HIEEC哈佛国际经济论文赛2025赛季开启！

　　哈佛大学及诺贝尔奖得主的评审支持，哈佛大学本科经济学会与《哈佛大学经济学评论》联合举办的HIEEC哈佛国际经济论文赛2024-2025的赛题现已正式发布。这是一项考验经济知识与写作能力的重磅赛事，对于未来考虑走经济商科方向的学生来说，含金量超高！

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　　2024-2025 HIEEC参赛须知

　　哈佛国际经济学论文大赛（HIEEC），由哈佛大学本科生经济学协会(HUEA)和《哈佛大学经济评论》(HCER)联合主办，让学生有机会展示自己的写作水平和对经济理论的理解。

　　参赛作品将由HUEA和HCER的董事会进行评审，如果入围决赛，作品将由哈佛知名教授、2016年诺贝尔经济学奖得主Oliver Hart亲自评审，获奖文章将在《哈佛大学经济评论》线上期刊发表!

　　适合学生

　　9-12年级学生，对经济学感兴趣的学生

　　赛事时间

　　● 论文提交截止：2025年1月5日 晚11:59（美东时间）

　　● 公布最佳推荐和入围名单：2025年2月底

　　● 在网站上公布获奖结果：2025年3月初

　　写作及提交要求

　　① 英文撰写，字数限制在1500字之内，多出的文字将会被自动删减。论文的字数限制不包含引用，脚注，标题，标头和页脚

　　② 参赛者必须作出声明论文由本人完成，如果选手接受任何外界协助，则必须要在报名表中说明。如有抄袭，将立即失去比赛资格。

　　③ 同时只有第一次提交的论文会被纳入评选，重复提交不会采纳

　　注意：今年，把论文提交量限制为 200 份！

　　获奖荣誉

　　★ 前3名获奖论文(经作者许可后)将在《哈佛大学经济学评论》在线出版物上发表

　　★ 前10名入围名单将在网上公布，并由2016年经济学诺贝尔奖得主Oliver Hart进行评审

　　★ 另有20位参赛者将获得“最佳推荐”荣誉奖，他们的名字将在网上公布

　　2024-2025 HIEEC赛题

　　HIEEC要求参赛者必须从4个主题中选择其一，并写出一篇1500字以内的经济学论文。

　　01、环境- Environment

　　Carbon taxes have been implemented in many countries, including in Europe and the United States, and are considered to play a significant role in regulating greenhouse gas emissions. However, there are criticisms regarding this approach, such as the argument that it is not effective because enterprises may keep polluting as long as they pay the cost. Additionally, the competitive advantage of imported products from countries without carbon taxes raises questions about its effectiveness. What unique effects can be anticipated from carbon taxes compared to subsidies for renewable energy? To address the concerns currently raised about carbon taxation, what potential alternatives could be considered?

　　02、不平等- Inequality

　　Consider a country where income taxes are used to address socioeconomic inequality by taxing a portion of citizens' earnings, typically in a way that is proportional to income. Now, imagine that this government is debating a policy shift that would eliminate income taxes for all employed persons, replacing them with a new consumption tax on goods and services, proportional to the value of each item purchased. Analyze the potential short - term and long - term economic and social effects of this policy shift within this country, as well as possible impacts on its relationships with other nations. Would you recommend this approach as a viable alternative to income taxes? Additionally, consider how at least two different groups (e.g., high - income earners, retirees, unemployed persons) might view this policy change. Would they likely support or oppose it, and why?

　　03、劳动力和教育

　　Workforce & Education

　　As automation and technological advancements continue to reshape industries, the skill sets required in the workforce are rapidly changing. How should education systems adapt to prepare students for a future dominated by automation and artificial intelligence? Evaluate the potential economic impact of reorienting education around STEM fields versus soft skills and critical thinking. What changes can be made at both the policy and institutional levels to ensure a workforce that is resilient and capable of thriving in an automated world?

　　04、加密货币/金融

　　Crypto/Finance

　　With the rise of cryptocurrencies and the potential introduction of central bank digital currencies (CBDCs), the role of traditional central banks may undergo significant shifts. How might the widespread adoption of digital currencies affect monetary policy, financial stability, and global capital flows? Should central banks regulate or embrace these innovations? Discuss the potential benefits and risks of digital currencies for consumers, businesses, and governments, and analyze how monetary systems could evolve in response.

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