Finance Events
Fundamental Accounting [ 100 ]
TESTED INDIVIDUAL (Written Test) ***ACCOUNTING KNOWLEDGE REQUIRED***
Assessment of entry-level accounting principles. Members analyze, journalize, post transactions, and prepare financial reports/statements. You may not repeat this event.
Advanced Accounting [ 110 ]
TESTED INDIVIDUAL (Written Test) ***ACCOUNTING KNOWLEDGE REQUIRED***
Assessment of intermediate and advanced accounting principles. Members analyze, journalize, and update accounts in order to prepare financial reports/statements for partnerships and corporations. VERY CHALLENGING.
Payroll Accounting [ 125 ]
TESTED INDIVIDUAL (Written Test) ***ACCOUNTING KNOWLEDGE REQUIRED***
Process payroll data using manual payroll procedures. Members calculate earnings, complete payroll registers, update employee records, journalize payroll entries, and prepare payroll income tax forms.
Banking & Finance [ 145 ]
TESTED INDIVIDUAL (Written Test)
Demonstrate and apply fundamental knowledge of the banking industry. This entry-level event tests the member’s knowledge of bank operations, bank services, loans, credit administration, and customer service.
Financial Analyst Team [ 150 ]
JUDGED TEAM (Report, Spreadsheet, Presentation)
The team will use analytical and problem-solving skills to make recommendations regarding a business case study. At state and national level, teams will be presented with an additional element to the scenario that requires revision of their final presentation (2-4 students in a team).
2025 TOPIC: Ellie has always had a passion for gold jewelry and has decided to turn her hobby into a small business. As Ellie embarks on this entrepreneurial journey, she seeks advice on several critical aspects of starting and managing her business: the type of business entity to form, the inventory valuation method to use, the depreciation method to adopt, and the accounting for accounts receivables. Ellie has asked you to prepare a recommendation for these questions, as well as others that she has not considered, as well as pro forma financials to help her get her business off the ground. See contest details for more info.
Economic Research Individual [ 155 ] JUDGED INDIVIDUAL (Typed Research Paper; PowerPoint Presentation)
One economic research topic is selected by the National Center and provided at the beginning of the school year. The member will conduct research on the topic and present findings in a research paper, an oral presentation, and respond to questions from a panel of judges.
2025 TOPIC: Investigate the economic impact of digital streaming services on traditional media. In your response, consider the following: Effects on revenue and market share of traditional media; Influence on consumer media consumption habits; Changes in advertising strategies and business models; Role of technology and innovation in media delivery; Impact on content creation and distribution; and Long-term trends in media industry dynamics. See contest details for more info.
Economic Research Team [ 160 ]
JUDGED TEAM (Typed Research Paper; PowerPoint Presentation)
One economic research topic is selected by the National Center and provided at the beginning of the school year. The team will conduct research on the topic and present findings in a research paper, an oral presentation, and respond to questions from a panel of judges (2-4 students in a team).
2025 TOPIC: Explain the primary objectives of monetary policy and discuss the tools central banks use to achieve these objectives. Evaluate the effectiveness of these tools in managing inflation and promoting economic stability, providing examples to support your argument. See contest details for more info.
Personal Financial Management [ 165 ]
TESTED INDIVIDUAL (Written Test)
Members will answer objective questions dealing with concepts and perform calculations related to the financial topics of credit, savings, budgeting, investing, personal income tax, retirement planning, risk management, and insurance. Members will analyze financial scenarios to predict outcomes, advise use of financial instruments, and determine the proper financial planning.
Business Administration Events
Fundamental Word Processing Skills [ 200 ]
TESTED INDIVIDUAL (Word)
Evaluate entry-level skills in word processing and document production. You may not repeat this event.
Intermediate Word Processing Skills [ 205 ]
TESTED INDIVIDUAL (Word)
Evaluate intermediate skills in word processing and document production. You may not repeat this event.
Advanced Word Processing Skills [ 210 ]
TESTED INDIVIDUAL (Word)
Evaluate advanced-level skills in word processing and document production.
Basic Office Systems & Procedures [ 220 ]
TESTED INDIVIDUAL (Word, Written Test)
Evaluate fundamental skills in office procedures, records and file management, and document production. You may not repeat this event.
Advanced Office Systems & Procedures [ 225 ]
TESTED INDIVIDUAL (Word, Written Test)
Evaluate advanced skills in office procedures, records and file management, and document production.
