Objective Events
For objective tests you take an online test (in Mr. Reynolds’ or Mr. Brown’s room).
Each tests has a one (1) hour time limit to answer 100 questions. Mr. Reynolds
has study materials for each of the tests!
Top 5 places at Districts will advance to State.
Accounting I (Five entries) – One (1) hour test based on accounting (journaling, classifying
accounts, terminology, types of ownership, posting, income statement, balance sheet,
worksheet, bank reconciliation, payroll, ethics, depreciation, and manual and computerized
systems)
Agribusiness (Five entries) – One (1) hour online objective test based on understanding and skill
in basic agribusiness concepts including economics, finance and accounting, health, safety, and
environmental management, management analysis and decision making, marketing, and
terminology and trends.
Business Calculations (Five entries) – One (1) hour objective test based on: consumer credit,
mark-ups and discounts, data analysis, interest rates, payroll, investments, taxes, bank records,
insurance, ratios and proportions, depreciation, inventory.
Business Communication (Five entries) – One (1) hour objective test based on: written & oral
communication concepts, grammar, reading comprehension, editing & proofreading, word
definition & usage, capitalization, punctuation, spelling, digital communications.
Business Law (Five entries)– One (1) hour objective test based on: legal systems, contracts and
sales, business organization, property laws, agency and employment laws, negotiable
instruments, insurance, secured transactions, bankruptcy, consumer and product/personal
liability, consumer law, and domestic and personal law.
Business Math (Five entries; only for 9th and 10th grade) – One (1) hour online test showing your
ability to solve common business mathematical problems. The following competencies are
covered: basic math concepts, consumer credit, data analysis and probability, fractions,
percentages, discounts, and decimals.
Business Procedures (Five entries) – One (1) hour online test showing your knowledge of basic
skills and procedures and the ability to make intelligent business decisions. The following
competencies will be covered: human relations, technology concepts, business operations,
communication skills, information processing, decision making/management, career
development, database information management, ethics and safety, and finance.
Computer Problem Solving (Five entries) – One (1) hour online test showing a broad base of
knowledge in core hardware and operating system technologies including installation,
configuration, diagnostics, preventative maintenance, and basic networking. The following
competencies will be covered: operating systems, networks, personal computer components,
security, safety and environmental issues, laptop and portable devices, printers and scanners.
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Cyber Security (Five entries) – One (1) hour online test showing your understanding of security
needs for technology. The following competencies will be covered: defend and attack (virus,
spam, spyware, etc), network security, disaster recovery, e-mail security, intrusion detection,
authentication, public key, physical security, cryptography, forensics security, cyber security
policy.
Economics (Five entries) – One (1) hour online test showing your ability to identify, understand,
and apply economic principles to contemporary social, political, and ecological problems. The
following competencies will be covered: basic economic concepts and principles, productivity,
macroeconomics, market structures (monopoly, oligopoly, etc), investments and interest rates,
role of government, monetary and fiscal policy, types of businesses/economic institutions,
business cycles/circular flow, supply and demand, and international trade/global economics.
FBLA Principles and Procedures (Five entries; only for 9th and 10th grade) – One (1) hour online
test that allows you to show your interest in the background and current FBLA information.
The test will cover the following competencies: FBLA organization, bylaws, handbook, FBLA
national competitive event guidelines, FBLA national publications, FBLA creed and national
goals.
Healthcare Administration (Five entries) – One (1) hour online test that shows your ability to
help people in the heather care field. It is based on the following competencies: managing
office activities, enhancing communication skills, identifying legal and ethical issues in health
care practices, managing financial functions, and enhancing employability skills.
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Insurance and Risk Management (Five entries) – One (1) hour online test based on your
understanding of the risk management process, property and liability insurance, heath,
disability, and life insurance, insurance knowledge, decision making, careers, and ethics.
Introduction to Business (5 entries; only for 9th and 10th grade) – One (1) hour online test that
shows your knowledge of money management and banking, consumerism, characteristics and
organization of business, economic systems, rights and responsibilities of employees,
managers, owners, and government, career awareness, global (international) business, ethics,
and insurance.
Introduction to Business Communication (5 entries; only for 9th and 10th grade) – One (1) hour
online test that shows your knowledge and understanding of basic communication skills and
concepts. The following competencies will be tested: grammar, punctuation and capitalization,
oral communication concepts, reading comprehension, word definition and usage,
proofreading and editing, and spelling.
