The SUMMIT Case Comp

Building on last year's success, the Economics Student Society (ESS) proudly presents The SUMMIT, SFU's flagship economics case competition, bringing together ambitious students to tackle real-world challenges in economics, finance, and public policy.

Designed to bridge economic theory with practical application, The SUMMIT challenges participants to apply analytical reasoning, economic frameworks, and strategic thinking to develop innovative, evidence-based solutions.

Event Overview

Date: November 6th, 2026

Location: SFU Burnaby Campus - Student Union Building (SUB) Ballroom

Teams: Open to all Undergraduate SFU Students (Any Major or Minor)

Prizes: Cash prizes, good food, and more!

Dress Code: Business Formal

What to Expect

Participants will have the opportunity to:

• Compete in teams of four to analyze a complex economic case study and develop data-driven recommendations.
• Present their solutions to a panel of industry professionals, demonstrating their economic reasoning, analytical skills, and strategic decision-making.
• Network with professionals and peers to gain industry insights, explore career pathways, and build meaningful connections.
• Compete for exciting prizes while gaining practical experience in economic analysis, problem-solving, and professional communication.

How to Register

Assemble your team of 2-4 people. You can also sign up individually and the ESS team will pair you up with other individual participants! Please choose the applicable ticket types when checking out and ensure that you have answered all order questions.

We will send confirmation and more event details within 48 hours of an order. The case will be sent to the participants on Oct 30 at 8:00 am. Competitors will have one week to prepare a presentation and deliver it on November 6th to a panel of judges. Participants are required to send the presentation to sfueconomics@gmail.com by November 5th, 12:00 p.m. in PDF or PPT format. Any presentation sent after the deadline will not be accepted.

Contact Us

For inquiries and more information, contact us at sfueconomics@gmail.com.

More than a case competition, The SUMMIT offers an opportunity to apply classroom knowledge to real-world economic challenges, collaborate across expertise and interests, and sharpen your communication skills.