Get a world-class extracurricular and win amazing prizes. No preparation required.
Get a world-class extracurricular and win amazing prizes. No preparation required.
Get a world-class extracurricular and win amazing prizes. No preparation required.
For students aged 12-18: the Economics World Cup is a global economics competition that tests your ability to think like an economist, not your prior knowledge of economics.
Designed by University of Oxford academics and ex-Goldman Sachs employees.
No prior knowledge required. 100% open book, 100% virtual, and, yes, you can use ChatGPT.
For students aged 12-18: the Economics World Cup is a global economics competition that tests your ability to think like an economist, not your prior knowledge of economics.
Designed by University of Oxford academics and ex-Goldman Sachs employees.
No prior knowledge required. 100% open book, 100% virtual, and, yes, you can use ChatGPT
For students aged 12-18: the Economics World Cup is a global economics competition that tests your ability to think like an economist, not your prior knowledge of economics.
Designed by University of Oxford academics and ex-Goldman Sachs employees.
No prior knowledge required. 100% open book, 100% virtual, and, yes, you can use ChatGPT
For students aged 12-18: the Economics World Cup is a global economics competition that tests your ability to think like an economist, not your prior knowledge of economics.
Designed by University of Oxford academics and ex-Goldman Sachs employees.
No prior knowledge required. 100% open book, 100% virtual, and, yes, you can use ChatGPT
8,000+ students and 600+ teachers
joined since EWC 2025
8,000+ students and 600+ teachers joined since EWC 2025
The Economics World Cup 2025 holds the world-record for most nationalities represented in an economics competition.
The Economics World Cup 2025 holds the world-record for most nationalities represented in an economics competition.
Compete against the world's most forward-thinking schools.
Compete against the world's most forward-thinking schools.
"I wish I had this opportunity when I was younger."
Dr. Craig Holmes
Economist & Senior Academic Fellow at the University of Oxford
A competition format that makes economics as exciting as a video game.
A competition format that makes economics as exciting as a video game.
The Economics World Cup gives you exposure to how global institutions use economics to deploy billions of dollars and shape policy.
Industry-Backed Case Study
Industry-Backed Case Study
Designed with professionals from Goldman Sachs, Citibank, and the University of Oxford.
Designed with professionals from Goldman Sachs, Citibank, and the University of Oxford.
Financial Trading Simulation
Financial Trading Simulation
Round 1 of the Economics World Cup is a financial trading simulation designed by professional commodity traders.
Round 1 of the Economics World Cup is a financial trading simulation designed by professional commodity traders.
No Prior Knowledge Required
No Prior Knowledge Required
Economics is simply how people make choices with the resources they have. You already use it every single day.
Economics is simply how people make choices with the resources they have. You already use it every single day.
Minimum Time Commitment
Minimum Time Commitment
Last year, the average participant spent 5.9 hours throughout the competition.
Last year, the average participant spent 5.9 hours throughout the competition.
100% Virtual Experience
100% Virtual Experience
You can join from the comfort of home.
You can join from the comfort of home.
Internet Allowed
Internet Allowed
Because real economists use all tools available to them.
Because real economists use all tools available to them.
Win the best prizes ever offered by a high school competition
Win the best prizes ever offered by a high school competition
Grand Prize
All-Expenses-Paid Trip to Oxford
Get a bespoke trip to the University of Oxford, where you will get to engage with Oxford professors and students.
You are allowed to bring 1 teacher with you on this free trip.
Accommodation Included
Transport Included
Second Prize
An Internship at a Y-Combinator Startup
You will join Derya AI and contribute to a live investor relations project alongside their team.
You will gain hands-on startup experience and help guide a project with real business impact.
Mentorship from founders
Y-Combinator Startup
Third Prize
Third Prize
Free iPads
Free iPads
The entire team and 1 teacher will get an iPad.
The iPad features the A16 chip, 128GB of storage, a Liquid Retina display and up to 10 hours of battery life.
A16 chip
Liquid Retina display
Wild Card Prizes
Additional prizes will also be awarded for:
Best Speaker
Most Creative Solution
Most Sustainable Solution
Emerging Young Talents
And more…
Certificate of Recognition
All participating students will receive a certificate of acheivement and access to a verified LinkedIn badge.
All participating students will receive a certificate of acheivement and access to a verified LinkedIn badge.
The 2025 Economics World Cup certificate was printed on Italian Tintoretto Gesso paper and accented with gold foil detailing.
The 2025 Economics World Cup certificate was printed on Italian Tintoretto Gesso paper and accented with gold foil detailing.
The 2025 Economics World Cup certificate was printed on Italian Tintoretto Gesso paper and accented with gold foil detailing.
"Our students [who have since graduated] valued the experience so highly that they were very disappointed not to have the opportunity to participate again this year, which is perhaps the strongest endorsement of all!"
Neil Enright
Headmaster at Queen Elizabeth's School, Barnet — The Sunday Times' #1 UK state school 2026
What is the competition structure like?
What is the competition structure like?
Round 1: Treasure Wars™
Round 1: Treasure Wars™
Built by a team of professional commodity traders.
Treasure Wars™ is a 4 day online trading simulation, based on the principles behind the London Metal Exchange.
