World Youth Financial Competition
The online exam for the World Youth Financial Competition consists of three main sections: financial fundamentals, such as the functions of money, types of financial instruments, and basic banking operations; financial phenomena and principles, including factors affecting interest rate fluctuations, the mechanisms behind inflation, and the impact of economic policies on financial markets; and financial practical applications, including basic operations of common financial software, analysis of simulated financial transactions, and the basic application of financial knowledge in daily life (such as methods for personal budget planning).
The exam features a variety of question types, and the difficulty level is adjusted based on age and knowledge level. The children's group focuses on mastering foundational knowledge, while the youth group places greater emphasis on the application of financial principles and problem-solving skills.
Registration Fee: Free
Competition Categories:
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P1-P3 (Age 6-9)
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P4-P6 (Age 9-12)
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S1-S3 (Age 12-15)
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S4-S6 (Age 15-18)
Important dates:
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Application Deadline: October 13, 2025
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Result Announcement Date: October 22, 2025
Award Categories
Individual Awards:
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Special Gold Award (Top 12% of participants in the group)
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Gold Award (Top 12%-25% of participants in the group)
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Silver Award (Top 26%-45% of participants in the group)
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Bronze Award (Top 46%-60% of participants in the group)
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Excellence Award (Top 61%-100% of participants in the group)
Group Awards:
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Outstanding Group Award
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Outstanding Mentor Award
Award winners can request customized awards featuring the participant's name in Chinese or English.
Award Options:
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Electronic Certificate: HKD 200
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Electronic Certificate + Physical Certificate: HKD 290
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Electronic Certificate + Physical Certificate + Medal: HKD 325
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Electronic Certificate + Physical Certificate + Medal + Trophy: HKD 365
The deadline for award applications is two weeks after the announcement of the results.
All awards will be mailed within eight weeks after the application deadline.
Awards and certificates will be sent via SF Express, cash on delivery.
Once the awards are signed for, no replacements will be issued in case of damage or loss.
The organizers are not responsible for failed deliveries due to incorrect information or communication difficulties.
Competition Guidelines:
1. Competition Categories
Participants may self-select their competition tier based on question difficulty groupings.
2. Registration & Timing
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Complete registration and submit your exam before the stated deadline.
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A confirmation email will be sent upon registration.
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Access the competition portal at any time before the deadline to complete the exam.
3. Exam Format
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Platform: Online, with multiple-choice, fill-in-the-blank, or short-answer questions.
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Device: Computers are recommended; mobile devices are permitted but may limit functionality.
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Integrity Rules:
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Strictly adhere to the academic honesty pledge.
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Switching screens, impersonation, or external assistance is prohibited.
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4. Competition Rules
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Duration: 30–45 minutes (varies by category). Answers auto-submit when time expires.
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Attempts: One submission per participant.
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Strategy: Prioritize familiar questions first. Unanswered items may be revisited until time ends.
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Tools: Calculators are permitted.
5. Content & Expectations
Questions assess both foundational knowledge and advanced problem-solving skills.
6. Results & Rankings
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School rankings will be calculated using participant-provided data.
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To ensure fairness, answers and results will not be released immediately post-competition.
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Final rankings will be:
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Emailed/WhatsApp messaged to registered contacts.
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Published on the official website and social media.
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Entry Requirements：
1、Basic Knowledge of Finance
Focus on fundamental financial concepts, including the nature and functions of money, the structure and classification of financial markets, and the characteristics and applications of financial instruments. It systematically examines the operational models of financial institutions, basic types of financial businesses, and the meanings and application scenarios of financial terms. It covers the characteristics of different financial products and their forms in economic activities, as well as an in-depth understanding of the basic rules of financial transactions, the operating laws of the financial system, and financial diversity—including participants in financial activities, the process of financial transactions, and an overview of major financial fields.
2、Financial Phenomena and Scientific Principles
Explore the causes, mechanisms, and impacts of financial events, such as triggering factors of stock market fluctuations, the internal logic of exchange rate changes, and the emergence and transmission of financial risks. It analyzes the regulatory principles of financial market operations (such as the mechanism of monetary policy, the impact of regulatory policies on financial activities) and financial pricing theories (such as interest rate determination theory, asset pricing models). It conducts in-depth research on the mutual relationship between finance and the economy, driving factors of financial innovation, and the changing laws of financial cycles. It also explores the impact of human economic activities on financial markets (such as the role of consumption behavior in the credit market, the influence of investment activities on the capital market).
3、Financial Practice and Application
Strengthen practical financial skills, including the use of common financial tools (such as banking apps, wealth management software) and the procedures for handling basic financial businesses (such as savings, money transfers, simple investments). Through case studies simulating real financial scenarios, it analyzes financial data, evaluates the returns and risks of financial products, and formulates financial planning schemes for individuals or small organizations. It initially applies financial calculation tools to conduct simple return estimation, cost accounting, and risk assessment.
4、Question Types and Difficulty Levels
The question types are diverse, including multiple-choice questions, fill-in-the-blank questions, short-answer questions, essay questions, and financial scheme design questions. Based on age and knowledge level.