The competition that answers the age-old question:
The competition that answers the age-old question:
“When will we ever use this in the real world?”
“When will we ever use this in the real world?”
The Economics World Cup is a global competition that challenges your students to think like economists, not to recite theories they have memorised. No prior economics knowledge is expected.
Designed by University of Oxford academics and ex-Goldman Sachs bankers.
Takes 2 min to register your school. No lesson planning, marking, or invigilation required from educators.
The Economics World Cup is a global competition that challenges your students to think like economists, not to recite theories they have memorised. No prior economics knowledge is expected.
Designed by University of Oxford academics and ex-Goldman Sachs bankers.
Takes 2 min to register your school. No lesson planning, marking, or invigilation required from educators.
The Economics World Cup is a global competition that challenges your students to think like economists, not to recite theories they have memorised. No prior economics knowledge is expected.
Designed by University of Oxford academics and ex-Goldman Sachs bankers.
Takes 2 min to register your school. No lesson planning, marking, or invigilation required from educators.
9,000+ students and 650+ teachers have joined the waitlist since EWC 2025
9,000+ students and 650+ teachers have joined the waitlist 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 teaches your students how global institutions deploy billions of dollars using economics.
Industry-Backed Case Study
Industry-Backed Case Study
The Economics World Cup is designed alongside professionals from Goldman Sachs, Citibank, and the University of Oxford.
The Economics World Cup is designed alongside professionals from Goldman Sachs, Citibank, and the University of Oxford.
Financial Trading Simulation
Financial Trading Simulation
Round 1 is a financial trading simulation designed by professional commodity traders.
Round 1 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. We already use it every single day.
Economics is simply how people make choices with the resources they have. We already use it every single day.
Minimal Time Commitment
Minimal 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
Students can join from the comfort of home.
Students can join from the comfort of home.
Internet and AI Allowed
Internet and AI Allowed
Because real economists use all tools available to them.
Because real economists use all tools available to them.
Designed to add nothing to your workload.
Designed to add nothing to your workload.
We know teachers are busy, so it only takes 2 minutes to register your school.
Everything else is handled centrally by the EWC.
No Invigilation Required
No Invigilation Required
The EWC is fully virtual, so you do not need to supervise sessions, organise rooms, or adjust the school timetable.
The EWC is fully virtual, so you do not need to supervise sessions, organise rooms, or adjust the school timetable.
No Marking Burden
No Marking Burden
All submissions are assessed centrally, with no grading required from you.
All submissions are assessed centrally, with no grading required from you.
No Timetable Disruption
No Timetable Disruption
Students complete both rounds during a multi-day window, so you do not need to rearrange lessons or coordinate a fixed session.
Students complete both rounds during a multi-day window, so you do not need to rearrange lessons or coordinate a fixed session.
No Extra Preparation Time
No Extra Preparation Time
The EWC requires no prior economics training, so you do not need to create preparation materials or teach additional content.
The EWC requires no prior economics training, so you do not need to create preparation materials or teach additional content.
Your students can win the best prizes ever offered by a high school competition.
Grand Prize
All-Expenses-Paid Trip to Oxford
All-Expenses-Paid Trip to Oxford
Your students will get a bespoke trip to the University of Oxford, where they will get to engage with professors and students.
The winning team can bring one teacher along, fully funded, so you'll be there too.
Accommodation Included
Transport Included
Second Prize
An Internship at a Y-Combinator Startup
Your students will join Derya and contribute to a live investor relations project alongside their team.
They will gain hands-on startup experience and help guide a project with real impact.
Mentorship from founders
Y-Combinator Startup
Third Prize
Third Prize
Apple iPad for Every Team Member
Your students will be entitled to receive an iPad, and so will you, as their teacher.
Each iPad features the A16 chip, 128GB of storage, a Liquid Retina display, and up to 10 hours of battery life.
A16 chip
Liquid Retina Apple display
Wild Card Prizes
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
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.
"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™, EWC teams compete live against each other to bid for mystery chests.
Some chests will contain a lot of gold. Some will contain nothing. Some will be traps.
To win, your students must think like commodity traders: weighing risk against reward, reading their 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
Your students will roleplay as senior economists at a leading consulting firm.
