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    Tasks in this program

    Task One: Requirements Gathering Project Plan
    30-60 mins
    Introductory
    Develop a high level Requirements Gathering project plan for the project kickoff meeting with the client.
    What you'll learn
    • You're working on a project for a large robotics company, Industrobots, who want to enter the mass consumer market
    • What the key elements of requirements gathering are
    • How effective requirements gathering helps to reduce the risk of project failure
    What you'll do
    • Meet your supervisor Alex Girvin, a manager at Accenture in the Customer Experience team
    • Create a PowerPoint presentation providing an overview of your project and the engagement required from your client

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    Introduction from Accenture North America

    "I loved the way the program was structured from the beginning to the end . i gained new knowledge which can help me elevate in my career . new concepts and new understanding is what i was looking for and i got more than that."-- Student from My institution is not listed
    "I found the course on Client Research and Problem Identification to be extremely helpful. It provided me with a comprehensive understanding of how to identify clients' needs and constraints, gather relevant information, and define the problem that needs to be addressed. The tools and techniques provided for analyzing data, prioritizing requirements..."-- Student from Séchenyi István University
    "It provided me with insight and exposure on how the consulting industry would work. It offered the exemplars which was extremely helpful in shifting my mindset and knowing how to better handle future work."-- Student from Sunway University College
    "The content was very clear on what is requirements gathering. I also liked that the program was self-paced, so I was able to do it during my free time across two or three days."-- Student from University of Twente
    "Absolutely fantastic and engaging program. Truly helps sharpen requirements and skillsets tailored to the ideologies and work architecture of Accenture. The in-depth research that goes into planning and executing the tasks laid out really helped strength the fundamental core of project management."-- Student from University of Sydney
    Client Research and Problem Identification

    Why complete our Job Simulation

    A risk-free way to experience work on the job with us at Accenture North America. Practice your skills with example tasks and build your confidence to ace your applications.
    Self-paced2-3 hoursNo gradesNo assessmentsintroductory

    Accenture empowers you to be your best—personally and professionally. Every day around the world, we work with exceptional people, the latest and greatest tech and leading companies across industries. 

    Ever wonder how consulting companies start their work with a new client? What’s Next will walk you through “requirements gathering” and its significance to the world of consulting. You will learn the methodology of stakeholder interviews, developing project plans, and create process maps that help define individual needs, goals, and vision of the client and project at hand.

    All Accenture North America Job Simulations give you a taste of how together, we can create meaningful, powerful change. Bring your skills, your curiosity and your best true self!

    Skills you will learn and practice:
    Presentations
    Work Planning
    Setting Client Expectations
    Structured Interviewing
    Interview Guides
    Stakeholder Analysis
    Visualization
    Client Communication
    Process Modeling
    Knowledge Demonstration

    How it works

    Complete tasks guided by pre-recorded videos and example answers from our team at Accenture North America. No live sessions, all self-paced.
    Earn a certificate and add it to your resume and LinkedIn as an extra curricular activity.
    Stand out in applications. Confidently answer interview questions and explain why you’re a good fit for our team.
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    WHAT'S NEXT

    Uncover the needs and expectations of a large robotics client who want to enter the mass consumer market as a Consultant at Accenture

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    Complete work that simulates life on the job. 2-3 hours and self-paced.
    Stand out in your application to Accenture North America. Show us you're a motivated candidate.

    Get Career Ready

    Complete work that simulates life on the job. 2-3 hours and self-paced.
    Stand out in your application to Accenture North America. Show us you're a motivated candidate.