CAP "2014" EDITION by Eric To

CALIFORNIA FUTURE BUSINESS LEADERS OF AMERICA

CALIFORNIA AWARDS PROGRAM 2014 EDITION

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CALIFORNIA AWARDS PROGRAM TABLE OF CONTENTS SUMMARY OF CHANGES ...................................................................................................................................................................... 5 FBLA EVENTS AT-A-GLANCE .............................................................................................................................................................. 6 INTRODUCTION ........................................................................................................................................................................................ 8 SPECIAL NOTES TO ADVISERS AND ADMINISTRATORS ....................................................................................................... 9 GENERAL GUIDELINES .......................................................................................................................................................................... 9 PREPARING FOR COMPETITION .................................................................................................................................................... 10 ELIGIBILITY GUIDELINES ................................................................................................................................................................... 11 SEQUENCED EVENTS .................................................................................................................................................................. 11 GRADE LEVEL SPECIFIC EVENTS ............................................................................................................................................ 12 MAXIMUM NUMBER OF ENTRIES .......................................................................................................................................... 12 WILD CARD ENTRIES ................................................................................................................................................................... 12 MAXIMUM NUMBER OF COMPETITORS ADVANCE TO STATE ................................................................................ 13 USE OF CALCULATORS............................................................................................................................................................... 13 STATEMENT OF ASSURANCE .................................................................................................................................................. 13 PRE-JUDGED EVENTS ................................................................................................................................................................. 14 SPECIFIC GUIDELINES GENERAL........................................................................................................................................................................................... 15 INDIVIDUAL EVENTS ................................................................................................................................................................... 15 SEQUESTERED EVENTS .............................................................................................................................................................. 15 PERFORMANCE EVENTS ............................................................................................................................................................ 16 REPORT EVENTS ............................................................................................................................................................................ 16 PRODUCTION EVENTS................................................................................................................................................................ 17

FBLA COMPETITIVE EVENTS ACCOUNTING I ....................................................................................................................................................................................... 18 ACCOUNTING II ..................................................................................................................................................................................... 19 AGRIBUSINESS—NEW ........................................................................................................................................................................ 20 AMERICAN ENTERPRISE PROJECT—MODIFIED ..................................................................................................................... 21 BANKING & FINANCIAL SYSTEMS ................................................................................................................................................ 23 BUSINESS CALCULATIONS ............................................................................................................................................................... 25 BUSINESS COMMUNICATION ......................................................................................................................................................... 26 BUSINESS ETHICS—MODIFIED ...................................................................................................................................................... 27

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CALIFORNIA AWARDS PROGRAM TABLE OF CONTENTS BUSINESS FINANCIAL PLAN ............................................................................................................................................................ 29 BUSINESS LAW....................................................................................................................................................................................... 31 BUSINESS MATH ................................................................................................................................................................................... 32 BUSINESS PLAN ..................................................................................................................................................................................... 33 BUSINESS PRESENTATION ............................................................................................................................................................... 35 BUSINESS PROCEDURES ................................................................................................................................................................... 37 CLIENT SERVICE..................................................................................................................................................................................... 38 COMMUNITY SERVICE PROJECT—MODIFIED......................................................................................................................... 40 COMPUTER APPLICATIONS ............................................................................................................................................................. 42 COMPUTER GAME & SIMULATION PROGRAMMING ........................................................................................................... 43 COMPUTER PROBLEM SOLVING ................................................................................................................................................... 45 CREED......................................................................................................................................................................................................... 46 CYBER SECURITY .................................................................................................................................................................................. 47 DATABASE DESIGN & APPLICATIONS ........................................................................................................................................ 48 DESKTOP APPLICATION PROGRAMMING ................................................................................................................................ 49 DESKTOP PUBLISHING—MODIFIED............................................................................................................................................ 52 DIGITAL DESIGN & PROMOTION ................................................................................................................................................... 54 DIGITAL VIDEO PRODUCTION ........................................................................................................................................................ 56 E-BUSINESS ............................................................................................................................................................................................. 58 ECONOMICS ............................................................................................................................................................................................ 60 ELECTRONIC CAREER PORTFOLIO ................................................................................................................................................ 61 EMERGING BUSINESS ISSUES ......................................................................................................................................................... 63 ENTREPRENEURSHIP .......................................................................................................................................................................... 65 FBLA PRINCIPLES AND PROCEDURES ........................................................................................................................................ 67 FUTURE BUSINESS LEADER—MODIFIED .................................................................................................................................. 68 GLOBAL BUSINESS ............................................................................................................................................................................... 70 GOLD SEAL CHAPTER AWARD OF MERIT .................................................................................................................................. 72 HEALTH CARE ADMINISTRATION ................................................................................................................................................. 73 HELP DESK ............................................................................................................................................................................................... 74 HOSPITALITY MANAGEMENT—MODIFIED .............................................................................................................................. 76 IMPROMPTU SPEAKING .................................................................................................................................................................... 78 INSURANCE & RISK MANAGEMENT—NEW .............................................................................................................................. 80 INTRODUCTION TO BUSINESS ....................................................................................................................................................... 81

