1. Registration: First, you need to register an account in official website. Usually, registration will be open a few months before the start of the competition. When registering, you need to fill in personal information, school information, etc.
2. Team registration: After successful registration, you need to sign up for the competition in a team. Each team usually consists of 3-5 players from different schools, majors and grades. Team members need to maintain good communication and cooperation.
3. Topic selection: Before the competition starts, the organizer will announce one or more topics for the participating teams to choose from. You can choose a suitable topic according to your own interests and specialties. Usually, every topic is difficult and challenging.
4. Preparation materials: Before the competition starts, you need to collect relevant data, documents and tools in order to build a mathematical model and calculate it in the competition. In addition, you need to write a detailed report to introduce your ideas and results.
5. Submit your paper: You need to submit your paper to the organizer before the competition deadline. Usually, papers need to be submitted in PDF format, and some other relevant documents are attached, such as team members' profiles, recommendation letters from tutors, etc.
6. Waiting for the evaluation results: After the competition, the organizer will organize experts to evaluate all the entries. The evaluation results are usually announced in a few weeks to a few months. Winners will receive bonuses, certificates and other prizes.
7. Attend the award ceremony: Some winners may be invited to attend the award ceremony to exchange experiences and academic achievements with other outstanding players. This is a good opportunity to show your talents and an excellent platform to meet your peers.