University Trading
Tournament
How much risk are you willing to take?
Accept the challenge, beat the competition!
About competition
University Trading Tournament (UTT) is a competition in securities trading, launched in 2015 by the Financial Club at the Faculty of Economics and Business, University of Zagreb. It offers students passionate about finance a unique opportunity to deepen their understanding of financial markets and apply their knowledge in a real-world setting. As the only competition of its kind in the region, UTT has been held exclusively in Croatia — until now.
In 2025, UTT is expanding globally for the first time, collaborating with universities worldwide to bring the competition to a broader audience. Participation is fully accessible online, with all workshops recorded for remote attendees, while those interested can also attend in-person workshops in Zagreb. UTT welcomes all interested participants, though only students with valid student status in their respective country are eligible for prizes.
Members of the Financial Club were awarded the Rector’s Award in June 2016 for the successful organization of the 2016 University Trading Tournament.
Goal
The goal of the competition is to provide an opportunity for students with an interest in finance to expand their knowledge of financial markets and gain a sense of how to apply that knowledge in practice.
Currently, UTT is the only such student competition in the region.
Rules
Rules are designed to emphasize risk management and strategic decision-making, ensuring that the competition remains an educational experience rather than a game of chance.
5% maximum daily loss
20% maximum equity loss
PROGRAM
| Date | Activity | Description |
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March 10th - April 4th |
REGISTRATION |
Competitors fill out an online form to enter the competition |
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March 31st - April 4th |
EDUCATIONAL WORKSHOPS |
Week of educational workshops, where industry leaders and experts will deliver lectures on key topics in the trading world, offering participants not only valuable insights and practical knowledge but also a unique opportunity to network with professionals and like-minded peers |
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April 7th - April 25th |
COMPETITION |
Competition kicks off and runs for three weeks |
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April 25th |
FINAL CEREMONY |
Announcement of the winners and final gathering of competitors and organizers |
WORKSHOP SCHEDULE
| Date and time | Place | Description | Live stream |
|---|---|---|---|
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March 31st - 18:00 |
FER, lecture hall A-302 |
dr. sc. Vuk Vuković, CIO at Oraclum Capital - "Trading Psychology" |
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April 1st - 18:00 |
FER, lecture hall A-211 |
[Positive Equity - proprietary trading firm] Senior Trader Dominik Jukić and Junior Trader Dino Kosić - "Want to be a trader?" |
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PARTNERSHIP
In order to be able to advertise the competition in a quality way and provide funds for the prizes, we rely on partnerships. By partnering with University Trading Tournament (UTT), partners gain a unique opportunity to connect with the brightest student talents the trading community has to offer. UTT is not only a competition but also an educational initiative, helping students expand their knowledge of financial markets and trading strategies. Many partnerships result in job opportunities and valuable networking connections, as partners engage directly with top-performing students. By supporting UTT, partners actively contribute to the development of young professionals, shaping the next generation of finance and trading experts. Below you can see what the partnership includes.
PROMOTION
The competition offers sponsors global exposure to international students, boosting brand visibility. This is done through:
Logo on promotional materials
Social media posts
Posting of job opportunities on our web
Booth promotion (in Zagreb)
EDUCATIONAL LECTURES
This is a unique opportunity for sponsors to share their expertise, showcase their day-to-day work, and contribute to the education of young talents eager to learn about financial markets. By holding educational lectures, sponsors help bridge the gap between theory and practice, providing students with valuable industry insights and real-world applications of financial concepts.
CONNECTION WITH TOP COMPETITORS
UTT connects students with the business world, allowing sponsors to engage with top competitors, identify high-potential talent, and showcase their industry to the brightest minds in trading. By interacting with the most ambitious participants, sponsors gain direct access to future leaders in finance, fostering connections that often lead to career opportunities and long-term professional relationships.
PRIZES
1st place
1500€
2nd place
1000€
3rd place
500€
PARTNERS