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CALIFORNIA AWARDS PROGRAM TABLE OF CONTENTS INTRODUCTION TO BUSINESS COMMUNICATION ............................................................................................................... 82 INTRODUCTION TO INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY—NEW ............................................................................................... 83 INTRODUCTION TO PARLIAMENTARY PROCEDURE............................................................................................................ 84 JOB INTERVIEW—MODIFIED .......................................................................................................................................................... 85 LOCAL CHAPTER ANNUAL BUSINESS REPORT ....................................................................................................................... 87 MANAGEMENT DECISION MAKING ............................................................................................................................................. 88 MANAGEMENT INFORMATION SYSTEMS ................................................................................................................................. 90 MARKETING ............................................................................................................................................................................................ 92 MEMBERSHIP AWARDS ..................................................................................................................................................................... 94 MOBILE APPLICATION DEVELOPMENT—NEW ...................................................................................................................... 95 NETWORK DESIGN ............................................................................................................................................................................... 98 NETWORKING CONCEPTS ..............................................................................................................................................................100 OUTSTANDING LOCAL CHAPTER ADVISER............................................................................................................................101 PARLIAMENTARY PROCEDURE ....................................................................................................................................................102 PARTNERSHIP WITH BUSINESS PROJECT—MODIFIED ....................................................................................................104 PERSONAL FINANCE .........................................................................................................................................................................106 PUBLIC SERVICE ANNOUNCEMENT—NEW ............................................................................................................................107 PUBLIC SPEAKING I—MODIFIED .................................................................................................................................................109 PUBLIC SPEAKING II—MODIFIED ...............................................................................................................................................111 SCHOLARSHIP AWARD ...................................................................................................................................................................113 SPORTS & ENTERTAINMENT MANAGEMENT—MODIFIED .............................................................................................114 SPREADSHEET APPLICATIONS ....................................................................................................................................................116 SWEEPSTAKES ....................................................................................................................................................................................117 VIRTUAL BUSINESS CHALLENGE.................................................................................................................................................118 WEB SITE DESIGN ...............................................................................................................................................................................119 WHO’S WHO IN FBLA ........................................................................................................................................................................121 WORD PROCESSING—MODIFIED ...............................................................................................................................................122

DOCUMENTS CONFERENCE DRESS CODE ...........................................................................................................................................................123 STATEMENT OF ASSURANCE ........................................................................................................................................................124 REPORT VERIFICATION ....................................................................................................................................................................125

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SUMMARY OF CHANGES CALIFORNIA AWARDS PROGRAM—2014 EDITION ELIGIBILITY The first, second, and third place winner in state competition will represent California at the National Leadership Conference. Refer to event guidelines for eligibility information.

