180 Degrees Consulting Canterbury Creative Ideas, Practical Action, Lasting Change.

180 Degrees Consulting Canterbury

Creative Ideas, Practical Action, Lasting Change

180 Degrees Consulting

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Who are we?

• 180 Degrees Consulting is an international volunteer student consultancy that works with socially conscious organizations, helping them achieve a greater social impact.

• We help non-profit organizations and charities to solve their business problems

• Founded at the University of Sydney in 2007

• Effective use of funds is just as important as the level of funds


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History

We currently employ over 350 consultants in 19 offices internationally

Our international network and human capital are our most important resources, responsible for generating considerable social impact.


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Why it works

Project

Our student-consultants get unparalleled work

experience to contribute to the community by

applying their knowledge in a practical

environment.

The NGOs will get consulting services that address problems and

offer innovative, sustainable and practical

solutions


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Canterbury Branch• Started in the second semester of 2012• We had 2 clients for the initial semester• Continued to grow and currently have 4 projects running this semester• Have worked with 8 clients since 2012 with repeating business from

clients who were impressed with our work


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How a project works

Clients are engaged and an initial problem scope is defined

Recruitment of consultants

Regular meetings with clients and teams


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How a project works

Training for the consultants provided by industry professionals and university lecturers

Final report with findings submitted to the client

Presentation evening where the team presents their findings to the client. Are often asked to present to Board of Directors or national offices


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Why we are different

• Our consultants want to make a difference to the community

• Provide the opportunity for them to use their skills effectively

• Our consultants gain professional experience that they are proud to put on their CV

• We draw on a vast pool of knowledge for projects• It is a mutually beneficial experience for the client

and students• International opportunities provided


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How can NGOs and charities get involved?

• We are always looking for new clients to help• Approach us with an idea of a problem and we will discuss further• The project will run for a semester (12 weeks)• Will receive a report and presentation of findings

“The world needs more ideas like those developed by 180 Degrees Consulting, and more people like them with the social conscience, passion and ability to make change happen.” – Donald J. Johnston, Former OECD Secretary-General (1996-2006)

“180 Degrees is delivering results and delivering on its mission.” - Taz Mukorombindo, CEO Canterbury Business Association


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Future Plans

• Continue to grow client base in Christchurch• Start offices in Auckland and Wellington by 2014• Enable companies and organizations to achieve social impact by

enabling the most capable university students to develop sustainable solutions in a socially conscious world


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Thank you for listening

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180 Degrees Consulting Canterbury Creative Ideas, Practical Action, Lasting Change.

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