Fundamental Spreadsheet Applications [ 230 ]
TESTED INDIVIDUAL (Excel)
Create and design spreadsheet applications that include variables, reports, and formats. Members enter and format data, enter and copy formulas, and print full documents or cell contents. You may not repeat this event.
Advanced Spreadsheet Applications [ 235 ]
TESTED INDIVIDUAL (Excel)
Develop effective solutions to business problems using many of the advanced features within the Microsoft Excel skill standards.
Legal Office Procedures [ 245 ]
TESTED INDIVIDUAL (Word and Written Test)
Evaluate knowledge of legal terminology and skills needed to prepare legal documents and function effectively in a law office. To prepare for this competition, students will need to learn legal terminology independently.
Administrative Support Research Project [ 260 ]
JUDGED INDIVIDUAL (Typed Research Paper; PowerPoint Presentation)
One administrative support topic is selected by the National Center and provided at the beginning of the school year. Members will conduct research on the topic and present findings in a research paper, an oral presentation, and respond to questions from a panel of judges.
2025 TOPIC: The importance of business etiquette in the workplace is multi-faceted and contributes significantly to the success and functions of any organization. Business etiquette involves a set of behaviors and expectations that facilitate respectful and effective interactions among colleagues, clients, and stakeholders. Explain in detail how you would train a new administrative assistant on Digital Solutions’ employee expectations regarding this topic. See contest details for more info.
Business Law & Ethics [265 ]
TESTED INDIVIDUAL (Written Test)
This contest will test the student’s knowledge and skills in the areas of ethics, law, business law, and personal law.
Digital Communication & Design Events
Fundamental Desktop Publishing [ 400 ]
TESTED INDIVIDUAL (Publisher, Word)
Evaluate knowledge and skills in using desktop publishing software to create a variety of business documents.
Graphic Design Promotion [ 410 ]
JUDGED INDIVIDUAL (Logo, Flyer designed in Publisher)
Develop a theme and illustrate that theme in various promotional materials.
2025 TOPIC: A new energy drink called ChargedUp has contacted you to design all the brand images and packaging for this new drink. You will need to create the following: Logo with tagline (Max out Your Day); Design full wrap around for the 16 oz. aluminum can. Packaging must include barcode, nutritional facts, ingredients, manufactured in the USA, and an energy drink warning label; Design a fridge pack for four (4) energy drinks. Packaging must include barcode, nutritional facts, ingredients, manufactured in the USA, and an energy drink warning label; and Design a Point of Purchase display/shelf stand. See contest details for more info.
Visual Design Team [ 460 ]
JUDGED TEAM (Promotional Materials; PowerPoint Presentation)
The team will create a new branding package for a local business.
2025 TOPIC: Your team has been hired to design promotional components for a local farmers market, Rustic Roots – Nature’s Charm, Crafted with Care. The team must create a logo for the farmers market and at least three additional items. Other items could include a roadside sign/banner, postcard, T-shirt, swag, reusable bag, social media ads for Facebook, Instagram, and TikTok, etc. In addition to the logo, include the following information on the three items: (1) Location: Alligator Lake, Downtown Orlando, FL. (2) Dates: April – October on Saturdays. (3) Operating Hours: 7 a.m. – 1:30 p.m. See contest details for more info.
Management, Marketing, HR Events
Global Marketing Team [ 500 ]
JUDGED TEAM (Typed Marketing Plan; PowerPoint Presentation)
Develop a marketing plan, following the guidelines outlined in the Style & Reference Manual, that details pricing strategies and promotional plans for a business (2-4 students in a team).
2025 TOPIC: Background: VisionVR is an imaginative “fictitious” and forward-thinking virtual reality (VR) entertainment company founded by local entrepreneur, Emily Vision. Task: Your marketing team has been hired to devise a comprehensive marketing plan for VisionVR's domestic expansion. Within the next one to three years, VisionVR is striving to establish a presence in a U.S. city of your choosing, with ambitions for international expansion within five to seven years. Additionally, your team will deliver a polished presentation encompassing the research findings and strategic recommendations for VisionVR. See contest details for more info.
Entrepreneurship [ 505 ]
JUDGED INDIVIDUAL (Typed Business Plan; PowerPoint Presentation)
Develop an operating plan and organizational structure to initiate a small business. Competitors are to assume they are presenting/pitching their business plan to potential investors with the objective of securing financing for their business venture. See contest details for more info.
Small Business Management Team [ 510 ]
JUDGED TEAM (PowerPoint Presentation)
The team will use strategic planning and problem-solving skills to provide solutions to the business case study provided. At state and national level, teams will be presented with an additional element to the scenario that requires revision of their final presentation (2-4 students in a team).