Introduction to Information technology (5 entries; only for 9th and 10th grade) – One (1) hour
online test that shows your understanding of technology skills aligned with the Internet and
Computing Core Certification objectives. The following competencies will be tested: computer
hardware and software, operating systems, common program functions, word processing,
spreadsheets, presentation software, networking concepts, and e-mail and electronic
communication.
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Introduction to Parliamentary Procedure (5 entries; only for 9th and 10th grade) – One (1) hour
online test that allows you to demonstrate your knowledge of basic principles of parliamentary
procedure along with an understanding of FBLA’s organization and procedures. The following
competencies will be tested: parliamentary procedure principles and FBLA Bylaws.
Networking Concepts (5 entries) – One (1) hour online test that allows you to show your
understanding of network technologies. The following competencies will be covered: general
network terminology, network operating system concepts, equipment for internet access
(firewall, DSU/CSU, T1, Wi-Fi, etc.), OSI model and functionality, and network topologies and
connectivity.
Personal Finance (5 Entries)- One (1) hour online test which shows off your knowledge and skills
related to financial issues, analyzing the rights and responsibilities of consumers, and applying
knowledge to financial situations. The following objectives will be tested: credit and debit,
earning a living (income, taxes), managing budgets and finance, saving and investing, banking
and insurance, financial principles related to personal decision making, and buying goods and
services.
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Performance Events
For performance events you perform in front of a panel of judges. Mr. Reynolds
has performance rating sheets for these events.
First place at Districts will advance to State.
Business Ethics (One team of 2-3) – Each team will have seven (7) minutes to present and
defend its positions related to an ethical dilemma and up to 3 minutes to answer questions
from the judges. The 2014 topic: “Workplace Ethics in Information Technology— Copyright
and Fair Use.”
Participants must identify ethical dilemmas from a business perspective. Students may choose
any real case related to this topic.
The presentation must include one or more of the following: the relationship between the
employee and employer, the relationship between the business and the customer, the
relationship between the business and the economy Participants must answer judges’
questions about their presentation.
Business Presentation (One team of 1-3) – This event consists of a seven (7) minute
presentation and up to 3 minute question and answer session.
The 2014 topic is: “You have been asked to give a presentation to a group of small business
leaders in your community on how the Affordable Care Act’s rules, cost, and tax implications
will likely impact their businesses.
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Client Service (One entry) – An interactive simulation. Ten (10) minutes before your event you
are given a case study related to client service (for example, someone calls and needs to know
how to get their PowerPoint presentation to play) and you have those ten (10) minutes to
prepare. You may write down any notes you want on two 4x6 notecards.
After preparing you have five (5) minutes to interact with a panel of judges, who will play the
role of the second party in the presentation.
Emerging Business Issues (One team of 2-3) – A five (5) minute presentation taking the
affirmative or negative argument.
The 2014 topic is: Consumers are shopping at traditional brick and mortar stores, on websites,
and, increasingly, through mobile applications. Does the availability of mobile applications
provide a business with a stronger consumer base and higher revenue? Argue either for or
against a Mobile Application increasing consumer base and recenue for businesses.
Five (5) minutes before your presentation you will draw to determine if you will present an
affirmative or negative argument, and then have five (5) minutes to prepare.
Impromptu Speaking (One entry) – A four (4) minute speech prepared in ten (10) minutes.
Twenty (20) minutes before the event you are sequestered. Ten (10) minutes before the event
you are given a topic related to one or more of the following: FBLA-PBL goals, FBLA-PBL
activities, FBLA-PBL current national programs, current events, and/or relevant business topics.
You are given two 4x6 notecards and have ten (10) minutes to prepare a four (4) minute
speech.
To do well in this event you have to be a good BS’er.
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Public Speaking I (One Entry; only 9th and 10th grade) – A four (4) minute speech you prepare
ahead of time (you may use notes or note cards). It must be of a business nature and must be
developed from one or more of the 9 FBLA-PBL goals:
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Develop competent, aggressive business leadership
Strengthen the confidence of students in themselves and their work
Create more interest in and understanding of American business enterprise
Encourage members in the development of individual projects which contribute
to the improvement of home, business, and community
Develop character, prepare for useful citizenship, and foster patriotism
Encourage and practice efficient money management
Encourage scholarship and promote school loyalty
Assist students in the establishment of occupational goals
Facilitate the transition from school to work
Public Speaking II (One entry) – A five (5) minute speech you prepare ahead of time (you may
use notes or note cards). It must be of a business nature and must be developed from one or
more of the 9 FBLA-PBL goals:
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Develop competent, aggressive business leadership
Strengthen the confidence of students in themselves and their work
Create more interest in and understanding of American business enterprise
Encourage members in the development of individual projects which contribute
to the improvement of home, business, and community
Develop character, prepare for useful citizenship, and foster patriotism
Encourage and practice efficient money management
Encourage scholarship and promote school loyalty
Assist students in the establishment of occupational goals
Facilitate the transition from school to work
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Skills Events
For skills events you take an online test and a production test or project.