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STARTING AT SECTION LEVEL • Agribusiness—individual event, objective test • Insurance & Risk Management—individual event, objective test

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STARTING AT STATE LEVEL • Public Service Announcement—individual or team event, presentation • Mobile Application Development—individual or team event, presentation

MODIFICATIONS • COMBINED Introduction to Technology Concepts and Technology Concepts for a new event Introduction to Information Technology, an individual event for 9th and 10th grade • COMBINED Word Processing I and II for a modified event Word Processing for all grade levels • RENAMED and MODIFIED Sports Management to Sports and Entertainment Management, a team event, collaborative objective test, and a role-play performance component • MODIFIED Hospitality Management, a team event, collaborative objective test, and a role-play performance component • MODIFIED Business Ethics—an ethical topic will be given for participants to research throughout the year, write a synopsis to submit for prejudging • MODIFIED Desktop Publishing—an individual or team of two—topic will be given for participants to develop throughout the year and submit for prejudging • MODIFIED Report Guidelines—the number of pages for American Enterprise Project, Community Service Project, and Partnership with Business Project is reduced to fifteen (15) pages. • All prejudged reports and Digital Video Production will be submitted online

GUIDELINES • • • • • • •

MODIFIED Creed—is no longer sequestered MODIFIED Future Business Leader—revised number of copies of materials and eliminated tab deductions MODIFIED Job Interview—revised number of copies of materials and eliminated tab deductions MODIFIED Public Speaking I—revised number of copies of materials and eliminated tab deductions MODIFIED Public Speaking II—revised number of copies of materials and eliminated tab deductions ELIMINATED alternate policy ELIMINATED draw

Evaluate National Parliamentarian selection policy PS I & II submission process and deductions Client Service – preliminary is not open to conference attendees

