Competitive Events FBLA

Competitive Events FBLA

EVENTS FOR 9-10 GRADES ONLY *ALL INDIVIDUAL

Written 80-100 multiple choice question test Business Math Find the monthly finance charge for an average daily balance of $145.59 and annual percentage rate 24% FBLA Principles & Procedures Online A local chapter of over 100 members is allowed voting delegates to NLC. Intro to Business An advantage of a sole proprietorship is:

Written 80-100 multiple choice question test Intro to Business Communication Which word is spelled incorrectly? Intro to Parliamentary Procedure The lowest ranking motion is: Intro to Technology Concepts What tool is used to check a machine for hard drive errors?

Presentation Public Speaking I Create a speech in advance based on one or more of the FBLA goals 3:31 4:29 minutes in length 2 4x6 note cards

Production Word Processing I 2 parts In January, 1 hour production component Create documents such as letters, memos, etc. 85% of total score Day of, written test 15% of total score

EVENTS FOR ALL GRADES *INDIVIDUAL UNLESS OTHERWISE NOTED

Written 80-100 multiple choice question test Accounting I A trial balance is prepared to: Accounting II A transaction for the declaration of a dividend is recorded in a: Business Calculations An item costs $520 and has a selling price of $860, calculate the markup based on cost. Business Communication Email messages should be written:

Written 80-100 multiple choice question test Business Law When the consideration by both parties has been given back, the contract is said to be: Business Procedures Online What document lists the official proceedings in a business meeting? Computer Problem Solving How many bits make up a byte? Cyber Security Which of the following is incorrect about firewalls?

Written 80-100 multiple choice question test Economics Online When demand decreases: Healthcare Administration Medical Assisting is a team of medical: Help Desk A(n) call center primarily does telemarketing: Hospitality Management Table-service dining refers to:

Written 80-100 multiple choice question test Networking Concepts Which connector should you use with fiber optic cabling? Personal Finance Online The tax on wages, salaries, & self-employed earnings is: Sports Management Online What is one purpose of a pro sports league? Technology Concepts Online What device is considered the brains of a computer?

Presentation Banking & Financial Systems (2-3 team) Understanding how financial institutions, consulting, and advisory services operate. Collaborative test at RLC SLC Current income tax laws provide reduced tax rates for: Prelim round test Top 8 impromptu case study presentation 20 minutes prep; 2 4x6 note cards 7 minute presentation role play

Presentation Business Ethics (2-3 team) Present a solution to an ethical situation encountered in the business world or workplace. Impromptu case study presentation 20 minute prep; 2 4x6 note cards 7 minute presentation Business Presentation (individual or 2-3 team) You are presenting to a group of young professionals to interview for internship positions and/or full-time employment. Create a presentation explaining proper etiquette for a business luncheon. 7 minute presentation; 4x6 note cards

Presentation Client Service Engages clients in conversations regarding products, handling inquiries, solves problems, and uncovers opportunities. 10 minute prep; 2 4x6 note cards 5 minute presentation role play

Presentation Emerging Business Issues (2-3 team) American corporations have been moving their headquarters to foreign countries to avoid paying the federal income tax in the US which is 20-25% higher than foreign countries. Should the federal income tax for corporations be lowered to keep corporations in the US? Argue either affirmative that the US government should cut taxes for corporations or the negative that the taxes should be left as is. 5 minute prep; 2 4x6 note cards 5 minute presentation

Presentation Entrepreneurship (2-3 team) Demonstrate knowledge and skills needed to establish/manage a business. Collaborative test at RLC SLC The focus of a small company s marketing plan is: Prelim round test Top 8 impromptu case study presentation 20 minutes prep; 2 4x6 note cards 7 minute presentation role play

Presentation Future Business Leader Online test Variety of questions Submit résumé and cover letter 10 minute interview RLC Final Score: Objective Test 85% + Interview 15% SLC Preliminary Round: Objective Test 85% + Materials 10% SLC Final Round: Preliminary Round Score 50% + Final Round Interview 50%

Presentation Global Business (2-3 team) Collaborative test at RLC SLC The 2 major legal systems in the world are: Prelim round test Top 8 impromptu case study presentation 20 minutes prep; 2 4x6 note cards 7 minute presentation role play Impromptu Speaking 10 minute prep; 2 4x6 note cards 3:31 4:29 minutes in length

Presentation Job Interview Submit cover letter, résumé, application 10 minute interview RLC Final Score: Materials 85% + Interview 15% SLC Preliminary Round: Interview 50% + Materials 50% SLC Final Round: Final Score Interview Management Decision Making (2-3 team) Collaborative test at RLC SLC What is a disadvantage of high channel richness? Prelim round test Top 8 impromptu case study presentation 20 minutes prep; 2 4x6 note cards 7 minute presentation role play

Presentation Management Information Systems (2-3 team) Collaborative test at RLC SLC Costs for increasing memory capacity: Prelim round test Top 8 impromptu case study presentation 20 minutes prep; 2 4x6 note cards 7 minute presentation role play

Presentation Marketing (2-3 team) Online collaborative test for RLC SLC The channels of distribution for a service business are: Prelim round test Top 8 impromptu case study presentation 20 minutes prep; 2 4x6 note cards 7 minute presentation role play