Mr. Reynolds has study materials for these tests.
First place at Districts will advance to State.
Accounting ll (Two entries) – This event consists of two parts: an objective test and a production
test. A one (1) hour online test will be taken along with a one (1) hour production test (you do
not have to do these at the same time).
The online test is based on the following competencies: financial statements, corporate
accounting, ratios and analysis, accounts receivable and payable, budgeting and cash flow, cost
accounting/manufacturing, purchases and sales, journalizing, income tax, payroll, inventory,
plant assets and depreciation, departmentalized accounting, ethics, and partnerships.
The production test is based on the following competencies: financial statements, bank
reconciliation, payroll, trial balance, journalizing, inventory, depreciation, adjusting/closing
entries.
Computer Applications (Two entries)– This event consists of two parts: an objective test and a
production test. A one (1) hour online test will be taken along with a two (2) hour production
test (you do not have to do these at the same time).
The online test is based on the following competencies: basic computer terminology and
concepts, presentation, publishing, and multimedia applications, security, basic application
knowledge and word processing, e-mail, integrated and collaboration applications, netiquette
and legal issues, spreadsheet and database applications, formatting, grammar, punctuation,
spelling, and proofreading.
The production test is based on the following competencies: database (creating a database;
applying various functions such as searching, querying, etc.), spreadsheets (applying various
functions such as move, combine, format, creating and applying formulas), presentation
(preparing text slides with graphics), business graphics (bar, line, pie, exploded pie, stacked
bar), and word processing (letters, memorandums, tables, reports, or other type of word
processing problems.).
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Database Design & Applications (Two entries) – This event consists of two parts: an objective
test and a production test. A one (1) hour online test will be taken along with a one (1) hour
production test (you do not have to do these at the same time).
The online test is based on the following competencies: data definitions/terminology, query
development, table relationships (including referential integrity), form development, and
reports (sorts, group, graphics, calculations)
The production test is based on the following competencies: design of multiple table databases
(selection of tables, fields and data types, ER diagrams, relationships), creation of tables and
inserting data into tables, development of single table SQL statements, development of
multiple table SQL statements, and creation of forms/reports.
Desktop Publishing (Two teams of 1-2) – This event consists of two parts: an objective test and
a production project. A one (1) hour online test will be taken along completing a project.
The online test is based on the following competencies: basic desktop terminology and
concepts, related desktop application knowledge, digital imaging and graphics, desktop layout
rules and standards, safety, ethics and legal, print process, message presentation, accuracy, and
proofreading.
The project is based on the following for 2014:
A renowned publishing firm has hired you to join their executive marketing team for the
upcoming release of White Tiger, Yellow Tiger—a novel written by the esteemed author,
Christopher Li. The firm asks that you design the book jacket (includes the front and back
covers), an event flyer, and a full-color newspaper advertisement. All documents should be
prepared to print in color. (see Mr. Reynolds for a summary of the novel)
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Spreadsheet applications (Two entries) – This event consists of two parts: an objective test and
a production test. A one (1) hour online test will be taken along with a one (1) hour production
test.
The online test is based on the following competencies: formulas, functions, graphics, charts,
reports, purpose for spreadsheets, pivot tables and advanced tools, macros and templates,
filters and extraction of data, and format and print options.
The production test is based on the following competencies: basic mathematical concepts, data
organization concepts, use data by creating formulas, use functions, generate graphs for
analysis purposes, use pivot tables, create macros, and filter and extract data.
Word Processing (Two entries) – At the district level this event consists of a one (1) hour
production test. At the state level this event consists of a one (1) hour production test and a
one (1) hour online test.
The production tests is based on the following competencies: production of all types of
business forms, letters, mail merge, memorandums, tables, reports, statistical reports,
materials from rough draft and unarranged copy, and e-messages.
At the state level the online test is based on the following competencies: advanced
applications, related application knowledge, document formatting rules and standards, basic
keyboard terms and concepts, grammar, punctuation, spelling, and proofreading, and printing.
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Reports, Case Study
Events & Future
Business Leader
For reports, case study events, and future business leader you have a report,
project, or online test to complete along with a performance over that
report/project.
Mr. Reynolds has performance rating sheets for these events.
First place at Districts will advance to State.
