On March 15, a team of international graduate students from the School of Finance and Economics at Jiangsu University demonstrated remarkable skill and strategic acumen in the annual Jiangsu University Financial Simulation Competition. Hosted in collaboration with the School’s state-of-the-art Fintech Laboratory, the event drew participants from across the university to engage in real-time market trading and portfolio management simulations. The international student contingent, representing countries including South Korea, Indonesia, Thailand, and Nigeria, applied advanced financial modeling, risk assessment, and macroeconomic analysis techniques throughout the day-long competition.

Guided by faculty advisors from the Department of Finance, the students navigated a volatile simulated global market, responding to breaking economic news, interest rate changes, and geopolitical events. Their performance highlighted not only technical proficiency but also strong teamwork and adaptive decision-making under pressure. In the final review session, the judges—comprising faculty and an industry analyst from a local securities firm—praised the international students for their innovative approaches and cross-border investment perspectives. "Their ability to integrate diverse economic contexts into their financial strategies was particularly impressive," noted one judge.

This event is part of the School's ongoing initiative to provide experiential, technology-driven learning opportunities that bridge theory and practice. It underscores the growing role of international students in enriching the academic and competitive landscape of the School, preparing all participants for dynamic careers in the global finance sector.