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FBLA Competitive Events (Future Business Leaders of America)
Competition · Future Business Leaders of AmericaFBLA High School members compete in a broad range of business and career-related events (objective tests, presentations, and projects) that apply classroom concepts in a workforce-simulated setting with feedback from business professionals. Students join through a school chapter, compete at regional and state conferences, and qualify for the National Leadership Conference each summer. Membership also opens FBLA scholarships and awards.
Who can apply
GradesGrades 9–12
Min GPA—
ScopeNational
StatesAll states
FieldsBusiness · Finance · Accounting · Marketing · Information Technology
Logistics
Cost to youFBLA membership dues (national + state chapter)
Financial aidNot listed
StipendNot listed
FormatVaries
LengthSchool-year cycle; NLC held late June
WhereRegional and state conferences; national conferences
AwardsRegional, state and national placements; FBLA scholarships and recognition programs
Applying
OpensJoin via your school chapter in the fall
DueQualifying deadlines set per state; National Leadership Conference each summer
You submitJoin or start an FBLA chapter at your school (a teacher serves as adviser), then register for competitive events through your chapter.