Banking & Financial Systems (One team of 2-3) – This event is composed of two (2) parts: a one
(1) hour online objective test and a decision-making problem (case study) with the decision
presented and defended in seven (7) minutes before a panel of judges.
The online test will be based on the following competencies: concepts and practices, basic
terminology, government regulation of financial services, impact of technology on financial
services, types and differences between various institutions, ethics, careers in financial services,
and taxation.
For the case study your team will have twenty (20) minutes to look over the case study and
make a recommendation based on the case. Each team member can use two (2) 4x6 note cards
during the performance. The team will have seven (7) minutes to interact with a panel of
judges and present the solution to the case.
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Business Financial Plan (One team of 1-3) – This event consists of two (2) parts: a prejudged
report and a performance component. A prejudged report should be developed on the topic
given and uploaded by January 15.
The top eight (8) teams, based on the reports, will have seven (7) minutes to describe the
financial plan, make recommendations, and summarize their case, followed by a three (3)
minute question and answer session.
The 2014 topic for the report is: You are planning to open an independent retail store
selling
personalized clothing and accessories in your hometown. Customers will be able to purchase
a
variety of shirts, pants, tote bags, cups, and accessories
in a variety of colors and, for an
additional charge,
can have words or images printed onto the items.
Customers can
purchase one item or if they purchase
in bulk they can receive a discount. There are
two
other suppliers in the local area that offer personalized merchandise, but they only offer
bulk orders and they
do not offer a store front or popular accessories. You
are planning to
open your facility in a 10,000 square
foot, stand-alone store and warehouse. You will
need
to purchase inventory for the store and stock the warehouse for bulk orders.
Business Plan (One team of 1-3) – This event consists of two (2) parts: a prejudged report
(business plan) and a performance component. A prejudged report (business plan) should be
developed on the topic given and uploaded by January 15.
The top eight (8) teams, based on the reports, will have seven (7) minutes to present the case
describing the project and the results obtained, followed by a three (3) minute question and
answer session.
The business plan is to be developed based on a proposed business venture or current business
operation in operation by the authors of the report. (You may note use current businesses in
operation that are run by others).
The business plan should have all of the following: Executive Summary, Company Description,
Industry Analysis, Target Market, Competitive Analysis, Marking Plan and Sales Strategy,
Operations, Management and Organization, Long-term Development, and Financials.
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Digital Design & Promotion (One team of 1-3) – This event consists of two (2) parts: a
prejudged project and a performance component. The prejudged project must be uploaded by
January 13.
The top eight (8) entries will have the opportunity to “sell” their design and include an
explanation of the choices made in the design in seven (7) minutes followed by a three (3)
minute question and answer period.
The prejudged project is based on the following topic:
You, as a designer, will develop a logo design for Cupcake Genius, a cupcake and specialty
bakery, which gives the company a corporate identity.
You also will create several business documents including (save as appropriate pdf, eps, docx,
etc.):
Labels for the packaging (Cupcake boxes, cake boxes, etc.) Approximate size of the label
needs to be 4” wide x 3” tall
Business Cards 3.5” wide x 2” tall – standard size
Gift Certificates 8.5” wide x 3.5” tall In addition Cupcake Genius needs some promotional
items. Pleases develop the design for:
Decals for the store front windows, window size is 4’ wide x 5’ tall-- must be vector-based
artwork (acceptable formats: eps, pdf)
Banner for Special Events – 6’ wide x 2’ tall—must be vector-based artwork (acceptable
formats: eps, pdf)
One-quarter page (5.14” x 10.5”) grayscale newspaper advertisement to appear in the Bakery
News (acceptable formats: pdf, jpg, tiff, eps)
Design for the front of an apron – approximate area size is 4” x 4” (acceptable format is pdf or
jpg)
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Digital Video Production (One team of 1-3) – This event consists of two (2) parts: a prejudged
video and a performance component. The prejudged project must be uploaded by January 13.
The top eight (8) entries will have the opportunity to explain the digital video product in seven
(7) minutes followed by a three (3) minute question and answer period.
A small portion (less than 2 minutes) of the video will be shown to the judges and the
presentation should include: sources used to research the topic, development and design
process, use of different video techniques, a list of equipment and software used, and copyright
issues with pictures, music, or other items.
The two (2) to four (4) minute video topic for 2014 is: Create a video on the importance of
green practices (e.g., energy efficiency, hybrid technology, building certifications, etc.)
Electronic Career Portfolio (One entry) – This event consists of two (2) parts: a prejudged
project (portfolio) and a performance component. The portfolio should display samples of your
work, achievements, and accomplishments you would refer to in an interview and must be web
based and live by February 6.
