7. FUTURE BUSINESS LEADERS OF AMERICA COMPETITIVE EVENTS FBLA hosts a wide array of competitions in areas such as entrepreneurship, marketing, finance, hospitality, and management. Students compete through a progression of regional, state, and national events. Winners receive recognition and advancement to higher levels of competition, with cash prizes awarded to the top three individuals and teams in each event (amounts vary each year). Learn more » 5. DECA COMPETITIVE EVENTS DECA offers high school students the chance to compete in events that simulate real-world business scenarios across areas like marketing, finance, hospitality, management, and entrepreneurship. Students prepare case studies, role-plays, and written projects. Competitions begin at the local or regional level, with top performers advancing to state and national conferences where they can earn scholarships, trophies, honors, and other awards. Learn more » 6. DIAMOND CHALLENGE This challenge, run by the University of Delaware, invites high school teams to submit business or social innovation ideas. Participants submit a concept narrative, introductory video, and letter of recommendation; top teams advance to in-person or virtual pitch presentations. The top three teams in both the business and social innovation categories earn nearly $50,000. Learn more »
9. HARVARD CRIMSON BUSINESS COMPETITION This competition invites high school teams to submit business plans addressing one of six global challenges, which Harvard student judges evaluate. Finalists present their proposals on campus, where they attend workshops and panel discussions, and gain insight into the expectations and processes of college-level business competitions. Learn more »
10. JACOBSON INSTITUTE INNOVATOR COMPETITION This biannual competition invites high school students to showcase their creativity and innovative ideas. Individuals or teams submit an executive summary of their invention, product, or business concept. Finalists advance to the Elevator Pitch round, presenting virtually to a panel of judges. First, second, and third place winners receive $1,500, $1,000, and $500, respectively. Learn more »
11. JA SOCIAL INNOVATION CHALLENGE Organized by Junior Achievement , this challenge
encourages students to design entrepreneurial solutions to social problems in their communities. Teams develop a project and submit proposals; students must have participated in a Junior Achievement program to be eligible to compete. Finalists then present their ideas in person at the JA Future Bound national competition . Learn more »
8. GENIUS OLYMPIAD: ENTREPRENEURSHIP Part of the international GENIUS Olympiad , this
12. MODELING THE FUTURE CHALLENGE In this challenge, students use mathematical modeling to analyze real-world problems. In the fall, students submit a project report in response to a dataset, which requires evaluating statistics and trends, performing risk analysis, and making strategic recommendations. Top students can earn college scholarships and are invited to the Modeling the Future Symposium, where they meet actuarial professionals and explore career opportunities. Learn more »
entrepreneurship track challenges high school students to develop projects that address environmental and sustainability issues through business solutions. Entrants submit project proposals, supporting materials, and presentations. Top projects receive medals, recognition, and the opportunity to present to an international audience. Learn more »
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