How It Works
In Treasure Wars™, your team competes live against EWC participants from around the world to bid for mystery chests.
Some chests will contain a lot of gold. Some will contain nothing. Some will be traps.
To win, your team must think like gold options traders: weighing risk against reward, reading your rivals, and knowing when to go all in.
School Teams Qualify Together
If any one team from your school finishes in the top 20%, all teams from your school progress to the Finals.
Finals: Real-World Case Study
Finals: Real-World Case Study
Economics Strategy Consulting: 1 week to submit a project
Economics Strategy Consulting: 1 week to submit a project
You and your teammates roleplay as senior economists at a leading consulting firm.
You and your teammates roleplay as senior economists at a leading consulting firm.
1. Your students receive an industry-backed case study to solve.
1. Your students receive an industry-backed case study to solve.
The case study has been developed at the University of Oxford in collaboration with Oxford Finance Society and industry professionals at investment banks such as Goldman Sachs and Citibank.
See past case studies here.
2. Your team creates a proposal for a real client.
You can share your solution as either a:
2. Your team creates a proposal for a real client.
You can share your solution as either a:
Video (max 5 minutes)
Report (max 2 pages / 1000 words)
Presentation (max 10 slides)
Podcast (max 10 minutes)
3. The jury reviews your students' submissions.
3. The jury reviews your students' submissions.
Will you impress the Economics World Cup Advisory Board?
Meet Team Cooply and Demand, the winners of the 2025 Economics World Cup.
Everything you need to succeed
Everything you need to succeed
Mentorship from Oxford Finance Society
OFS will provide two training workshops to all EWC participants.
How McKinsey consultants use the SCR framework to make any argument more persuasive
Deep dive into the Goldman Sachs problem-solving and analysis toolkit
All Tools Allowed
Economists do not rely on facts they have memorized. They consult research, leverage technology, and draw on every available resource to arrive at the best decision.
In this spirit, you are encouraged to use academic research, AI, and other external resources.
Virtual Roundtable
with Professor Craig Holmes
After the finals, you will be invited to a virtual roundtable with Dr. Craig Holmes, a leading University of Oxford economist.
Dr. Holmes will share what it’s like to work in economics and offer an insider’s perspective on applying to top universities.
Why join the 2026 Economics World Cup?
Appropriate Across Age Groups 12-19
For older students
A strong supplement to the humanities curriculum and a highly relevant experience to discuss in university applications.
For younger students
An early introduction to economics in a fun, competitive setting that helps you explore whether it’s a subject or career path you would like to pursue.
Fair and accessible across all ages
Younger students get graded with a coefficient, and there are awards specifically reserved for younger participants.
Pictured: Team Econogoals poses for a photograph while work on the 2025 Economics World Cup Final Case.
Appropriate Across Age Groups 12-19
Zero barriers to entry
Shows where classroom learning leads
Most schools already do an excellent job teaching theory, so there is little value in retesting this knowledge. Instead, the EWC provides a platform for you to see economics in practice, answering the age-old question: “When will we ever use this in the real world?”
No prior knowledge required
The EWC is intentionally designed to be accessible even in schools where economics is not part of the curriculum. You will not need to know any theories to be able to see them in action.
Fits easily into busy schedules
No preparation is required. Round 1 takes about 20 minutes per day. Round 2 takes 3–7 hours over a span of one week.
Pictured: Team Delta Econowarriors pose for a photograph while working on the 2025 Economics World Cup Final Case.
Zero barriers to entry
Boost your university and internship applications
Provides credible evidence of initiative and interest
Many students aiming for economics, politics, business, or finance have not studied these subjects formally in school, making participation a credible differentiator.
Remains relevant long after the competition ends
Every year, students tell us they reference the EWC experience in their internship applications and interviews as evidence of developed skills.
Get mentored by elite students
You will have the opportunity to get mentored by students who got accepted into the world's most elite universities like Oxford, Yale, and Cornell. Many of these students now intern at global firms like Goldman Sachs, McKinsey, Amazon, and Microsoft.
Pictured: Team Econogoals poses for a photograph while work on the 2025 Economics World Cup Final Case.
Boost your university and internship applications
An applied approach to learning
Early professional exposure
You will learn from professionals at the Oxford Finance Society, develop skills such as leadership and time management, and begin building your first professional network.
Aligned with global priorities
Each year’s EWC experience is built around selected UN Sustainable Development Goals, woven naturally into the case to build meaningful awareness.
Global student collaboration
All finalists will be invited to an online (moderated) community, where you will be able to discuss the development case together and connect across cultures.
Pictured: Team Delta Econowarriors pose for a photograph while working on the 2025 Economics World Cup Final Case.
An applied approach to learning
Above all, a learning experience that is genuinely fun.
Above all, a learning experience that is genuinely fun.
Based on results from a post-2025 EWC survey.
91.5%
91.5%
of participating students said they were likely to recommend the EWC to a friend or family member.
94.1%
94.1%
of eligible students said they were likely to participate in the EWC again.
97.5%
97.5%
of students said they learned something new from participating in the EWC.
How do I register?
How do I register?
1.
Talk to your friends and fellow students to organize a team of 2-6 students.
If you cannot find any teammates, no worries. You can register individually and we will match you with a top-notch team after the registration period ends.
2.
