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INTRODUCTION

The Cambridge University Finance and Investment Society (CUFIS) is one of the largest and most influential finance societies at the University of Cambridge. Meanwhile, the Cambridge Student Investment Fund (CamSIF) is Cambridge University’s most active, entirely student-led finance society. And CUFIS x CamSIF merged to form Cambridge’s most influential finance society. CUFIS x CamSIF collaborates with various financial institutions and enterprises, and holds a wide range of events and challenges, aiming to bridge academia and industry, expand elite network in the financial sector and cultivate forward-looking economists and financial elites for the future. 

CUFIS x CamSIF hosts a series of events throughout the year, including keynote speeches by senior executives from leading global enterprises, large-scale career development guidance events, seminars with financial experts, and financial challenges. With profound academic foundations and extensive industry connections, CUFIS x CamSIF has gained official recognition and support from world-renowned financial institutions, such as Goldman Sachs, Deutsche Bank, Jane Street, Scotiabank and Evercore. In the meantime, top-tier financial firms and investment banks including J.P.Morgan, Bank of America, Morgan Stanley, and Bloomberg have established in-depth event partnerships with CUFIS x CamSIF.

CEFC Program Overview

The Cambridge Economics and Finance Competition (CEFC) is open to high school students worldwide who are eager to enhance their economic and financial literacy. It is committed to identifying future financial elites and providing outstanding students globally with an opportunity to integrate into the Cambridge financial elite network of CUFIS x CamSIF. This unique experience offers students a chance to gain in-depth insights into economics and finance as academic disciplines while engaging in practical financial operations.

Global Impact

Global Influence of CEFC

The 2025 CEFC preliminary round attracted the active participation of economics students from nearly 20 countries.

Development Path

The Cambridge Economics and Finance Competition (CEFC) is divided into two rounds: the Qualifier Round and the Global Final. Top-performing participants in the Qualifier Round will have the opportunity to be invited to the Global Final, which will be held at the University of Cambridge in October 2026!

Highlights

Advancement system

Qualifier Round

Date: 12th June, 2025

Format: Multiple choice

Duration: 90 minutes

Scope: Fundamentals of Economics and Finance

Eligibility: Grade 9-12

Format: Individual

Language: English

Award

Honor Award: Top 5%

High Distinction: Top 15%

Distinction: Top 30%

Merit Award: Top 45%

Achievement Award: Top 60%

*Award winners will be invited to participate in the Global Final.

Certificate: All participants will receive a certificate of participation, while winners will be awarded an e-certificate.

Global Round

Students who win the Bronze award or above in the qualifier round will be invited to participate in the global final.

Here, top students from around the world will transform from emerging economic talents into future leaders amid the academic halls and practical financial arenas of the University of Cambridge!

The Individual Economics Challenge in the Global Final will further enhance participants’ capabilities in applying theories and conducting data analysis. In the Stock Pitch, students will refine decision-making skills, enhance their academic presentation skills and teamwork competence.

During the featured academic sessions, Cambridge Economics scholars will share cutting-edge methodologies. Participants will have the opportunity to access Cambridge’s academic resources and master quantitative analysis tools. Lectures on economics programme applications will help students decode the admission logic of Oxford and Cambridge.

Additionally, through sharing sessions by elite financial practitioners, students can gain insights into career paths in fields such as investment banking and asset management. Participants will achieve comprehensive improvements in theoretical knowledge, practical skills, and global perspectives!

  • Date: October 2026
  • Venue: University of Cambridge
  • Only 60 seats available
registration form

Includes the exam, grading, proctor fee, past-papers, certificates.

registration deadline

2 weeks before the competition