The top eight (8) entries will participate in a presentation to explain the chosen career and
supporting materials. You have seven (7) minutes to present followed by a three (3) minute
question and answer session.
Entrepreneurship (One team of 2-3) – This event consists of two (2) parts: a one (1) hour online
test, which team members take together, and a decision-making problem (case study) with the
decision presented and defended before a panel of judges.
The online test is based on the following competencies: business plan, community/business
relations, legal issues, initial capital and credit, personnel management, financial management,
marketing management, taxes, and government regulations.
The case study will have twenty (20) minutes to study a case and prepare. Two (2) 4x6
notecards will be provided for each team member to take notes. The team will have seven (7)
minutes to interact with a panel of judges and present the solution to the case. The judges will
play the role of the second party in the presentation. Teams will introduce themselves,
describe the situation, make their recommendation, and summarize their case.
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Future Business Leader (One entry) – This event consists of three (3) parts: a submission of a
letter of application with a resume, a one (1) hour online test, and an interview. The materials
must be submitted online by January 13.
The online test is based on the following competencies: general concepts to include (e.g.
accounting, banking, business procedures, communications, economics, ethics, global business,
law, management, marketing, math, and technology), FBLA-PBL history, programs, and bylaws,
and parliamentary procedure.
The letter of application and resume should demonstrate the reasons you are deserving of this
award. A one-page letter of application for the award addressed to the President & CEO of
FBLA-PBL, Inc., at the national office along with a brief resume not to exceed two (2) pages.
Global Business (One team of 2-3) – This event consists of two (2) parts: a one (1) hour online
test that team members take together and a decision-making problem (case study) with the
decision presented and defended before a panel of judges.
The online test is based on the following competencies: basic international concepts, ownership
and management, marketing, finance, communication (including culture and language), treaties
and trade agreements, legal issues, human resource management, ethics, taxes and
government regulations, currency exchange, international travel, and career development.
The top eight (8) teams based on the online test will participate in the case study. Twenty (20)
minutes before your performance you will be given the study. Each team member may use two
(2) 4x6 note cards. You will have seven (7) minutes to interact with a panel of judges and
present the solution to the case. The judges will play the role of the second party in the
presentation and refer to the case for specifics.
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Help Desk (One entry) – This event consists of two (2) parts: a one (1) hour online test and an
interactive simulation before a panel of judges.
The online test is based on the following competencies: help desk operations and procedures,
customer management, support center infrastructure and procedures, professional career and
leadership skills, and communication.
The top eight (8) individuals based on the online test will participate in a case study that
consists of a decision-making problem or scenario encountered in the help desk/technical
support industry.
You will have ten (10) minutes to study the scenario and come up with a plan to solve the
problem. Two (2) 4x6 notecards can be used. Then you will have five (5) minutes to interact
with a panel of judges in the role-playing event with the judges playing the role of the second
party.
Hospitality Management (One team of 2-3) – This event consists of two (2) parts: a one (1) hour
online test, which team members take together, and a decision-making problem (case study)
presented and defended before a panel of judges.
The online test is based on the following competencies: hospitality operation and management
functions, hotel sales process, hospitality marketing concepts, human resource management in
the hospitality industry, environmental, ethical and global issues, customer service in the
hospitality industry, legal issues, financial management, and budgeting, current hospitality
trends, and types of hospitality markets and customers.
The top eight (8) teams based on the online test will have seven (7) minutes to perform in front
of a panel of judges. Teams have twenty (20) minutes to study a case study and make a
recommendation based on it. Two (2) 4x6 note cards can be used per team member while
presenting. The team will introduce itself, describe the situation, make their recommendation,
and summarize the case.
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Job interview (One entry) - This event consists of three (3) parts: a letter of application and
resume, a job application form, and an interview. The letter of application, resume, and job
application form must be submitted online by January 13.
Each person must apply for a business or business-related job at Merit Corporation, a large
fictional national corporation headquartered in Washington, DC. The job must be one for
which he/she is now qualified or for which he/she will be qualified at the completion of the
current school year.
Merit Corporation is a large fictional national corporation headquartered in Washington, DC.
Company benefits include paid holidays and vacations, sick leave, a retirement plan, and health
insurance. Salary will be commensurate with experience and education. Merit Corporation is an
equal opportunity employer
The simulated interview will be a five (5) minute interview.
Management Decision Making (One team of 2-3) – This event is composed of two (2) parts: a
one (1) hour online test and a decision-making problem (case study) with the decision
presented and defended before a panel of judges. Team members will take the test separately
with the scores averaged to determine the team score.
