Welcome to the
Temasek – Financial Times Challenge!

Build up your financial knowledge through a journey of exploration and problem solving.

Stand to win S$5,000 and an opportunity to attend exclusive workshops!

About the Challenge

The Temasek – Financial Times Challenge is a youth-oriented financial literacy campaign in Singapore, organised by Temasek in partnership with Financial Times.

Amidst an increasingly complex and fast-changing world, the Challenge seeks to help tertiary level students and early career professionals to build up personal resilience by raising awareness of financial issues that young adults face as they enter the workforce. In doing so, empower them with relevant principles and knowledge of better financial habits.

Temasek marks its 50th anniversary in 2024, commemorating its journey of Resilience, Growth and Purpose. The Challenge is part of Temasek’s continued commitment to give back to the community and build a resilient and future-ready workforce, so every generation prospers.

Eligibility

Participants should be:
– Aged 17 to 24
– A Singapore resident
You do not need prior knowledge of financial literacy or experience in investing.

What Will You Learn?

This Challenge is designed to equip you with essential financial skills that you can apply as you start on your journey of adulting. Through interactive modules, quizzes, and virtual tours, you can:

  • Understand your Finances: Gain a deeper understanding of how to manage your finances effectively, from budgeting and saving to investing wisely.

  • Make Informed Decisions: Identify accurate sources of news and information and learn to make informed decisions.

  • Build Confidence: Develop confidence in handling financial matters, a crucial ingredient for your future financial independence.

  • Prepare for the Future: Acquire skills that prepare you for essential financial situations, from managing college loans to planning for retirement.

How the Challenge Works

The Challenge consists of five learning modules, each designed to build on your financial knowledge.

Challenge Finale

In-person event

Participants who have completed all modules may stand a chance to progress to the weekend in-person event, where they can compete to win S$5,000 and attend exclusive workshops. The first 75 participants who successfully complete all modules will be invited to the in-person event.

The hackathon event will take place on October 19th, where selected participants will compete in teams to design a Master Your Money campaign.