Economics, Business, and Finance: Virtual Investment Case Competition!

Update as of November 7th, 2023 - Winners Announced:

We want to extend our heartfelt thanks to all the talented participants who entered our recent competition. Your dedication and hard work truly shone through in each submission. This year's competition was fierce, featuring several hundred participants from all corners of the globe, truly living up to the international spirit of Global Scholars Society!

The results are in, and we're thrilled to announce the winners of this contest:

🏆 1st Place: Nathaniel R. (USA)

🥈 2nd Place: David R. (UK/Brazil)

🥉 3rd Place: Abhay J. (India)

Congratulations to our finalists! We've also contacted those who received Commendation Awards. We appreciate your efforts and the unique perspectives you brought to the competition.

Our competitions will be back soon for 2024, with a few improvements (including the addition of prize money), so stay tuned for more information released shortly!

Curious about Nathaniel's winning entry? You can read it here

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Are you ready to dive into the world of finance and put your investment skills to the test? GSS Economics, Business, and Finance Division proudly presents the "Tech Titans Investment Case" competition – an exciting opportunity for high school and college students to showcase their financial acumen and analytical thinking. Whether you're a budding economist or a finance enthusiast, this competition is your chance to shine and have your potential recognized!

Competition Overview: The "Tech Titans Investment Case" competition is designed to challenge your ability to evaluate and recommend investments in the technology sector. You'll be presented with real-world scenarios involving three prominent technology companies – InnovateTech Inc. (ITI), FutureScape Technologies (FST), and DataConnect Solutions (DCS). Your task is to analyze their financial performance, growth potential, competitive advantage, and industry trends to choose the best investment recommendation. Prepare and submit a written investment pitch of no more than 500 words, recommending the best company for investment and justifying your choice.

Why Participate? Participating in the "Tech Titans Investment Case" competition offers numerous benefits:

1. Global Recognition: Have the chance to earn academic recognition on an international stage, which can be an impressive addition to your college application or CV/resume.

2. Apply Your Knowledge: Put your economics and finance knowledge into practice by analyzing real companies and making investment decisions.

3. Enhance Analytical Skills: Sharpen your analytical thinking as you evaluate financial data and assess growth prospects.

4. Industry Insights: Gain insights into the software, electric vehicle, and data analytics industries – some of the most dynamic sectors in today's economy.

5. Networking Opportunities: Connect with like-minded students who share your passion for finance and economics.

Competition Timeline:

• Case Study Release and Materials Distribution: [Once your entry is confirmed we will distribute these to you via email]

• Submission Deadline: [October 20th, 2023, 00:00 EST]

• Results Announcement: [Communicated to winners by October 30th, 2023, 00:00 EST]

How to Participate:

1. Head to the "services" section of our website and register to join the competition by paying the entry fee (why do we ask for this?) GSS Scholars can request a 50% fee reduction code by emailing info@globalscholarssociety.org

2. Once registered we will provide you with the case study and materials for you to read and make a start on your pitch.

3. Analyze the financial performance, growth prospects, and industry trends of the three technology companies.

4. Prepare a written investment pitch of no more than 500 words, recommending the best company for investment and justifying your choice.

5. Submit your investment pitch as a PDF document to info@globalscholarssociety.org by the submission deadline, along with your full name, school/college name, grade/year, and country.

Competition Rules:

1. Open to all current high school and college students worldwide.

2. Submissions must be the original work of the participant, and plagiarism is strictly prohibited.

3. Written investment pitch should not exceed 500 words.

4. All submissions must be in English and submitted as a PDF document via email.

5. All submissions must be made individually: this is not a team event

6. Late submissions may be accepted in certain circumstances. Please enquire at info@globalscholarssociety.org

7. By entering you agree to the GSS terms of service which can be found here

Prizes:

• 3 finalists will be selected and offered executive roles within the Global Scholars Society Economics, Business, and Finance Division

• The overall champion will have their winning entry published on the GSS website (or not, should they wish to remain anonymous)

• Highly commended awards will also be assigned at the discretion of the judging panel (number tbc depending upon entries)

• All participants will receive specific guidance on how to effectively write-up their achievements and participation in the competition for their college applications or CV/Resume

For inquiries or more information, contact us at info@globalscholarssociety.org or visit our website globalscholarssociety.org

Don't miss this opportunity to challenge yourself, learn, and compete with fellow finance enthusiasts in the "Tech Titans Investment Case" competition. Join us and make your mark in the world of finance!

Sincerely,

The GSS Competition Team

Why do we have an entry fee?

At GSS, we're committed to providing every applicant with the attention and consideration they deserve. We receive a high volume of entries from incredibly talented individuals like you, and to ensure that each entry receives the thorough review it deserves, we charge a small one-time fee.

This fee helps support our dedicated team in carefully reviewing every entry, ensuring that your unique qualities are given the attention they merit.

It also plays a vital role in sustaining the operations of our society, allowing us to continue offering valuable opportunities and enriching experiences to our scholars.

Thank you for understanding, we look forward to reading your entry,

GSS