Presentation Network Design (2-3 team) Collaborative test at RLC SLC What is the purpose of Spanning Tree Protocol? Prelim round test Top 8 impromptu case study presentation 20 minutes prep; 2 4x6 note cards 7 minute presentation role play

Presentation Parliamentary Procedure (4-5 team) Individual test at RLC with scores averaged to form team score SLC A motion that has been postponed to a certain time: Prelim round test Top 8 impromptu case study presentation 20 minutes prep 9-11 minute presentation

Presentation Public Speaking II Create a speech in advance of a business nature and on one or more of the FBLA goals 4:31 5:29 minutes in length 2 4x6 note cards

Production Accounting II 2 parts In Jan., 1 hr production component (50%) Create financial statements; calculate payroll Day of, written test (50%) The depreciation system used by many businesses for tax purposes is: Business Plan (individual or 2-3 team) For RLC, prepare written report SLC top 8 reports present 7 minute presentation

Production Business Financial Plan (individual or 2-3 team) You are planning to open a full service pet spa called Pampered Pooches in an upscale urban area. You will provide grooming, doggie daycare, obedience training, upscale bakery treats and party planning services as well as overnight kennel facilities. There are two large national chain pet supply stores in the area that provide grooming services and obedience classes. There also are several independent veterinarian facilities in the area that provide kennel facilities. No location in the immediate area provides all of the upscale services within one location. You are planning to open your facility in a 10,000 square foot stand-alone facility. You will need to purchase the entire inventory and will need to meet the individual needs of customers requesting grooming, doggie daycare, kennel and other services. For RLC, prepare written report SLC top 8 reports present 7 minute presentation

Production Computer Applications 2 parts In Jan., 2 hr production component (85%) Create spreadsheets, charts, database, etc. Day of, written test (15%) DSL stands for:

Production Computer Game & Simulation SLC Only Individual or 2-3 team You are to create a FBLA-PBL trivia game. There must be at least 25 questions from a minimum of five topics (five questions per topic) as part of the game. Your audience is FBLA members. Topics could include competitive event guidelines, national officers for 2012-2013, national partners, guidelines for running for national office, basic parliamentary procedure, national conference (NFLC and NLC) dates/locations, etc. One suggested format is a random topic with a time limit on how long the person has to answer the question. The faster you answer the question, the more points you earn for the question. Questions/answers are to be stored in a tab delimited file with the question first, followed by the number of the correct answer, followed by the answer options. Top 8 present 7 minutes

Production Database Design & Applications 2 parts In Jan., 1 hr production component (85%) Create database, queries, etc. Day of, written test (15%) A field is often referred to as a: Desktop Application Programming SLC Only MMT Temporary Services has contracted with you to create an employee evaluation system. You will develop an interface that allows both MMT supervisors and field placement supervisors to evaluate employees for potential permanent employment. Top 8 present 7 minutes

Production Desktop Publishing (team of 2) 2 parts In Jan., 2 hr production component (85%) Create publications such as flyer, brochure, etc. Day of, written test (15%) The print quality of a graphic is known as:

Production Digital Design & Promotion Individual or 2-3 team You will develop a corporate identity for Xtreme Adventure Travel Company, a new venture offering tours of the Southwestern United States. The company is based in Anaheim, California and provides tours to small groups via jeep, helicopter, hot air balloon, bicycle, kayak/canoe and other modes of transport to experience the area s natural beauty up close. You, as a designer, have been charged with the task of developing a corporate logo with a tag line that can be used in a variety of multiple designs and media. You should design your primary logo and tag line as well as supporting logos that can be incorporated into the following items: business documents and promotional items. Submit designs in advance 7 minute presentation

Production Digital Video Production Individual or 2-3 team Create a video promoting FBLA-PBL Week Submit in advance At SLC, top 8 present 7 minutes

Production E-Business (individual or 2-3 team) Your FBLA chapter has been approached by the school s administration to create a streamlined system for graduation seating for families and graduates. The site may be real or fictional. Included in the site should be a navigation bar to allow participants to view the details about graduation. Families will need to reserve tickets and to arrange for ticket pick-up, participants will need to view open seats and, most importantly, graduates will need to select their own seats. It also must offer a shopping cart system, order review, confirmation and pickup options for the family tickets. You are not expected to have a live payment link. Site only at RLC Top 8 at SLC present 7 minutes

Production Electronic Career Portfolio Submit portfolio for RLC Top 8 at SLC present 7 minutes Spreadsheet Applications 2 parts In Jan., 1 hr production component (85%) Create spreadsheets, charts, filters, etc. Day of, written test (15%) What does the error message #DIV/0 mean?

Production Web Site Design (individual or 2-3 team) Your FBLA has decided to create a community calendar where you will feature all community events in one centralized place. The Web site should provide information about the events, times, locations and other relevant information. Contact information, maps or directions also would be helpful elements in the Web site. Please provide your own FBLA chapter's events. Incorporate one type of social media, which will allow for others to find out about the calendar through Facebook, Twitter, etc. Site only at RLC Top 8 at SLC present 7 minutes

Production Word Processing II 2 parts In January, 1 hr production component (85%) Create documents such as letters, memos, mail merge, tables, etc. 85% of total score Day of, written test (15%) Memo forms usually do not include: