Much of the class involves “flipping the classroom” through student presentations and discussion of ongoing projects. This allows all students to learn from diverse projects while developing analytical skills, critical thinking, and presentation skills. The in-class sessions are structured as consulting workshops. 

Students are required to submit a signed consulting contract, participate in client meetings, participate in group supervision, conduct in-class presentations, and contribute with inter-project feedback. Tools and exercises may be used during class to facilitate information sharing and communication. Failure to participate actively throughout the semester will disqualify the student from signing his/her/their name to the written consultancy report and oral client presentation.  

The presentation grades are initially group-based, but will be individually adjusted based on clarity and persuasiveness of the communicated information. Group evaluations are mandatory and may affect individual grades. Individual adjustments may also include, but are not limited to, how the individual structures the message, the clarity and substance of what is communicated, transitions between speakers, voice quality and pace, mannerisms and eye contact, and the use of media.