Industry Consulting Projects

AES Global Consulting Projects offer students a unique opportunity to gain academic credit whilst engaging in real-world, project-based learning with international organisations across a diverse range of fields and industries. Working in teams, students tackle complex business or organisational challenges, applying their academic knowledge while building in-demand professional competencies. These projects are designed to enhance career readiness and develop the transferable skills that employers value most – such as problem-solving, communications, critical and strategic thinking. By navigating real client expectations and delivering impactful outcomes, students gain a competitive edge in the job market and significantly broaden their career opportunities. 

Project Frameworks

AES projects are structured to foster deep learning, professional development, and measurable outcomes: 

• Pre-Project Orientation & Skills Workshops 
• Team Formation & Industry Contextualisation 
• Client Briefing & Problem Definition 
• Collaborative Research, Analysis & Solution Design 
• Interim Feedback & Project Refinement 
• Final Presentation & Strategic Report Delivery 
• Reflection & Academic Assessment

Sample of fields and industries we work with

AES projects span a wide range of sectors, reflecting the interdisciplinary nature of global problem-solving: 

• International Development & NGOs 
• Sustainability & Environmental Management 
• Public Health & Social Impact 
• Technology & Digital Innovation 
• Tourism, Hospitality & Cultural Management 
• Business Strategy, Marketing & Entrepreneurship 
• Urban Planning & Infrastructure Development 
• Education, Equity & Youth Services 

Sample Client Projects

Marketing & Brand Positioning:

Conducted consumer research for a performing arts festival and created brand positioning strategies for a sustainable  fashion start- up.

Operations & Market Strategy:

Worked with a consumer goods manufacturer to streamline product offerings and advised a retail start-upon strategies   for entering new regional markets.

Finance & Investment Readiness:

Advised a social enterprise in ed-tech on investment readiness and conducted a financial health review for a   community-based education program.

Sustainability & Green Innovation:

Consulted with a national charity on reducing waste management costs and worked with a logistics company to build   greener supply chain practices.

Digital Transformation & Technology:

Assisted a theatre company in developing online booking and streaming platforms and advised on digital tools to   enhance audience engagement and ticket sales.

Community & Social Impact:

Collaborated with an international NGO to evaluate youth development programs and advised a local charity on   measuring social inclusion outcomes.

Tourism, Arts & Creative Industries:

Partnered with a heritage museum to redesign visitor experiences and supported a national tourism board in building a   sustainable tourism strategy.

Skills and competencies gained

Students emerge with critical transferable skills, including: 

• Cross-Cultural & Team Collaboration 
• Client Communication & Stakeholder Management 
• Strategic Thinking & Applied Problem-Solving 
• Market Research & Data Analysis 
• Project Management & Professional Reporting 
• Innovation & Agile Thinking