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CHAPTER

BANKING & FINANCIAL SYSTEMS

TEAM

BUSINESS CALCULATIONS

INDIVIDUAL

BUSINESS COMMUNICATION BUSINESS ETHICS

INDIVIDUAL TEAM

3 1

X X

BUSINESS FINANCIAL PLAN

INDIVIDUAL OR TEAM

BUSINESS LAW

INDIVIDUAL

BUSINESS MATH

INDIVIDUAL

BUSINESS PLAN

INDIVIDUAL OR TEAM

BUSINESS PRESENTATION

INDIVIDUAL OR TEAM

BUSINESS PROCEDURES

INDIVIDUAL

CLIENT SERVICE

INDIVIDUAL

COMMUNITY SERVICE PROJECT

CHAPTER

COMPUTER APPLICATIONS

INDIVIDUAL

COMPUTER GAME & SIMULATION PROGRAMMING

INDIVIDUAL OR TEAM

COMPUTER PROBLEM SOLVING

INDIVIDUAL

CREED

INDIVIDUAL

CYBER SECURITY

INDIVIDUAL

DATABASE DESIGN & APPLICATIONS

INDIVIDUAL

DESKTOP APPLICATION PROGRAMMING

INDIVIDUAL

DESKTOP PUBLISHING

INDIVIDUAL OR TEAM

DIGITAL DESIGN & PROMOTION DIGITAL VIDEO PRODUCTION

INDIVIDUAL OR TEAM INDIVIDUAL OR TEAM

1 1

X X

E-BUSINESS

INDIVIDUAL OR TEAM

ECONOMICS

INDIVIDUAL

ELECTRONIC CAREER PORTFOLIO

INDIVIDUAL

EMERGING BUSINESS ISSUES

TEAM

ENTREPRENEURSHIP FBLA PRINCIPLES AND PROCEDURES

TEAM INDIVIDUAL

1 3

X X

FUTURE BUSINESS LEADER

INDIVIDUAL

GLOBAL BUSINESS

TEAM

HEALTH CARE ADMINISTRATION

INDIVIDUAL

HELP DESK

INDIVIDUAL

HOSPITALITY MANAGEMENT IMPROMPTU SPEAKING

TEAM INDIVIDUAL

1 1

X X

INSURANCE & RISK MANAGEMENT

INDIVIDUAL

INTRODUCTION TO BUSINESS

INDIVIDUAL

INTRODUCTION TO BUSINESS COMMUNICATION

INDIVIDUAL

INTRODUCTION TO INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY

INDIVIDUAL

INTRODUCTION TO PARLIAMENTARY PROCEDURE JOB INTERVEW

INDIVIDUAL INDIVIDUAL

3 2

X X

LOCAL CHAPTER ANNUAL BUSINESS REPORT

CHAPTER

MANAGEMENT DECISION MAKING

TEAM

MANAGEMENT INFORMATION SYSTEMS

TEAM

MARKETING

TEAM

MOBILE APPLICATION DEVELOPMENT NETWORK DESIGN

INDIVIDUAL OR TEAM TEAM

1 1

X X

NETWORKING CONCEPTS

INDIVIDUAL

PARLIAMENTARY PROCEDURE

TEAM

PARTNERSHIP WITH BUSINESS PROJECT

CHAPTER

PERSONAL FINANCE

INDIVIDUAL

PUBLIC SERVICE ANNOUNCEMENT PUBLIC SPEAKING I

INDIVIDUAL OR TEAM INDIVIDUAL

1 1

X X

PUBLIC SPEAKING II

INDIVIDUAL

SCHOLARSHIP

INDIVIDUAL

SPORTS & ENTERTAINMENT MANAGEMENT

TEAM

SPREADSHEET APPLICATIONS

INDIVIDUAL

VIRTUAL BUSINESS CHALLENGE WEB SITE DESIGN

INDIVIDUAL OR TEAM INDIVIDUAL OR TEAM

WORD PROCESSING

INDIVIDUAL

ROLE-PLAY

AMERICAN ENTERPRISE PROJECT

PRESENTATION

NUMBER OF FINALISTS

X X

SEQUESTERED

X X

SLC PREJUDGED

X X

INDIVIDUAL

WILD CARD EVENTS

CALCULATOR REQUIRED

3 3

AGRIBUSINESS

TRANSCRIPT REQUIRED

STATE EVENTS

INDIVIDUAL INDIVIDUAL

COMPETITIVE EVENT

GRADE LEVEL SPECIFIC

SECTION EVENTS

ACCOUNTING I ACCOUNTING II

COLLABORATIVE OBJECTIVE TEST

NUMBER OF ENTRIES

FBLA EVENT AT-A-GLANCE

CATEOGRY

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X X X

X X

5 5

X X

X X X X

X X

X X X

X X

X X X

5 5 5

X X

X X X

X X

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INTRODUCTION THIS DOCUMENT IS COMPLETELY SELF-CONTAINED FOR 2014. YOU WILL ONLY NEED TO REFER TO THE NATIONAL CHAPTER MANAGEMENT HANDBOOK IF COMPETING AT THE NATIONAL LEADERSHIP CONFERENCE. IT IS HIGHLY RECOMMENDED THAT YOU PRINT OUT THIS DOCUMENT SO THAT YOU WILL HAVE ACCESS TO ALL OF THE COMPETITIVE EVENT RULES AND REGULATIONS. There are several revisions/additions/corrections to this edition. You are urged to review these guidelines and rating sheets that replace all others, and will be in effect beginning with the 2014 Section and State Leadership Conferences. The California Awards Program Committee is responsible for monitoring the competitive event program and making recommendations to the Management Team. If you would like to express an opinion about a competitive event, you should discuss this with the committee representative from your section.

MISSION STATEMENT Our mission is to prepare students for successful careers in business through support for curriculum development and innovative assessment tools. To help meet that charge, the FBLA Competitive Events Program has been developed and made available to local and state chapters for use in assessing students in the various knowledge, skills, and abilities that make up today’s business education curriculum.

PROGRAM DESIGN AND PURPOSE The California Competitive Events Program at the Section and State Leadership Conferences exemplifies the range of activities and focus of Future Business Leaders of America and is based on the guidelines from the national office. These events are based on projects developed from the goals of FBLA and the curricula of business education programs. FBLA is committed to facilitating the transition of its members from their educational development into their career path. The Competitive Events Program plays a central role in delivering on this commitment. The program allows members to demonstrate and validate their mastery of essential business concepts, skills, and knowledge. In addition, members participating in this program will: • • • • •

demonstrate their career competencies, business knowledge, and job-related skills expand their leadership skills demonstrate their competitive spirit receive recognition for their achievements encourage community service

The FBLA Competitive Events Program is designed to correlate with the Business Education Curriculum Standards published by the National Business Education Association (NBEA), and the U.S. Department of Education Career Clusters. Each event’s guideline pages indicate the specific NBEA Standard(s) and Career Cluster(s) the event addresses.