Your students will 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 students create a proposal for a real client. They can share their solution as either a:
2. Your students create a proposal for a real client. They can share their solution as either a:
Video, up to 5 minutes
Report, up to 2 pages or 1000 words
Presentation, up to 10 slides
Podcast, up to 10 minutes
3. The jury reviews their submissions.
3. The jury reviews their submissions.
Will your students impress the Economics World Cup Advisory Board?
Meet Team Cooply and Demand, the winners of the 2025 Economics World Cup.
Everything your students need to succeed.
Everything your students 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, your students are encouraged to use academic research, AI, and other external resources.
Virtual Roundtable
with Professor Craig Holmes
After the finals, all participants 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 schools take part in the Economics World Cup:
Flexibility: Students may compete in class or in their own time
Option 1: Classroom Mode
➔ We will communicate with both teachers and students. The EWC runs as a structured classroom activity, where students have in-class time to work on their submission.
Option 2: Light-Touch Mode
➔ We will communicate directly with students, and they will participate in their own time. Schools will only receive simple performance updates, and certificates to give out.
Effective in either format
Feedback from previous years has shown that students remain equally engaged in either format, leading to strong outcomes.
Pictured: Ningbo British International School students receiving their Economics World Cup certificates on stage at a school assembly.
Flexibility: Students may compete in class or in their own time
Pictured: Team Delta Econowarriors pose for a photograph while working on the 2025 Economics World Cup Final Case.
Appropriate across
ages 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 glimpse into economics, which helps them decide whether they want to pursue economics in the future.
Fair and accessible across all ages
Younger students get graded with a coefficient, and there are awards specifically reserved for younger participants.
Appropriate across ages 12-19
Zero barriers to entry
No prior knowledge required
The EWC is intentionally designed to be accessible, even if economics is not part of your school's curriculum. Students do not need to know any theories to be able to see them in action.
Fits easily into busy schedules
No preparation is required, as students are not expected to have any prior knowledge before participating. Round 1 takes about 15 minutes per day. Round 2 takes 3–7 hours over a span of one week.
No financial barriers
Financial aid is available for students where the administration fee represents a barrier.
Pictured: Team Filfort pose for a photo during an outdoors working session in the 2025 Economics World Cup.
Zero barriers to entry
Boosts your students' 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.
Shows where classroom learning leads
Most schools already do an excellent job of teaching theories, so there is little value in simply retesting this knowledge. Instead, the EWC provides a platform for students to see economics in practice, helping them understand the relevance of what they learn and appreciate their education.
Pictured: Team Econosaurus Rex pose for a photograph while working on the 2025 Economics World Cup Final Case.
Boosts your students' university and internship applications
An applied approach to learning
Early professional exposure
Your students will learn from professionals at the Oxford Finance Society, develop skills such as leadership and time management, and begin building their 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 a moderated online community, where your students will be able to discuss the development case with students all over the world and connect across cultures.
Pictured: Team GSAL Rockets recording their podcast entry for the 2025 Economics World Cup, suited and studio-ready.
An applied approach to learning
Above all, a learning experience that is genuinely fun for your students.
Above all, a learning experience that is genuinely fun for your students.
Based on results from a post-2025 EWC survey.
91.5%
91.5%
of participating students said they were likely to recommend 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 Economics World Cup.
How does my school participate?
How does my school participate?
1.
Click 'Register Now' and fill out the form.
It takes 2 minutes.
1.
2.
Within 24 hours, you will receive a custom information booklet via email.
This booklet contains everything your students need to know about EWC 2026, from timelines and prizes to rules and requirements.
3.
Forward the Information Booklet to your students.
Inside is a sign-up link, so they can directly enroll and automatically add you as their teacher.
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
Professor of Economics, University of Oxford
Craig Holmes
Professor of Economics, University of Oxford
Craig Holmes
Dr Craig Holmes is a Professor of Economics and the Helena and Simon Chow Lecturer at Pembroke College, University of Oxford, where he also conducts research.
Craig Holmes
Professor of Economics, University of Oxford
Craig Holmes
Dr Craig Holmes is a Professor of Economics and the Helena and Simon Chow Lecturer at Pembroke College, University of Oxford, where he also conducts research.