Sign up for the Economics World Cup individually using your personal email.
3.
After you sign up, we will send you a form where you can register your teammates and team name.
Meet some of the members of the Economics World Cup Advisory Board
Meet some of the members of the Economics World Cup Advisory Board
The EWC advisory board brings expertise from classrooms, research labs, and industry, helping us design an unforgettable experience that challenges students and expands what’s possible.
The EWC advisory board brings expertise from classrooms, research labs, and industry, helping us design an unforgettable experience that challenges students and expands what’s possible.
Craig Holmes
Dr Craig Holmes is a Professor of Economics and the Helena and Simon Crow Lecturer at Pembroke College, University of Oxford, where he also conducts research.
Craig Holmes
Dr Craig Holmes is a Professor of Economics and the Helena and Simon Crow Lecturer at Pembroke College, University of Oxford, where he also conducts research.
Luigi Gagliardi
Dr. Luigi Gagliardi is the CIO of VELUX, a Danish multinational corporation with annual revenues of $4B. Previously, he was Head of Manufacturing at Novo Nordisk.
Luigi Gagliardi
Dr. Luigi Gagliardi is the CIO of VELUX, a Danish multinational corporation with annual revenues of $4B. Previously, he was Head of Manufacturing at Novo Nordisk.
Caroline Anne
Caroline Anne is an Equity Analyst at Goldman Sachs, with prior experience at the hedge fund Schonfeld. Her research has been featured in the Financial Times.
Caroline Anne
Caroline Anne is an Equity Analyst at Goldman Sachs, with prior experience at the hedge fund Schonfeld. Her research has been featured in the Financial Times.
Hear what the teachers that participated in EWC 2025 have to say:
Hear what the teachers that participated in EWC 2025 have to say:
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It is so lovely to see Economics thriving in a girls school setting (given the UK’s national gender imbalance in academic Economics) and competitions like this are so important to inspire our students to study Economics at a higher level - so thank you and the team ever so much. We will be encouraging students to re-enter the competition next year!
Oliver Gardner
Head of Economics, City of London School for Girls
It is so lovely to see Economics thriving in a girls school setting (given the UK’s national gender imbalance in academic Economics) and competitions like this are so important to inspire our students to study Economics at a higher level - so thank you and the team ever so much. We will be encouraging students to re-enter the competition next year!
Oliver Gardner
Head of Economics, City of London School for Girls
Hear what the students that participated in EWC 2025 have to say:
Hear what the students that participated in EWC 2025 have to say:
Team Keynesian Kickers
Rock Ridge High School
The case was so interesting to read about! For the first time in my life, I actually enjoyed having to read a long academic file, and found myself really intrigued by the problem at hand! In addition, making the video and presentation for this project was extremely helpful, as I feel that it better prepared me for my future in the workforce, where such presentations are often a pinnacle of success.
Team Capital & Conscience
North Cobb Christian School
I am beyond grateful that I have been placed in a position to learn in such a unique way.
Team Chireconomists
Chirec International School
We could tell the EWC team had taken real care to create something meaningful, inventive, and intellectually stimulating. We do a lot of teamwork in IB, but working on the case has been more exciting than any academic project we've done. Our only regret is not finding the EWC sooner, or we would've loved to compete next year too.
Team Goldman Socks
Raffles Institution
The design of the case has taught me about the hyper-connectedness of the variables in our world, and how that affects decision-making. Through the case, I realised how technology and mathematics can be put to good use in economics, and I enjoyed the process of coming up with solutions based on these fields of study. The Economics World Cup has broadened my horizons and pushed me deeper into the rabbit hole of economics.
Team Debt Collectors
The British School of Kuwait
The spirit of teamwork, learning, and friendly competition made the EWC one of the best academic events I've been part of, and I would recommend it to anyone passionate about economics.
Team Inflation Nation
Park View School
The case study was super engaging and really interesting, and as a team we can all agree that we really enjoyed it! It didn't test what we knew, but tested what we thought we didn't know. It challenged us to think of so many new possibilities rather than a few restrictive ones all leading to one 'right' answer.
Team Money Monkeys
Oberoi International School
Participating in the Economics World Cup has been an intense yet incredibly rewarding experience for our team, and we have had the opportunity to stretch our understanding of economics and ethics far beyond the classroom. We are proud of how far we have come, and even more exicted about where this experience will take us next.
Team Power Wagers
Chatsworth International School
We were genuinely impressed by the Economics World Cup experience. The case study was challenging yet engaging, and it pushed us to apply real-world economic thinking in a way we've never done before. We feel inspired and much more prepared for the world of economics.
Team APH PengWins
The Academy at Penguin Hall
Although none of us had prior experience in economics before entering, we all felt as though we have come out of it better. This case has allowed everyone to feel what it is like to be an actual economist and to have to balance so many different factors. It has also allowed for leadership opportunities and shown what it looks like to work in a team. We believe that we have grown tremendously through the EWC and we are very proud to be a part of such a fantastic international competition.
Team Delta Econowarriors
Unidad Educativa Bilingüe Delta
This experience showed me that even at 15, I can research, debate, and propose solutions to global challenges. I now feel more confident about studying international law one day.
Team Chermaine
IGB International School
Thank you for putting together such a challenging and rewarding experience. Working on the Economics World Cup Finals case has been a highlight of our summer.
Team Divergent
Shine Mongol
This case was one of the most engaging and realistic challenges I've encountered in any economics competition. I deeply appreciate the way this competition challenged me intellectually and strategically, and how it gave me a meaningful platform to explore solutions to a pressing global issue.
Team Econosaurus Rex
Caulfield Grammar School
This competition has not only allowed us to utilise the skills we have learned inside the classroom, but also encouraged us to seek what is beyond the curriculum. The competition has been a refreshing change of pace whilst still implementing economics rationale.
Team WhiteRock, Inc
Satit Bilingual School of Rangsit University
The concept of this competition focusing on the thought process is really admirable, and more competitions for other fields should follow suit. We genuinely believe that this form of competition will be the next big thing. Anyhow, the competition was fun and exciting; the organisers definitely delivered on what we expect of the competition. Thank you!
GSAL Rockets
The Grammar School at Leeds
The Economics World Cup has helped us improve our economics skills and practice our communication and presentation skills. Overall, this opportunity will strengthen us as candidates for when we apply to university
Team Yale Young Scholars
Luanda International School
There was a time, before this competition, when I wasn't sure if I still wanted to study economics at university, even though it had been my dream for a long time. But taking part in the EWC helped me reconnect with that passion and reaffirm my decision.
Team Market Failures
Eerde International Boarding School
Working with my classmates in the Economics World Cup has been a very fun experience, and it has been great to see how the stuff we learn in class connects to actual decisions companies and countries companies make.
Team Megyann
Raffles Girls' School
The Economics World Cup was a rewarding experience that really opened our eyes to how economics works in the real world. We are glad we got to be part of it, and we definitely enjoyed it.
Alliance Economics
Alliance Academy for Innovation
Planning things like where to implement roads, what trains to use, and what port we should use enabled me to make many different trade-offs, and in these types of scenarios I really felt like an economist. It was exciting to put all our brains together and imagine our ideas helping shape Brazil's future. My team and I have faced many types of case studies in Economics, but the EWC one was by far the most intriguing.
Team Long River Capital Management
Institut Auf dem Rosenberg
The case study was challenging, thought-provoking, and captivating! The Economics World Cup shows how significant economic decisions really are, and how they can shape entire countries. Overall, it was an amazing experience to compete, explore the case study, and create an impactful strategy.
Wolves of Mussoorie
Woodstock School
We believe that the skills we have developed from participating in the Economics World Cup are far more transferable to real-life economic work than what any textbook could teach.
Team Sivaresquad
Academia Británica Cuscatleca
Several times whilst participating, we said "so this is how it is to be an Economist," and we were pleasantly surprised by how fun it is.
Team Yale Young Economics Scholars
Chigwell School
EWC was a really great starting point in economics-related extracurriculars for me. I'm still exploring different things, but recently I do feel like economics is the path I want to take on a more serious level, and EWC is really great for me to understand economic thinking, rather than learning more theory, which I think should really be the focus of every economics competition.
Team Megyann
Raffles Girls' School
I found this year’s case very enjoyable, especially because of the freedom given to us regarding finding solutions to the case. The fact that I was able to create a whole new map of regions myself and export through an entirely unconsidered port was great.
Team POTSS inDemand
Greensprings School Lagos
This year's case study was a captivating and in-depth journey, and we commend the EWC Team for their outstanding work in bringing it to life. We had a blast unravelling it together and found the entire experience very rewarding.
Team Wolves of Seongnam
Korea International School
The practical approach helped us develop important skills in research, teamwork, and problem-solving. It also highlighted how economic decisions are closely connected to broader social and political issues, making the experience both relevant and meaningful. We are grateful to the EWC organizers for creating such a realistic and impactful challenge.
Team Echelon Wealth
Del Norte High School
Compared to similar competitions, the EWC stands out for its use of real-life case studies that closely simulate the work of professional economists. The only criticism we could offer was our wish for more time during the Final; however, in retrospect, the limited time frame pushed us to work more efficiently (like real economists).
Team Coligopoly
European International School
At first, I didn't know what to expect going into the Economics World Cup since it was the first economics competition I had entered. But it exceeded all my expectations. The case was realistic, and it felt like I was actually a consultant working on it.
Team Keynesian Kickers
Rock Ridge High School
The case was so interesting to read about! For the first time in my life, I actually enjoyed having to read a long academic file, and found myself really intrigued by the problem at hand! In addition, making the video and presentation for this project was extremely helpful, as I feel that it better prepared me for my future in the workforce, where such presentations are often a pinnacle of success.
Team Capital & Conscience
North Cobb Christian School
I am beyond grateful that I have been placed in a position to learn in such a unique way.
Team Chireconomists
Chirec International School
We could tell the EWC team had taken real care to create something meaningful, inventive, and intellectually stimulating. We do a lot of teamwork in IB, but working on the case has been more exciting than any academic project we've done. Our only regret is not finding the EWC sooner, or we would've loved to compete next year too.
Team Goldman Socks
Raffles Institution
The design of the case has taught me about the hyper-connectedness of the variables in our world, and how that affects decision-making. Through the case, I realised how technology and mathematics can be put to good use in economics, and I enjoyed the process of coming up with solutions based on these fields of study. The Economics World Cup has broadened my horizons and pushed me deeper into the rabbit hole of economics.
Team Debt Collectors
The British School of Kuwait
The spirit of teamwork, learning, and friendly competition made the EWC one of the best academic events I've been part of, and I would recommend it to anyone passionate about economics.
Team Inflation Nation
Park View School
The case study was super engaging and really interesting, and as a team we can all agree that we really enjoyed it! It didn't test what we knew, but tested what we thought we didn't know. It challenged us to think of so many new possibilities rather than a few restrictive ones all leading to one 'right' answer.
Team Money Monkeys
Oberoi International School
Participating in the Economics World Cup has been an intense yet incredibly rewarding experience for our team, and we have had the opportunity to stretch our understanding of economics and ethics far beyond the classroom. We are proud of how far we have come, and even more exicted about where this experience will take us next.
Team Power Wagers
Chatsworth International School
We were genuinely impressed by the Economics World Cup experience. The case study was challenging yet engaging, and it pushed us to apply real-world economic thinking in a way we've never done before. We feel inspired and much more prepared for the world of economics.
Team APH PengWins
The Academy at Penguin Hall
Although none of us had prior experience in economics before entering, we all felt as though we have come out of it better. This case has allowed everyone to feel what it is like to be an actual economist and to have to balance so many different factors. It has also allowed for leadership opportunities and shown what it looks like to work in a team. We believe that we have grown tremendously through the EWC and we are very proud to be a part of such a fantastic international competition.
Team Delta Econowarriors
Unidad Educativa Bilingüe Delta
This experience showed me that even at 15, I can research, debate, and propose solutions to global challenges. I now feel more confident about studying international law one day.
Team Chermaine
IGB International School
Thank you for putting together such a challenging and rewarding experience. Working on the Economics World Cup Finals case has been a highlight of our summer.
Team Divergent
Shine Mongol
This case was one of the most engaging and realistic challenges I've encountered in any economics competition. I deeply appreciate the way this competition challenged me intellectually and strategically, and how it gave me a meaningful platform to explore solutions to a pressing global issue.
Team Econosaurus Rex
Caulfield Grammar School
This competition has not only allowed us to utilise the skills we have learned inside the classroom, but also encouraged us to seek what is beyond the curriculum. The competition has been a refreshing change of pace whilst still implementing economics rationale.
Team WhiteRock, Inc
Satit Bilingual School of Rangsit University
The concept of this competition focusing on the thought process is really admirable, and more competitions for other fields should follow suit. We genuinely believe that this form of competition will be the next big thing. Anyhow, the competition was fun and exciting; the organisers definitely delivered on what we expect of the competition. Thank you!
GSAL Rockets
The Grammar School at Leeds
The Economics World Cup has helped us improve our economics skills and practice our communication and presentation skills. Overall, this opportunity will strengthen us as candidates for when we apply to university
Team Yale Young Scholars
Luanda International School
There was a time, before this competition, when I wasn't sure if I still wanted to study economics at university, even though it had been my dream for a long time. But taking part in the EWC helped me reconnect with that passion and reaffirm my decision.
Team Market Failures
Eerde International Boarding School
Working with my classmates in the Economics World Cup has been a very fun experience, and it has been great to see how the stuff we learn in class connects to actual decisions companies and countries companies make.
Team Megyann
Raffles Girls' School
The Economics World Cup was a rewarding experience that really opened our eyes to how economics works in the real world. We are glad we got to be part of it, and we definitely enjoyed it.
Alliance Economics
Alliance Academy for Innovation
Planning things like where to implement roads, what trains to use, and what port we should use enabled me to make many different trade-offs, and in these types of scenarios I really felt like an economist. It was exciting to put all our brains together and imagine our ideas helping shape Brazil's future. My team and I have faced many types of case studies in Economics, but the EWC one was by far the most intriguing.
Team Long River Capital Management
Institut Auf dem Rosenberg
The case study was challenging, thought-provoking, and captivating! The Economics World Cup shows how significant economic decisions really are, and how they can shape entire countries. Overall, it was an amazing experience to compete, explore the case study, and create an impactful strategy.
Wolves of Mussoorie
Woodstock School
We believe that the skills we have developed from participating in the Economics World Cup are far more transferable to real-life economic work than what any textbook could teach.
Team Sivaresquad
Academia Británica Cuscatleca
Several times whilst participating, we said "so this is how it is to be an Economist," and we were pleasantly surprised by how fun it is.
Team Yale Young Economics Scholars
Chigwell School
EWC was a really great starting point in economics-related extracurriculars for me. I'm still exploring different things, but recently I do feel like economics is the path I want to take on a more serious level, and EWC is really great for me to understand economic thinking, rather than learning more theory, which I think should really be the focus of every economics competition.
Team Megyann
Raffles Girls' School
I found this year’s case very enjoyable, especially because of the freedom given to us regarding finding solutions to the case. The fact that I was able to create a whole new map of regions myself and export through an entirely unconsidered port was great.
Team POTSS inDemand
Greensprings School Lagos
This year's case study was a captivating and in-depth journey, and we commend the EWC Team for their outstanding work in bringing it to life. We had a blast unravelling it together and found the entire experience very rewarding.