CALIFORNIA AWARDS PROGRAM (CAP) COMMITTEE BAY SECTION

CENTRAL SECTION

GOLD COAST SECTION

INLAND SECTION

Mark St. John Cupertino High School

Shawne Arnold John H. Pitman High School

Dr. Laurie Looker Westlake High School

Maurice Myers Ruben S. Ayala High School

Term: 2012-2014

Term: 2013-2015

Term: 2012-2014

MISSION VALLEY SECTION

NORTHERN SECTION

SOUTHERN SECTION

James Jacob San Marino High School

Justin Tsai Jesuit High School

Michael Rylaarsdam Oxford Academy

Term: 2013-2015

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SPECIAL NOTES TO ADVISER AND ADMINISTRATOR Chapter advisers and school administrators are encouraged to keep the following points in mind as they prepare their students for participation in the FBLA Competitive Events Program. q

Competitive events are excellent motivating devices; they help to instill the desire to learn and to achieve.

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To be the best generally requires innate ability, high motivation, and many hours of hard work.

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Travel and interaction with students from other schools are tremendous learning opportunities for students.

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Competitive events can be helpful in building school spirit and in publicizing a business program.

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Competitive events should not be used to determine curricula, teaching methodology, time spent on class activities, textbooks to be adopted, grading procedures, or for teacher evaluations.

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Excessive class time should not be spent on areas covered in competitive events at the expense of other subject matter that should be taught.

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Delaying contestant selection as long as possible is encouraged so more students are striving for mastery or excellence in a particular area.

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A teacher’s competence or effectiveness should not be judged by the number of student winners. A teacher is not an excellent teacher simply because a student wins a competitive event.

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Likewise, the success of a local chapter should not be determined strictly by the performance of its members in competitive events. While an important element of the overall FBLA program, competitive events are just that—a part. Many activities and programs work together to build a successful chapter.

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Teachers should recognize the value of competitive events, maintain a professional attitude towards the events, and keep them in proper perspective.

GENERAL GUIDELINES q

DRESS CODE. Members must adhere to the official FBLA dress code in order to participate in a competitive event. The dress code is also included in each conference guide.

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MEMBERSHIP DUES. All participants who enter a competitive event must have paid state and national dues by January 31 (for section competition) and March 1 (for state competition).

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RECORDING OF PRESENTATIONS. No audio or video recording devices will be allowed in any competitive event.

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EVENT SCHEDULES. Participants must report on time for their competitive event or be disqualified.

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COMPETITIVE EVENT RESULTS. Unless specifically indicated in an individual event’s guidelines, competitions at the section and state level will be judged using these procedures. In all cases where judges are involved in scoring an event, the decision of the judges is final. All announced results are final upon the conclusion of the Section and State Leadership Conference. •

INDIVIDUAL EVENTS (OBJECTIVE TESTS ONLY). Ties will be broken by comparing the performance of affected members on the last 10 questions of the exam, then the next group of 10 questions, and so on.

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INDIVIDUAL, TEAM, AND CHAPTER EVENTS (REPORTS AND PERFORMANCES). All materials will be screened to ensure chapters have followed the guidelines. All materials sent will be prejudged. A separate panel of judges will evaluate the presentations. Final rank is determined by totaling the prejudged scores and the presentation scores. The project/report score will be used to break a tie.

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GENERAL GUIDELINES (CONTINUED) •

INDIVIDUAL AND TEAM EVENTS (OBJECTIVE TESTS AND PERFORMANCES). The objective test portion of these events will be taken at the SLC. The performance portion, including written materials where appropriate, of these events will be evaluated by a panel of judges. The objective test will be used to break a tie.

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PRODUCTION TESTS. The score reviewed on the objective portion and the school site production test weight varies. Check the specific guidelines. A separate panel of judges evaluates the school site production tests. The production test score will be used to break a tie.

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COMPLY WITH ENTRY PROCEDURES AND REGULATIONS. • Check the status of membership dues. Students wishing to compete must be paid members by the stated deadline. • