The International Competition for Young Composers is jointly initiated and organized by the Central Conservatory of Music (CCOM), Universal Edition Vienna (UE), and the mdw - University of Music and Performing Arts Vienna. The Competition is to be held every two years, alternately for chamber music and orchestral music composition. Aiming to provide a stage for young composers around the world to showcase their talents, the Competition is going to strengthen academic and cultural exchange, as well as jointly build a community with a shared future for mankind.

The first Competition will be held for chamber music composition in 2025. There are no nationality restrictions for contestants, who must be born in 1990 or later.

The Competition will be carried out in three rounds: preliminary selection round, semi-final and final round. The Jury Committee composed of the renowned composers both domestically and internationally invited by CCOM, UE and mdw ensures the fairness and transparency of the scoring process.