Team Wolves of Seongnam
Korea International School
The practical approach helped us develop important skills in research, teamwork, and problem-solving. It also highlighted how economic decisions are closely connected to broader social and political issues, making the experience both relevant and meaningful. We are grateful to the EWC organizers for creating such a realistic and impactful challenge.
Team Echelon Wealth
Del Norte High School
Compared to similar competitions, the EWC stands out for its use of real-life case studies that closely simulate the work of professional economists. The only criticism we could offer was our wish for more time during the Final; however, in retrospect, the limited time frame pushed us to work more efficiently (like real economists).
Team Coligopoly
European International School
At first, I didn't know what to expect going into the Economics World Cup since it was the first economics competition I had entered. But it exceeded all my expectations. The case was realistic, and it felt like I was actually a consultant working on it.
Team Keynesian Kickers
Rock Ridge High School
The case was so interesting to read about! For the first time in my life, I actually enjoyed having to read a long academic file, and found myself really intrigued by the problem at hand! In addition, making the video and presentation for this project was extremely helpful, as I feel that it better prepared me for my future in the workforce, where such presentations are often a pinnacle of success.
Team Capital & Conscience
North Cobb Christian School
I am beyond grateful that I have been placed in a position to learn in such a unique way.
Team Chireconomists
Chirec International School
We could tell the EWC team had taken real care to create something meaningful, inventive, and intellectually stimulating. We do a lot of teamwork in IB, but working on the case has been more exciting than any academic project we've done. Our only regret is not finding the EWC sooner, or we would've loved to compete next year too.
Team Goldman Socks
Raffles Institution
The design of the case has taught me about the hyper-connectedness of the variables in our world, and how that affects decision-making. Through the case, I realised how technology and mathematics can be put to good use in economics, and I enjoyed the process of coming up with solutions based on these fields of study. The Economics World Cup has broadened my horizons and pushed me deeper into the rabbit hole of economics.
Team Debt Collectors
The British School of Kuwait
The spirit of teamwork, learning, and friendly competition made the EWC one of the best academic events I've been part of, and I would recommend it to anyone passionate about economics.
Team Inflation Nation
Park View School
The case study was super engaging and really interesting, and as a team we can all agree that we really enjoyed it! It didn't test what we knew, but tested what we thought we didn't know. It challenged us to think of so many new possibilities rather than a few restrictive ones all leading to one 'right' answer.
Team Money Monkeys
Oberoi International School
Participating in the Economics World Cup has been an intense yet incredibly rewarding experience for our team, and we have had the opportunity to stretch our understanding of economics and ethics far beyond the classroom. We are proud of how far we have come, and even more exicted about where this experience will take us next.
Team Power Wagers
Chatsworth International School
We were genuinely impressed by the Economics World Cup experience. The case study was challenging yet engaging, and it pushed us to apply real-world economic thinking in a way we've never done before. We feel inspired and much more prepared for the world of economics.
Team APH PengWins
The Academy at Penguin Hall
Although none of us had prior experience in economics before entering, we all felt as though we have come out of it better. This case has allowed everyone to feel what it is like to be an actual economist and to have to balance so many different factors. It has also allowed for leadership opportunities and shown what it looks like to work in a team. We believe that we have grown tremendously through the EWC and we are very proud to be a part of such a fantastic international competition.
Team Delta Econowarriors
Unidad Educativa Bilingüe Delta
This experience showed me that even at 15, I can research, debate, and propose solutions to global challenges. I now feel more confident about studying international law one day.
Team Chermaine
IGB International School
Thank you for putting together such a challenging and rewarding experience. Working on the Economics World Cup Finals case has been a highlight of our summer.
Team Divergent
Shine Mongol
This case was one of the most engaging and realistic challenges I've encountered in any economics competition. I deeply appreciate the way this competition challenged me intellectually and strategically, and how it gave me a meaningful platform to explore solutions to a pressing global issue.
Team Econosaurus Rex
Caulfield Grammar School
This competition has not only allowed us to utilise the skills we have learned inside the classroom, but also encouraged us to seek what is beyond the curriculum. The competition has been a refreshing change of pace whilst still implementing economics rationale.
Team WhiteRock, Inc
Satit Bilingual School of Rangsit University
The concept of this competition focusing on the thought process is really admirable, and more competitions for other fields should follow suit. We genuinely believe that this form of competition will be the next big thing. Anyhow, the competition was fun and exciting; the organisers definitely delivered on what we expect of the competition. Thank you!
GSAL Rockets
The Grammar School at Leeds
The Economics World Cup has helped us improve our economics skills and practice our communication and presentation skills. Overall, this opportunity will strengthen us as candidates for when we apply to university
Team Yale Young Scholars
Luanda International School
There was a time, before this competition, when I wasn't sure if I still wanted to study economics at university, even though it had been my dream for a long time. But taking part in the EWC helped me reconnect with that passion and reaffirm my decision.
Team Market Failures
Eerde International Boarding School
Working with my classmates in the Economics World Cup has been a very fun experience, and it has been great to see how the stuff we learn in class connects to actual decisions companies and countries companies make.
Team Megyann
Raffles Girls' School
The Economics World Cup was a rewarding experience that really opened our eyes to how economics works in the real world. We are glad we got to be part of it, and we definitely enjoyed it.
