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The Competition

Want to interview one of the world's leading economists? 🫵

Paul Collier is a renowned economist and public policy expert, holding esteemed positions such as Professor of Economics and Public Policy at the Blavatnik School of Government, Oxford. With a career that includes influential work in global economic development and contributions to top publications like The New York Times, Paul Collier has shaped our understanding of economic challenges and opportunities worldwide.

Pragmat's Paul Collier "Left Behind" Competition invites UK school students in Years 12-13 to delve into Paul Collier's latest book, Left Behind, and analyse its key messages by submitting a response of either kind:

a. A book review
b. A critical response
c. An application of the main arguments to a case study

The winner will have the exceptional opportunity to INTERVIEW Paul Collier, either virtually or in person, making this a unique chance to engage directly with a global thought leader.

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Credit: Blavatnik School of Government / John Cairns

What to Do Next

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1. Register below

Complete the registration form at the bottom of this page

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2. Buy the book here

Click here to go and buy the book "Left Behind". Or borrow from your local library

3. Read the book

Go away and read the fantastic analysis by Paul Collier

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4. Complete your response

Write your response and submit it when the portal opens Sept. 30th

Details

- Entrants must be in Years 12-13 studying at ANY UK-school

- To register, fill out the "Register for Competition" form below

- The submission portal will open on September 30th and close on November 4th at 12:00 BST. The winner will be announced on December 2nd

- The maximum length of a response is 1,200 words

- Entrants must submit a response of either kind to Paul Collier's book "Left Behind"

a. A book review
b. A critical response
c. An application of the main arguments to a case study

- For more info. and to see how to best format your review, please see the "Competition Rules"

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