A national challenge in Economics, Finance, and Business — empowering the next generation of thinkers, innovators, and leaders.
About the Competition
The Cyprus University of Technology proudly announces the 2026 National Competition “Manage Your Finances Smartly, Build Your Future Wisely”, the third national edition of the initiative that will select the national 5-member team representing Cyprus at the International Economics Olympiad (IEO) 2026 in Suzhou, China.
The IEO is a prestigious global competition that unites exceptional high school students representing more than 68 countries worldwide. It combines the disciplines of Economics, Finance, and Business to challenge young minds, encourage analytical thinking, and inspire innovation. Cyprus enters its third consecutive year of participation, following an award‑winning debut in Hong Kong in 2024, where the national team achieved three bronze medals.
The competition is organised by the Department of Finance, Accounting and Management Science (FAMS) of the Cyprus University of Technology (CUT), with the support of leading national institutions and sponsors, including the Cyprus Ministry of Education, Sport and Youth, the Central Bank of Cyprus, the Cyprus Securities and Exchange Commission, the Youth Board of Cyprus, and the Financial Wellbeing Institute.
The competition welcomes high school students from all academic backgrounds who excel in their studies, demonstrate sharp intellect, and show creative thinking, and who are eager to understand how economics and finance shape today’s world. Participants embark on a transformative learning journey that builds analytical reasoning, economic understanding, financial literacy, and teamwork — the essential skills for the next generation of economists, innovators, and leaders.
The Journey
The competition unfolds across four progressive phases, combining discovery, challenge, and collaboration. Each phase builds on knowledge, skills, and confidence — from intuitive reasoning to advanced analysis and teamwork. Learn more about each phase and how to prepare HERE.
Why Participate
With your participation in the Competition, you could:
- Represent Cyprus at the International Economics Olympiad in Suzhou, China.
- Compete for medals, awards, and exclusive training that enhance your CV, career and academic prospects.
- Strengthen your reasoning, analytical, and teamwork skills in real-world economic and financial contexts.
- Learn directly from top academics, mentors, and industry professionals who inspire excellence.
Participation & Eligibility
Students enrolled in upper secondary education (Lyceum level or equivalent) in public, private, or technical schools in Cyprus are eligible to participate, provided they will not reach the age of 20 by June 30th, 2026. This excludes students currently attending lower secondary (Gymnasium) levels.
The participation fee is set at €10 per contestant. Fee exemptions are available for students from families with three or more children and for those who qualify for the minimum guaranteed income, upon presentation of valid supporting documentation.
Registration Period: 10 December 2025 – 27 January 2026
Phase 1 Exam Date @ CUT: 31 January 2026
Location: Cyprus University of Technology, Limassol – Register HERE
Privacy & Data Protection
All participants consent to the processing of their personal data by the Cyprus University of Technology, the International Economics Olympiad, and their authorised partners, strictly for the purposes of organising and executing the competition in compliance with GDPR standards. During the competition, the Cyprus University of Technology and its partners may film or photograph participants for documentation and promotional use.
A Call to the Future
“Manage Your Finances Smartly, Build Your Future Wisely” is more than a competition — it is an opportunity to challenge yourself, connect with mentors, and prepare for tomorrow’s economic world.
Think critically, take initiative, and build your future wisely.