Luigi Gagliardi
CIO, VELUX
Luigi Gagliardi
CIO, VELUX
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
CIO, VELUX
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
Equity Analyst, Goldman Sachs
Caroline Anne
Equity Analyst, Goldman Sachs
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
Equity Analyst, Goldman Sachs
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:
Producing a coherent final report required the students to reconcile different points of view, structure an argument around evidence, and defend it to an audience. While these are skills our IB curriculum touches on, it is rarely to this depth, and I have seen students carry the confidence gained from the EWC into their other academic work.
Michaela Lyons
IBDP Economics Teacher & Examiner @ ESF King George V School
Producing a coherent final report required the students to reconcile different points of view, structure an argument around evidence, and defend it to an audience. While these are skills our IB curriculum touches on, it is rarely to this depth, and I have seen students carry the confidence gained from the EWC into their other academic work.
Michaela Lyons
IBDP Economics Teacher & Examiner @ ESF King George V School
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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
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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
The Economics World Cup case studies are at a level where there is simply no comparable academic enrichment opportunity for high school humanities students.
Fatih Deveci
Principal, International School of Hellerup
Some of last year’s students felt they learnt so much from it that they mentioned it in their Personal Statements and chose to apply to an Economics degree! The Economics World Cup really is a fantastic initiative, well done and thank you for organising it.
Marianne Megarbane
International Career Advisor
It was an experience very few students get to have, and one which should stay with them for a long time.
Nigel Whittlestone
Economics Subject Lead, Overseas Family School
Producing a coherent final report required the students to reconcile different points of view, structure an argument around evidence, and defend it to an audience. While these are skills our IB curriculum touches on, it is rarely to this depth, and I have seen students carry the confidence gained from the EWC into their other academic work.
Michaela Lyons
IBDP Economics Teacher & Examiner @ ESF King George V School
The EWC offers a highly engaging and intellectually rigorous form of enrichment that complements classroom learning exceptionally well. Several of our students remarked that the Economics World Cup felt more like tackling a genuine policy challenge than completing an examination.
I would recommend it unreservedly.
Neil Enright
Headmaster @ Queen Elizabeth’s School, Barnet
Hear what the students that participated in EWC 2025 have to say:
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.
Yale Young Scholars
Luanda International 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.
Inflation Nation
Park View 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.
Econosaurus Rex
Caulfield Grammar School
I am beyond grateful that I have been placed in a position to learn in such a unique way.
Capital & Conscience
North Cobb Christian School
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.
Sivaresquad
Academia Británica Cuscatleca
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.
Wolves of Mussoorie
Woodstock 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.
Wolves of Seongnam
Korea 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.
Chireconomists
Chirec International 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.
Keynesian Kickers
Rock Ridge High 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.
Chermaine
IGB International School
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.
Delta Econowarriors
Unidad Educativa Bilingüe Delta
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.
Market Failures
Eerde International Boarding 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.
Yale Young Economics Scholars
Chigwell School
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.
Goldman Socks
Raffles Institution
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.
Alliance Economics
Alliance Academy for Innovation
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.
Megyann
Raffles Girls' School
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.
Debt Collectors
The British School of Kuwait
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
GSAL Rockets
The Grammar School at Leeds
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.
Long River Capital Management
Institut Auf dem Rosenberg
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.
Divergent
Shine Mongol
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.
Power Wagers
Chatsworth 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.
Coligopoly
European International 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.
Megyann
Raffles Girls' School
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.
POTSS inDemand
Greensprings School Lagos
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).
Echelon Wealth
Del Norte High 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.
Money Monkeys
Oberoi International School
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!
WhiteRock, Inc
Satit Bilingual School of Rangsit University
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.
Yale Young Scholars
Luanda International 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.
Inflation Nation
Park View 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.
Econosaurus Rex
Caulfield Grammar School
I am beyond grateful that I have been placed in a position to learn in such a unique way.
Capital & Conscience
North Cobb Christian School
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.
Sivaresquad
Academia Británica Cuscatleca
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.
Wolves of Mussoorie
Woodstock 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.
Wolves of Seongnam
Korea 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.
