21st Economic Essay Contest for University Students

The Korea Times invites Korean and foreign undergraduate and graduate university students to enter its 21st English Economic Essay Contest.

The annual event, sponsored by Woori Bank, aims to help students better understand the economy and finance and improve their English writing skills.

Applicants should submit an 800-word essay in newspaper column style on one of the designated topics.

Applicants must include their name, nationality, school major, email address and phone number with the submission.

Please download the application form.

Topics

Topic 1
Korea has become a super-aged society, prompting banks and other financial services firms to better cater to older customers. Unlike younger counterparts, it has been slower for older adults to adapt to digital banking services. Suggest tips for financial companies to attract and better serve older customers.
Topic 2
The financial industry is moving quickly to rely on artificial intelligence technology to more efficiently and cost-effectively introduce financial products, as well as handle asset management, investment and other services. In the era of AI, suggest ways for the Korean government and companies to expand access to various financial services for foreign residents and visitors.