Financial Literacy Bootcamp
Your first paycheck shouldn’t be your first lesson in finance
A hands-on, in-person financial education programme for young people in Luxembourg,
combining practical workshops and a three-month portfolio management challenge.
In-person sessions: April–May · Portfolio challenge: April–July · Application deadline: 31 January 2026
About the Programme
The Financial Literacy Bootcamp is an in-person learning programme designed to help young people in Luxembourg develop practical financial skills before entering the world of work, higher education, or independent living.
Delivered by Professors Without Borders / Professeurs Sans Frontières A.S.B.L., the programme focuses on understanding money, making thoughtful choices, and building long-term confidence.
Participants are encouraged to develop responsible financial habits and informed decision-making skills that will support them throughout adult life.
This initiative is proudly supported by CaixaBank, White & Case, and Nordic Capital. Our in-person sessions are hosted at their offices in Luxembourg.
The programme is supported by corporate volunteers from these companies, who mentor participants during the bootcamp sessions and the portfolio management challenge.
Why Join the Bootcamp?
Many young people leave school without the tools needed to manage money responsibly. Budgeting, understanding credit, planning major expenses, and making informed financial decisions are rarely covered in formal education.
This bootcamp was created to:
Provide practical financial education grounded in real-life situations
Help young people build confidence and responsibility around money
Offer learning outside the classroom, in professional environments
Support a smoother transition into adult financial independence
Why We Created This Programme
Despite being one of Europe’s wealthiest countries, many young people in Luxembourg still lack access to practical financial education. Financial skills are rarely taught in schools, leaving students underprepared for managing money, employment transitions, and everyday financial decisions.
The Financial Literacy Bootcamp was created to:
Offer accessible, practical financial education
Support young people at a key transition into adult life
Connect participants with professional networks in Luxembourg
Encourage responsible and informed financial decision-making from an early age
Programme Structure
The Financial Literacy Bootcamp is structured as a two-part programme, combining learning and application.
Phase 1 – In-Person Bootcamp Sessions
Three interactive sessions held on Saturdays in April–May, focused on building core financial knowledge and responsible decision-making.
Participants will explore:
Personal finance, budgeting, and saving
Smart spending and credit awareness
Introduction to investing and long-term financial thinking
Phase 2 – Portfolio Management Challenge
Following the bootcamp sessions, participants take part in a three-month virtual portfolio management challenge, running until July.
Participants will:
Manage a €50,000 virtual investment portfolio
Use real market data in a risk-free environment
Apply concepts learned during the bootcamp
Reflect on strategy, risk, and decision-making
Receive guidance from professional mentors
The programme concludes with portfolio presentations and a cash prize awarded to the strongest overall portfolio strategy.
Location & Format
Location: Luxembourg (in-person sessions)
Schedule: Three Saturdays, April–May
Time: 10:00–12:30
Language: French
Exact venues will be confirmed with programme partners.
What Participants Will Gain
By the end of the programme, participants will:
Understand how to manage money responsibly
Build practical budgeting and planning skills
Develop awareness of credit and financial systems
Gain a foundational understanding of investing
Feel more confident making financial decisions
How to Apply
Applications for the Financial Literacy Bootcamp are now open.
The programme will run in April–May, followed by a three-month portfolio management competition ending in mid-July. Places are limited and applications close on 31 January.