News & Guides
Season guides, division explainers and the latest on the National Economics Challenge and the China National Round (CNEC).
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NEC Pre Division Personal Entry: Should You Compete Solo or Wait for a Team in 2027
The 2027 NEC Pre Division now allows solo participation at the Preliminary stage. Learn who qualifies, how scoring works, and whether you should register alone or wait for teammates.
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The NEC Pre Division Explained: Format, Expectations and Who Should Enter
A deep-dive into the NEC Pre division: format, realistic scope, eligibility and exactly which student it is built for in the 2026-27 CNEC season.
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Starting Economics Competitions in Grade 8-9: Is the NEC Pre Division Your On-Ramp?
Grade 8-9 and new to economics? The NEC Pre division is built as a beginner on-ramp (teams of 2-4, micro + macro). Here is what to realistically expect and how to grow into it.