The top eight (8) teams based on the online test scores will perform the case study. The team
will have twenty (20) minutes to study the case and each team member can use two (2) 4x6
note cards. The team will have seven (7) minutes to interact with a panel of judges. The team
should introduce themselves, describe the situation, make their recommendations, and
summarize their case.
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Management Information Systems (One team of 2-3) – This event is composed of two (2) parts:
a one (1) hour online test and a decision-making problem (case study) with the decision
presented and defended before a panel of judges. Team members will take the online test
separately with the scores averaged to determine the team sore.
The top eight (8) teams based on the online test score will be given a case study that consists of
a problem encountered by managers in one of the following areas: human resource
management, financial management, marketing management, or information systems
management.
Team members will assume the role(s) of management and present a solution to the case
problem.
You will have twenty (20) minutes to look over the case study and prepare. Two (2) 4x6 note
cards can be used per team member. You will have seven (7) minutes to interact with a panel
of judges and present a solution to the case.
Marketing (One team of 2-3) – This event is composed of two (2) parts: a one (1) hour online
test and a decision-making problem (case study) with the decision presented and defended
before a panel of judges. Team members will take the test separately with the scores averaged
to determine the team score.
The top eight (8) teams with the highest score will participate in the case study performance.
Teams will have twenty (20) minutes to study the case and prepare. Each team member can
use two (2) 4x6 note cards. You will have seven (7) minutes to interact with a panel of judges.
The judges will play the role of the second party in the presentation and refer to the case for
specifics.
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Network Design (One team of 2-3) – This event is composed of two (2) parts: a one (1) hour
online test and a decision-making problem (case study) with the decision presented and
defended before a panel of judges. Team members will take the test separately with the scores
averaged to determine the team score.
The top eight (8) teams with the highest score will participate in the case study performance.
Teams will have twenty (20) minutes to study the case and prepare. Each team member can
use two (2) 4x6 note cards. You will have seven (7) minutes to interact with a panel of judges
followed by a three (3) minute question and answer session.
Parliamentary Procedure (One team of 4-5)- This event is composed of two (2) parts: a one (1)
hour online objective test and a performance component. Team members will take the test
separately with the scores averaged to determine the team score.
The top eight (8) teams will participate in the nine (9) to eleven (11) minute performance where
a case problem will be given to simulate a regular chapter meeting and they will have twenty
(20) minutes to prepare.
Public Service Announcement (One team of 1-3)- This event recognizes FBLA members who
demonstrate the ability to research a topic (issue) and create an original and informative thirty
(30) second PSA video, raising awareness and/or evoking a changed attitude toward the issue.
A script is required.
A presentation will be made to a panel of judges. The presentation should include the team’s
objective toward the topic, major findings from the topic research, the script writing process,
use of different video techniques, a list of equipment and software used, and copyright issues
with pictures, music, or other items.
The 2014 Topic: Exercising/Eating Right
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Sports and Entertainment Management (One team of 2-3) – This event is composed of two (2)
parts: a one (1) hour online test and a decision-making problem (case study) with the decision
presented and defended before a panel of judges. Team members will take the test separately
with the scores averaged to determine the team score.
The top eight (8) teams will advance to the interactive case study which will be about a
marketing problem. Teams will have twenty (20) minutes to review a case. Each team member
may use (2) 4x6 note cards. Teams will have seven (7) minutes to interact with a panel of judges
and present a solution to the case. The judges will play the role of the second party in the
presentation and refer to the case for specifics.
Website Design (One website, team of 1-3) – This event consists of two (2) parts: a prejudged
project and a performance component. The web site design online entry form must be
completed and submitted by the local adviser no later than January 14.
The top eight (8) prejudged websites will participate in a seven (7) minute oral presentation
before a panel of judges followed by a three minute question and answer session. The web site
should be shown to the judges and the site should be explained to the judges. The explanation
should include development of the topic, development and design process, use and
implementation of innovative technology, use and development of media elements, and
copyright issues with pictures, music, and other items.
Topic: Develop a website for a Bed and Breakfast in your community. The B&B, Willow Lake,
offers honeymoon and anniversary packages, extended stay packages, and general one- or
two-night accommodations for travelers. The business also hosts afternoon tea parties for
special occasions such as birthdays and wedding/shower parties. The French-inspired
breakfast menu includes fruit and cheese crepes, various croissants, as well as gluten-free
options. The. “tea party” service includes high-end custom teas and finger sandwiches with
an assortment of finger-food dessert option. The B&B resides in a refurbished home
constructed in the 1800s. it features a fire place in each room, authentically-furnished living
and dinning rooms, and an outdoor patio with formal gardens perfect for entertaining.
