25 Nov 2025
Do you have a business challenge that needs to be addressed? Are you looking for one-on-one consultancy, free of cost to your organisation?
We're pleased to inform you that consultancy brief applications for the Adam Smith Consultancy Experience (ACE) 25/26 are now open! The deadline to submit applications is December 23rd.
Adam Smith Consultancy Experience
The ACE, formerly referred to as Industry Projects, is a student led, one to one consultancy initiative at postgraduate (PGT) level. It allows students to work directly with a client on a tailored project addressing a real business need. The project runs over 6–8 weeks during June and July 2026. Students apply their knowledge to deliver actionable insights and solutions. At the end, the client receives an Executive Summary and a final report to support business progress. The consultancy brief can be linked to any area of the business. Here are the eligible courses who can apply for ACE as a pathway:
Brief Submission Information
A good consultancy brief is essential because it provides clear, structured information that helps students understand a business and its needs. It should begin with contact details to establish key points of communication. The organisation section should outline the company’s background, vision, mission, strengths, products or services, customers, competitors, and external opportunities and threats. The proposed project section should state the project’s aim, rationale, expected outputs and outcomes, and market focus, including any prior research. Finally, additional information or useful links should be provided to ensure consultants have full context and resources for effective engagement.
The form to submit briefs can be found here: https://forms.cloud.microsoft/e/VgxJEGagD2
Please note that submitting multiple briefs is encouraged.
Further Contact
Should you wish to schedule a call to discuss enquiries in further depth, go through the form together, or if you have any further questions, please don't hesitate to reach out - we're more than happy to help!
Contact either Abigail.Wilson@glasgow.ac.uk, or business-engage@glasgow.ac.uk for further support.
