Q1. How do I submit my research paper?

A: Participants must submit their Research Paper in both Microsoft Word and PDF versions via email to bvia@icapital.biz with the title “2024 BVIA_Preliminary Stage Research Paper_[TEAM NAME]”. Kindly refer to the 2024 Budding Value Investor Award Rules and Regulations for detailed information.

Q2. Can my teammates be students from different universities?

A: Yes, a team can consist of postgraduate, undergraduate or diploma students pursuing different majors & years of study from different universities. Kindly refer to the 2024 Budding Value Investor Award Rules and Regulations for detailed information.

Q3. Are we able to choose any stock that we prefer? Or is there a preselected list of stocks that we need to choose from?

A: You may choose any Chinese stock that is listed in any stock exchanges around the world.

Q4. Is there any specific time period of the stock’s financial years that we need to cover in the research?

A: Participants must include all three financial statements (income statements, balance sheet and cash flow statement) over 10 years or since inception, whichever is longer, in Part 2 of their Research Paper.

Q5. It is mentioned that teams must comprise of up to 3 members. Does that mean teams of 2 are also eligible to participate in this competition?

A: Yes, teams can consist of a maximum of 3 members (individual or groups of two to three).

Q6. I was hoping to take part in this competition with some friends but have not yet finalised my team members. Can I change my team members after registering?

A: Yes, you can. Please note that amendments to the team members can only be done before the Research Paper submission deadline, 15 Sep 2024, 11.59 PM Malaysia time (GMT+8). Any amendment after the submission date will not be considered. If you want to change your team members before the submission deadline, kindly email the relevant changes to bvia@icapital.biz.

Q7. Who are the judges of the Preliminary Stage and the Final Stage?

A: The Preliminary Stage Research Paper will be assessed by internal judges from Capital Dynamics, while the Final Stage presentation will be judged by a panel of external judges.

Q8. Are there any guidelines for the Research Paper?

A: Yes, Research Paper Guidelines are available here.

Q9. If I don’t register in time, can I still submit my research paper?

A: No, it is compulsory for you to complete the registration on https://bvia.icapital.biz/ before submitting your Research Paper on 15 Sep 2024, 11.59 PM Malaysia time (GMT+8). Capital Dynamics will disqualify any team that is not registered by this deadline.

Q10. What is the format of the Final Stage presentation?

A: The brief format is available on the 2024 Budding Value Investor Award Rules and Regulations. Further guidelines will be communicated to the Finalists.

Q11. Do I need to pay an entrance fee for the competition?

A: No, the 2024 Budding Value Investor Award is a free competition for all students.

Q12. Is there a limit to how many teams a university can send to participate in this competition?

A: No, there is no limit on how many teams a university can send to take part in this competition.

Q13. I have finished my studies but have yet to graduate. Can I still participate?

A: Yes, you are only required to be an existing postgraduate, undergraduate or diploma student at the time of registration.

Q14. Is it necessary for participants to be students of Business or Finance backgrounds?

A: No, all students from ANY major are eligible to participate in the 2024 Budding Value Investor Award.

Q15. If my team is shortlisted for the Final Stage but one of my team members is unable to attend the presentation, will my team be disqualified?

A: All team members of the shortlisted teams must participate in the presentation. Exemptions will only be given subject to a valid reason of absence. Kindly refer to the 2024 Budding Value Investor Award Rules and Regulations for detailed information.