Highlight (and provide links to) home pages of local attractions that would entice individuals
to stay on the property. Also highlight local restaurants for other meal functions. All
information may be based upon your local community or fictitious information.
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Straight to State
For straight to state events you will not compete at Districts. Mr. Reynolds has
performance rating sheets for these events.
First place at Districts will advance to State.
American Enterprise Project (One report)- This event consists of two (2) parts: a prejudged
report and a performance component. The project must promote an awareness of some facet
of the American enterprise system within the school and/or community and be designed for
chapter participation rather than individual participation. The intent is to help members learn
more about the economic system under which they live and to then share their expertise in
some way with others inside and/or outside of the school.
The report must be submitted no later than February 28.
Community Service Project (One entry) - This event consists of two (2) parts: a prejudged report
and a performance component. Reports must describe one chapter project that serves the
community. The project must be in the interest of the community and be designed for chapter
participation rather than individual participation. Local chapters are encouraged to perform a
wide range of service activities, but to focus on one project in detail for this report. The
prejudged report should be developed on the topic listed.
The report must be submitted no later than February 28.
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Computer Game & Simulation Programming (One team of 1-3) – This event has two parts: a
prejudged program and a performance. The program must address the topic below and the
presentation will describe the program completed (program creation, processes used, and
results of the program)
The 2014 topic: The player is an intern at a large company. He is navigating a six story office
building as a career journey. Starting at the bottom level, the player will encounter business
related obstacles that require new skills. Fortunately, the player can choose a high school
FBLA competitive event to obtain these skills. The event choice will provide a small text
segment of information related to the event skills that should lead to the correct answer or
action. When the skills have been obtained, the player will level up to the next floor of the
office building to take on more difficult obstacles and choices. The top floor is the goal, a full
time job of his dreams. Other engaging gameplay may be incorporated during game
navigation. This may include avoiding a distracting coworker, collecting knowledge points, or
other creative and entertaining action that fits the theme. Minimum 5 skill enhancements per
level. The Audience is Middle School technology students thinking about joining FBLA in
high school. Games must conform to an ESRB rating of E for Everyone. (Game theme can be
modified to fit financial literacy or other topic of interest).
Desktop Application Programming (One entry) - This event consists of two (2) parts: a
prejudged program and a performance component. All participants will participate in the
prejudged program. The program must address the topic given. Only the top eight (8)
prejudged program entries will participate in the oral performance component. Performances
should describe the program completed. Specifically, the performance should address the
program creation, process used, and results of the program.
The 2014 topic: You have been contracted to develop the conference registration program for the 2014 FBLA
National Fall Leadership Conferences—Washington, DC, November 7-8; Minneapolis, MN, November 14-15; and
New Orleans, LA, November 21-22. Your program will allow chapters to register members, advisers, and guests
for one of the three NFLCs. It also will allow each registered participant to preregister for the workshops they
will attend during the conference.
You may use any programming language you desire to develop your program, but your program must read from
and write to comma separated text files (*.txt). Your program must have a graphical user interface (not run from
a command prompt) and must contain sample data. You must submit your code as text files (i.e., paste your
code into a Notepad document and save as a *.txt file – place all text files of code in a folder called TEXTCODE).
You also must supply all necessary supplemental programs/updates/addons necessary to run your program (full
installs – not links to downloads). The program must run from a stand-alone executable file and should not
require installation (i.e., your executable should not install the application on a computer—just run the
program).
DATA FILES
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For this program you will create five comma separated data files as described below.
You must save your data files as text (*.txt) files. You will need to choose appropriate data types to store and
manipulate your data while running the program.
Participants can register for any of the three NFLC conferences. You will create a data file called CONFERENCES
that contains one record for each of the three conferences.
This data file should contain four fields as follows:
unique code for the conference (abbreviation)
location of conference
begin date of conference
end date of conference There are three different types of conference participants: members, advisers, and
guests. You will create a data file called TYPE that contains one record for each of the three participant
types. This data file should contain two fields as follows:
• unique code for the participant type (single letter)
• description of participant type It is necessary to keep track of all the conference participants; therefore, you
will need to create a data file called PARTICIPANTS that contains one record for each registered
participant. This data file should contain six fields as follows: • unique number for each participant
(can be an auto number) • conference code (must match a code from the CONFERENCES data file) •
participant type (must match a code from the TYPES data file) • participant first name • participant
last name • chapter number In order to allow participants to preregister for workshops, you must keep
track of the workshops for each conference. You will create another data file called WORKSHOPS that
will contain data on every workshop offering at all three NFLCs and will contain one record for each
workshop time. This data file should contain six fields as follows:
• unique number for each workshop (can be an auto number)
• conference code (must match a code from the CONFERENCES data file) • workshop name
• workshop
description • workshop date
• workshop start time Finally, you must keep track of the workshop
registrations. You will create a data file that tracks these registrations called WKSHP_REGISTRATIONS
with a record for each workshop registration containing two fields as follows: • workshop ID
(populated from the WORKSHOPS data file)
• participant ID (populated from the PARTICIPANTS data
file):
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E-Business (One team of 1-3) – This event consists of two (2) parts: a prejudged project and a
performance component. All participants will participate in the prejudged project. The
prejudged project should be developed on the topic listed. Only the top eight (8) prejudged
project entries will participate in the oral performance component at the State Leadership
Conference. The performance should explain the development and contents of the E-business
Web site.
The 2014 topic: Create a site for a touring band/speaker/or author. Include event schedules,
blog, music/book sales, social media links, individual/group biography, ticket purchasing
interface, etc. Information may be fictitious
Local Chapter Annual Business Report (One report)- The report should summarize the activities
of the local chapter between the start of the previous State Leadership Conference and the
start of the current State Leadership Conference. Projects used for other FBLA reports may be
included. The report should include the chapter’s profile, productivity, recognition, and
business procedures. Follow the rating sheet sequence in writing the report.
The report must be submitted no later than February 28.
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Mobile App Development (One team of 1-3) – This event consists of two (2) parts: a prejudged
program and a performance component. All participants will participate in the prejudged
program. The program must address the topic given. Only the top eight (8) prejudged program
entries will participate in the oral performance component. Performances should describe the
program completed. Specifically, the performance should address the program creation,
process used, and results of the program.
The 2014 topic: Advisers have shared that they are concerned about all of the details related
to traveling to the national conference with a large number of students. They are in need of a
mobile application that they will be able to use while they are on-site at the national
leadership conference that will help them track everything related to the conference and their
students.
The App should be able to gather the following information about students: You are to build
an App that combines a game, social media, and the opportunity for academic advancement
through social networking and peer support. The App is adopted by schools and it has a
reward system attached to it with prizes based on point levels of the school’s choosing at the
time of adoption.
The App should link to either Facebook or Foursquare to allow check-in functionality with
location services.
When completing their individual profile, students must set up their
academic expertise in the following subjects:
• Business
• Marketing
• Science
• Technology • Engineering • English
• Mathematics •
History
• Economics • Family & Consumer Sciences • Automotive Technology
• Other (user
defined option)
Students will share their current level of expertise in the given subject area. It includes: • I’m
an expert, and I want to help people!
• I’m doing okay, and I don’t need help – but I’m not
confident enough to help others. • I need help.
• I need a tutor – I just can’t get the hang of
this subject.
Students earn points (confirmed by the person who helped and the person who requested
help) in the following ways (App Developer to determine points earned for each
accomplishment):
• Bravery Points (first time asking for help) • Help Requested Points
• Help
Given Points
• Grade Improved Points
• Tutoring Provided Points
• Teacher Study Session
Points
• Additional points as determined by the App Developer
The App should also give students the ability to share tips, tricks, and study resources with
fellow App Users. Points could be awarded for tips that are appreciated by other users. The
developer is welcome to add additional challenges and point earning opportunities.
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Partnership with Business Project (One Entry)- This event consists of two (2) parts: a prejudged
report and a performance component. This project describes activities designed to bring
business leaders and FBLA members together in a positive working relationship through
innovative programs. The report should describe the planning and implementation of activities
that build a partnership between business leaders and chapter members for the purpose of
learning about a business. This event should not be a chapter fund-raising project.
All participants will participate in the prejudged report. The prejudged report should be
developed on the topic listed. Only the top eight (8) prejudged report entries will participate in
the oral performance component. Specifically, the performance should address the business
partnership, member involvement, and results of the project
Report must be uploaded by February 28.
Who’s Who in FBLA (1 Entry)- An outstanding member in each district will be honored as a
Who’s Who in Missouri FBLA recipient. State officers who meet the specified requirements will
also receive this honor with the district winners. An overall Who’s Who in FBLA recipient will
be recognized among these honorees
To be eligible for this award, all nominees must achieve at least the Business Level recognition
in the National FBLA Business Achievement Award Member Recognition Program.
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