to real-world problems, the competition themes are based on the following three SDGs:

SDG 9 – Industry, Innovation, and Infrastructure: Use AI and data analysis to enhance industrial efficiency, improve infrastructure, or promote technological innovation.
SDG 12 – Responsible Consumption and Production: Explore how AI can optimize resource use, reduce waste, or enhance sustainable supply chains.
SDG 13 – Climate Action: Apply data analytics and AI tools to reduce carbon emissions, improve environmental monitoring, or design strategies for climate change mitigation.

Teams may focus on 1–2 specific SDGs or integrate multiple goals. The emphasis should be on problem analysis and strategic planning, rather than detailed algorithm design. However, the data analysis process and results must be clearly explained.

[Suggested Proposal Structure]

The proposal should showcase how business knowledge, AI tools, and the SDG framework are used to develop solutions. The following structure is suggested and can be adjusted based on team needs:

Project Goals and Problem Definition
Creative Concept and AI Application
Interdisciplinary Integration and Impact Analysis
Expected Benefits and Sustainability Impact
Appendix

[Awards & Prizes]

EMI Group

1st Prize: Certificate + NT$15,000

2nd Prize: Certificate + NT$12,000

3rd Prize: Certificate + NT$10,000

Merit Awards (3 teams): Certificate + NT$5,000

Honorable Mentions (5 teams): Certificate

Best AI Application Award: Certificate (may be awarded alongside other prizes)

Best Sustainable Innovation Award: Certificate (may be awarded alongside other prizes)

All teams that submit a complete proposal will receive a Certificate of Participation.

Chinese Group

1st Prize: Certificate + NT$8,000

2nd Prize: Certificate + NT$5,000

3rd Prize: Certificate + NT$3,000

Merit Awards (3 teams): Certificate + NT$1,000