March 5, 2025
EPOKA University participated in the Stock Market Learning Competition, a prestigious stock exchange simulation aimed at enhancing students' financial literacy and investment skills. Representing EPOKA , Ergys Hoti and Lisbora Cani from the Banking and Finance Department, under the mentorship of Dr. Armanda Tola, excelled in the competition and were awarded in the Sustainability Criteria category at the award ceremony held on March 5, 2025.
More than 30 student teams from 15 universities across Albania took part in the competition, which was organized by German Sparkassenstiftung Albania (DSIK) in collaboration with the Albanian Financial Supervisory Authority (AFSA). This initiative aimed to promote financial education and encourage student engagement in capital markets.
The competition provided students with a four-month simulation experience (October–January), where they acted as brokers, investing virtual funds in various assets. While the transactions were not real, they were evaluated based on actual market prices, allowing participants to develop investment strategies and gain valuable experience without financial risk. The objective was to make strategic investment decisions and maximize returns.
EPOKA University’s success in this competition reflects its commitment to practical learning experiences and preparing students for real-world financial challenges.