Chireconomists
Chirec International 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.
Keynesian Kickers
Rock Ridge High 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.
Chermaine
IGB International School
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.
Delta Econowarriors
Unidad Educativa Bilingüe Delta
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.
Market Failures
Eerde International Boarding 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.
Yale Young Economics Scholars
Chigwell School
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.
Goldman Socks
Raffles Institution
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.
Alliance Economics
Alliance Academy for Innovation
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.
Megyann
Raffles Girls' School
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.
Debt Collectors
The British School of Kuwait
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
GSAL Rockets
The Grammar School at Leeds
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.
Long River Capital Management
Institut Auf dem Rosenberg
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.
Divergent
Shine Mongol
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.
Power Wagers
Chatsworth 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.
Coligopoly
European International 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.
Megyann
Raffles Girls' School
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.
POTSS inDemand
Greensprings School Lagos
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).
Echelon Wealth
Del Norte High 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.
Money Monkeys
Oberoi International School
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!
WhiteRock, Inc
Satit Bilingual School of Rangsit University
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.
Yale Young Scholars
Luanda International 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.
Inflation Nation
Park View 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.
Econosaurus Rex
Caulfield Grammar School
I am beyond grateful that I have been placed in a position to learn in such a unique way.
Capital & Conscience
North Cobb Christian School
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.
Sivaresquad
Academia Británica Cuscatleca
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.
Wolves of Mussoorie
Woodstock 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.
Wolves of Seongnam
Korea 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.
Chireconomists
Chirec International 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.
Keynesian Kickers
Rock Ridge High 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.
Chermaine
IGB International School
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.
Delta Econowarriors
Unidad Educativa Bilingüe Delta
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.
Market Failures
Eerde International Boarding 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.
Yale Young Economics Scholars
Chigwell School
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.
Goldman Socks
Raffles Institution
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.
Alliance Economics
Alliance Academy for Innovation
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.
Megyann
Raffles Girls' School
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.
Debt Collectors
The British School of Kuwait
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
GSAL Rockets
The Grammar School at Leeds
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.
Long River Capital Management
Institut Auf dem Rosenberg
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.
Divergent
Shine Mongol
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.
Power Wagers
Chatsworth 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.
Coligopoly
European International 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.
Megyann
Raffles Girls' School
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.
POTSS inDemand
Greensprings School Lagos
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).
Echelon Wealth
Del Norte High 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.
Money Monkeys
Oberoi International School
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!
WhiteRock, Inc
Satit Bilingual School of Rangsit University
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.
Yale Young Scholars
Luanda International 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.
Inflation Nation
Park View 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.
Econosaurus Rex
Caulfield Grammar School
I am beyond grateful that I have been placed in a position to learn in such a unique way.
Capital & Conscience
North Cobb Christian School
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.
Sivaresquad
Academia Británica Cuscatleca
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.
Wolves of Mussoorie
Woodstock 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.
Wolves of Seongnam
Korea 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.
Chireconomists
Chirec International 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.
Keynesian Kickers
Rock Ridge High 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.
Chermaine
IGB International School
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.
Delta Econowarriors
Unidad Educativa Bilingüe Delta
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.
Market Failures
Eerde International Boarding 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.
Yale Young Economics Scholars
Chigwell School
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.
Goldman Socks
Raffles Institution
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.
Alliance Economics
Alliance Academy for Innovation
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.
Megyann
Raffles Girls' School
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.
Debt Collectors
The British School of Kuwait
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
GSAL Rockets
The Grammar School at Leeds
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.
Long River Capital Management
Institut Auf dem Rosenberg
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.
Divergent
Shine Mongol
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.
Power Wagers
Chatsworth 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.
Coligopoly
European International 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.
Megyann
Raffles Girls' School
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.
POTSS inDemand
Greensprings School Lagos
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).
Echelon Wealth
Del Norte High 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.
Money Monkeys
Oberoi International School
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!
WhiteRock, Inc
Satit Bilingual School of Rangsit University
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Is there a reading list that my students should use to prepare?
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How many students can be in a team?
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Is there a maximum number of teams that can participate per school?
No, there is no maximum number of teams that can sign up from a school.
Do I need to invigilate my students?
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