2025 TOPIC: Innovation Retail, a well-established chain of retail stores, is grappling with declining sales due to the surge in e-commerce. As a team, you will develop a plan with different strategies for the CEO and his team to employ to help Innovation Retail be more profitable. While developing your plan, consider the following questions: How can Innovation Retail use its physical stores to make online shopping better and attract more customers? What online marketing methods can help bring more people to both the website and the physical stores? What new technology is needed to connect online and in-store shopping smoothly? How can Innovation Retail make customers more loyal and keep them coming back? What ways can they save money without hurting employee morale or customer service? See contest details for more info.
Interview Skills [ 515 ]
JUDGED INDIVIDUAL (Resume, Cover Letter; Interview)
Assess proficiency in job search and interview situations. You may not repeat this event.
Advanced Interview Skills [ 520 ]
JUDGED INDIVIDUAL (Resume, Cover Letter, Portfolio; Interview)
Assess advanced proficiency in job search, interview situations, and portfolio development.
Extemporaneous Speech [ 525 ]
JUDGED INDIVIDUAL (Blank Notecard)
Demonstrate communication skills in arranging, organizing, and effectively presenting information orally without prior knowledge of the topic.
TOPIC: The contestant will draw two different business topics and will select either one. The topics may deal with Business Professionals of America, office situations, the business world, etc. The contestant will be provided ten minutes to develop the topic. Notes will be made on the 3 note cards provided by the event proctor. No materials or previously prepared notes will be allowed into the preparation or presentation room with the contestant. The length of the speech will be no less than 2 minutes and no more than 4 minutes.
Human Resource Management [ 535 ]
JUDGED INDIVIDUAL (Human Resource Manual and Blank Notecard)
Assess interpretation of personnel policies and knowledge of human resource management.
TOPIC: The contestant will be given a human resource management scenario. The scenario may deal with office situations, workplace issues, legal matters, etc. The contestant will be provided 20 minutes to develop the presentation. Notes will be made on the 3 note cards provided by the event proctor. Only the Human Resources Manual, along with the note cards provided for note taking, may be used in the preparation and presentation rooms. The contestant will speak before a panel of judges and a timekeeper. The speech will be no less than 3 minutes and no more than 5 minutes.
Ethics & Professionalism [ 540 ]
JUDGED INDIVIDUAL (Ethics & Professionalism Resource Manual and Blank Notecard)
Explore the application of ethical frameworks to various aspects used in business today.
TOPIC: The contestant will be given a scenario dealing with ethics or professionalism. The contestant will be provided 20 minutes to develop the presentation. Only the Ethics and Professionalism Resources Manual and 3 note cards may be used in the prep/presentation rooms. The speech will be 3-7 minutes.
Prepared Speech [ 545 ]
JUDGED INDIVIDUAL (Typed Speech; Oral Presentation with Visual Aids)
Demonstrate communication skills in securing, arranging, organizing, and presenting information orally.
TOPIC: Each contestant is to select a topic related to business, entrepreneurship, or Business Professionals of America, and develop a 5-7 minute oral presentation.
Presentation Individual [ 555 ]
JUDGED INDIVIDUAL (PowerPoint Presentation with Multimedia)
Assess use of current desktop technologies and software to prepare and deliver an effective multimedia presentation. The contestant shall design a computer-generated multimedia presentation on the assigned topic listed below. The presentation will be no less than 7 and no more than 10 minutes and will be followed by judges’ questions.
2025 TOPIC: Your task is to create a presentation based on both research and personal experience that uncovers the factors influencing student involvement in BPA to empower future members to make informed decisions about joining BPA and maximize their experience. See contest details for more info.
Presentation Team [ 560 ]
JUDGED TEAM (PowerPoint Presentation with Multimedia)
Assess use of current desktop technologies and software to prepare and deliver an effective multimedia presentation (2-4 students in a team). The team shall design a computer-generated multimedia presentation on the assigned topic listed below. The presentation will be no less than 7 and no more than 10 minutes and will be followed by judges’ questions.
2025 TOPIC: Imagine your team is tasked with delivering a presentation on a topic shaping our world: Artificial Intelligence (AI). Your mission? Craft a 7-10-minute presentation exploring AI's impact on society. As a team, you will need to conduct thorough research to uncover real-world examples and statistics that illustrate how AI is transforming industries, reshaping labor markets, and raising important ethical questions. See contest details for more info.
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