Alliance Economics
Alliance Academy for Innovation
Planning things like where to implement roads, what trains to use, and what port we should use enabled me to make many different trade-offs, and in these types of scenarios I really felt like an economist. It was exciting to put all our brains together and imagine our ideas helping shape Brazil's future. My team and I have faced many types of case studies in Economics, but the EWC one was by far the most intriguing.
Team Long River Capital Management
Institut Auf dem Rosenberg
The case study was challenging, thought-provoking, and captivating! The Economics World Cup shows how significant economic decisions really are, and how they can shape entire countries. Overall, it was an amazing experience to compete, explore the case study, and create an impactful strategy.
Wolves of Mussoorie
Woodstock School
We believe that the skills we have developed from participating in the Economics World Cup are far more transferable to real-life economic work than what any textbook could teach.
Team Sivaresquad
Academia Británica Cuscatleca
Several times whilst participating, we said "so this is how it is to be an Economist," and we were pleasantly surprised by how fun it is.
Team Yale Young Economics Scholars
Chigwell School
EWC was a really great starting point in economics-related extracurriculars for me. I'm still exploring different things, but recently I do feel like economics is the path I want to take on a more serious level, and EWC is really great for me to understand economic thinking, rather than learning more theory, which I think should really be the focus of every economics competition.
Team Megyann
Raffles Girls' School
I found this year’s case very enjoyable, especially because of the freedom given to us regarding finding solutions to the case. The fact that I was able to create a whole new map of regions myself and export through an entirely unconsidered port was great.
Team POTSS inDemand
Greensprings School Lagos
This year's case study was a captivating and in-depth journey, and we commend the EWC Team for their outstanding work in bringing it to life. We had a blast unravelling it together and found the entire experience very rewarding.
Team Wolves of Seongnam
Korea International School
The practical approach helped us develop important skills in research, teamwork, and problem-solving. It also highlighted how economic decisions are closely connected to broader social and political issues, making the experience both relevant and meaningful. We are grateful to the EWC organizers for creating such a realistic and impactful challenge.
Team Echelon Wealth
Del Norte High School
Compared to similar competitions, the EWC stands out for its use of real-life case studies that closely simulate the work of professional economists. The only criticism we could offer was our wish for more time during the Final; however, in retrospect, the limited time frame pushed us to work more efficiently (like real economists).
Team Coligopoly
European International School
At first, I didn't know what to expect going into the Economics World Cup since it was the first economics competition I had entered. But it exceeded all my expectations. The case was realistic, and it felt like I was actually a consultant working on it.
Team Keynesian Kickers
Rock Ridge High School
The case was so interesting to read about! For the first time in my life, I actually enjoyed having to read a long academic file, and found myself really intrigued by the problem at hand! In addition, making the video and presentation for this project was extremely helpful, as I feel that it better prepared me for my future in the workforce, where such presentations are often a pinnacle of success.
Team Capital & Conscience
North Cobb Christian School
I am beyond grateful that I have been placed in a position to learn in such a unique way.
Team Chireconomists
Chirec International School
We could tell the EWC team had taken real care to create something meaningful, inventive, and intellectually stimulating. We do a lot of teamwork in IB, but working on the case has been more exciting than any academic project we've done. Our only regret is not finding the EWC sooner, or we would've loved to compete next year too.
Team Goldman Socks
Raffles Institution
The design of the case has taught me about the hyper-connectedness of the variables in our world, and how that affects decision-making. Through the case, I realised how technology and mathematics can be put to good use in economics, and I enjoyed the process of coming up with solutions based on these fields of study. The Economics World Cup has broadened my horizons and pushed me deeper into the rabbit hole of economics.
Team Debt Collectors
The British School of Kuwait
The spirit of teamwork, learning, and friendly competition made the EWC one of the best academic events I've been part of, and I would recommend it to anyone passionate about economics.
Team Inflation Nation
Park View School
The case study was super engaging and really interesting, and as a team we can all agree that we really enjoyed it! It didn't test what we knew, but tested what we thought we didn't know. It challenged us to think of so many new possibilities rather than a few restrictive ones all leading to one 'right' answer.
Team Money Monkeys
Oberoi International School
Participating in the Economics World Cup has been an intense yet incredibly rewarding experience for our team, and we have had the opportunity to stretch our understanding of economics and ethics far beyond the classroom. We are proud of how far we have come, and even more exicted about where this experience will take us next.
Team Power Wagers
Chatsworth International School
We were genuinely impressed by the Economics World Cup experience. The case study was challenging yet engaging, and it pushed us to apply real-world economic thinking in a way we've never done before. We feel inspired and much more prepared for the world of economics.
Team APH PengWins
The Academy at Penguin Hall
Although none of us had prior experience in economics before entering, we all felt as though we have come out of it better. This case has allowed everyone to feel what it is like to be an actual economist and to have to balance so many different factors. It has also allowed for leadership opportunities and shown what it looks like to work in a team. We believe that we have grown tremendously through the EWC and we are very proud to be a part of such a fantastic international competition.
Team Delta Econowarriors
Unidad Educativa Bilingüe Delta
This experience showed me that even at 15, I can research, debate, and propose solutions to global challenges. I now feel more confident about studying international law one day.
