ECONOMICS EXPLORER COMPETITION
Economics Explorer is a national economics competition designed for primary, secondary school and pre-university students, aiming to challenge their knowledge of economics, entrepreneurship, financial literacy and business.
Economics has a diverse range of fields. Among them are:
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Introduction
Economics Explorer Competition stands as an impactful online national competition designed for primary, secondary school and pre-university students. Its main goal is to challenge participants in areas such as economics, entrepreneurship, financial literacy, and business.
Economics Explorer goes beyond traditional assessment methods by aiming to ignite a competitive spirit among students. By offering a platform that allows participants to refine and enhance their economic and financial literacy, the competition becomes a catalyst for individual growth and development in these crucial areas.
A notable feature of Economics Explorer is its unique approach to questioning, connecting economic and financial concepts to both local and global economies throughout history. This innovative approach not only tests participants’ knowledge but also encourages them to think critically about the real-world implications of economic principles.
The competition format, consisting of multiple-choice questions and tests, requires participants to apply their understanding of economic and financial concepts to address challenges related to capital resources, financial instruments, and financial market analysis.
The competition will take place on 21st December 2024.
Who should participate?
The Economics Explorer Competition is tailored for primary, secondary school and pre-university students, encompassing individuals within the age group of 10 to 18 years old. This inclusive age range ensures that students in the later years of secondary education and those pursuing pre-university studies can actively participate, engage, and benefit from the competition.
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Objectives
To unlock and nurture the potential of young minds in the field of economics
To expose students on the importance of financial literacy in daily life
To provide students with the opportunity to apply their inquiry-based economics and entrepreneurial skills, honed through extracurricular activities, in real-world scenarios
To equip students with Higher Order Thinking Skills (HOTS), preparing them to tackle future challenges in the ever-evolving global economic landscape
To promote the practical application of economic skills in various human endeavors especially as a way to solve national problems
Advantages
Economics Explorer Competition program in Malaysia comprises four stages;
1. Malaysian Economics Olympiad (MyEO)
- The top 10% from the secondary category (13 - 18 years old)
- Paper-based exam (offline)
2. National Selection Camp
- The top 15 to 20 students from MyEO
- Online camp
- Final test
3. National Training Camp
- The best 5 students from selection camp
- Physical camp
4. International Economics Olympiad (IEO)
- The best 5 students
Competition Format
- Mode: Online
- Questions: 30 Objective Questions
- Answering Time: 1 hour 30 minutes
- Language: English & Bahasa Melayu
- Necessity: Stable internet connection & scientific calculator
IMPORTANT DATES
- Registration for School : 14 October 2024 - 4 December 2024
- Registration for Individual : 1 November 2024 - 4 December 2024
- Competition Day : 22 December 2024
- Result announcement : January 2024
Registration Fee
- Early bird registration (School ONLY) : RM 36.00/participant (14 October - 31 October 2024)
- Normal registration : RM 40.00/participant (1 November 2024 - 4 December 2024)
- Individual registration : RM 60.00/participant (1 November 2024 - 4 December 2024)
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