Think economics is boring? Think again. The Economics Olympiad is basically the Hunger Games of money and markets—a high-stakes showdown where teen whiz-kids battle with brains instead of bows. It’s not your grandpa’s snoozy econ class; it’s an intellectual adventure with real-world cash vibes.
Not your average econ class
In an Economics Olympiad you wrestle with three very different challenges:
- Financial Literacy Blitz: a quick-fire 25-question round on money basics—from inflation to crypto.
- Economics IQ Test: mixed open/MCQ theory + applied problems. One minute you’re explaining market shocks, next you’re optimizing a budget.
- Business Case Battle: team up, crack a case, present to judges—like “Shark Tank” meets policy lab.
Over fifty countries now send their best to the International Economics Olympiad (IEO). Bangladesh joined in 2019 and has been on a tear ever since.
Bangladesh: from newcomer to contender
In just five years the Bangladesh Economics Olympiad (BDEO) exploded from ~200 to 10,000 contestants nationwide. Even during political unrest in 2024, the national team navigated city lockdowns and visa drama to reach Hong Kong—and still brought home a Bronze. Earlier, Bangladesh earned its first IEO Silver in 2022, and at the World Economics Cup we’ve even struck Gold. From scratch to serious challenger—fast.
Why you should care
- It’s fun & useful: analyze real problems—climate policy, inequality, digital currency—and argue like a teen policy wonk.
- Global community: swap ideas with peers worldwide, build a network, and learn how money moves the world.
- Opportunities: olympiad success stands out on college apps and opens doors to scholarships and internships.
Bottom line: Economics Olympiad turns the “dismal science” into an addictive challenge. If you’re curious about how money makes the world go round, this is your stage.
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