Team Chermaine
IGB International School
Thank you for putting together such a challenging and rewarding experience. Working on the Economics World Cup Finals case has been a highlight of our summer.
Team Divergent
Shine Mongol
This case was one of the most engaging and realistic challenges I've encountered in any economics competition. I deeply appreciate the way this competition challenged me intellectually and strategically, and how it gave me a meaningful platform to explore solutions to a pressing global issue.
Team Econosaurus Rex
Caulfield Grammar School
This competition has not only allowed us to utilise the skills we have learned inside the classroom, but also encouraged us to seek what is beyond the curriculum. The competition has been a refreshing change of pace whilst still implementing economics rationale.
Team WhiteRock, Inc
Satit Bilingual School of Rangsit University
The concept of this competition focusing on the thought process is really admirable, and more competitions for other fields should follow suit. We genuinely believe that this form of competition will be the next big thing. Anyhow, the competition was fun and exciting; the organisers definitely delivered on what we expect of the competition. Thank you!
GSAL Rockets
The Grammar School at Leeds
The Economics World Cup has helped us improve our economics skills and practice our communication and presentation skills. Overall, this opportunity will strengthen us as candidates for when we apply to university
Team Yale Young Scholars
Luanda International School
There was a time, before this competition, when I wasn't sure if I still wanted to study economics at university, even though it had been my dream for a long time. But taking part in the EWC helped me reconnect with that passion and reaffirm my decision.
Team Market Failures
Eerde International Boarding School
Working with my classmates in the Economics World Cup has been a very fun experience, and it has been great to see how the stuff we learn in class connects to actual decisions companies and countries companies make.
Team Megyann
Raffles Girls' School
The Economics World Cup was a rewarding experience that really opened our eyes to how economics works in the real world. We are glad we got to be part of it, and we definitely enjoyed it.
Alliance Economics
Alliance Academy for Innovation
Planning things like where to implement roads, what trains to use, and what port we should use enabled me to make many different trade-offs, and in these types of scenarios I really felt like an economist. It was exciting to put all our brains together and imagine our ideas helping shape Brazil's future. My team and I have faced many types of case studies in Economics, but the EWC one was by far the most intriguing.
Team Long River Capital Management
Institut Auf dem Rosenberg
The case study was challenging, thought-provoking, and captivating! The Economics World Cup shows how significant economic decisions really are, and how they can shape entire countries. Overall, it was an amazing experience to compete, explore the case study, and create an impactful strategy.
Wolves of Mussoorie
Woodstock School
We believe that the skills we have developed from participating in the Economics World Cup are far more transferable to real-life economic work than what any textbook could teach.
Team Sivaresquad
Academia Británica Cuscatleca
Several times whilst participating, we said "so this is how it is to be an Economist," and we were pleasantly surprised by how fun it is.
Team Yale Young Economics Scholars
Chigwell School
EWC was a really great starting point in economics-related extracurriculars for me. I'm still exploring different things, but recently I do feel like economics is the path I want to take on a more serious level, and EWC is really great for me to understand economic thinking, rather than learning more theory, which I think should really be the focus of every economics competition.
Team Megyann
Raffles Girls' School
I found this year’s case very enjoyable, especially because of the freedom given to us regarding finding solutions to the case. The fact that I was able to create a whole new map of regions myself and export through an entirely unconsidered port was great.
Team POTSS inDemand
Greensprings School Lagos
This year's case study was a captivating and in-depth journey, and we commend the EWC Team for their outstanding work in bringing it to life. We had a blast unravelling it together and found the entire experience very rewarding.
Team Wolves of Seongnam
Korea International School
The practical approach helped us develop important skills in research, teamwork, and problem-solving. It also highlighted how economic decisions are closely connected to broader social and political issues, making the experience both relevant and meaningful. We are grateful to the EWC organizers for creating such a realistic and impactful challenge.
Team Echelon Wealth
Del Norte High School
Compared to similar competitions, the EWC stands out for its use of real-life case studies that closely simulate the work of professional economists. The only criticism we could offer was our wish for more time during the Final; however, in retrospect, the limited time frame pushed us to work more efficiently (like real economists).
Team Coligopoly
European International School
At first, I didn't know what to expect going into the Economics World Cup since it was the first economics competition I had entered. But it exceeded all my expectations. The case was realistic, and it felt like I was actually a consultant working on it.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is there a reading list that I should use to prepare?
No, there is no reading list to prepare for.
How many students can be in a team?
A team can have 1-6 students.
How do I sign up with my team?
Everyone in your team must register individually. Once the sign-ups close, we will send out a “Team Sign-Up” form and you will be able to record your team on the official directory. Make sure you are checking your emails frequently, including spam.
What if my teammate has not signed up individually?
Every member of the team is required to complete their individual registration and payment before submitting the team sign-ups. Should your team advance to the final round, but any of your teammates have not registered individually, your entire team risks being disqualified.
Who is eligible to participate?
Anyone who has yet to start a bachelor's degree by 1 August 2027 is allowed to participate. Students on a gap year are allowed to participate.
Can I invite my friends from other schools to be a part of my team?
There are no restrictions on team formation. You are free to team up with anyone you would like, regardless of school, country, or any other factor.
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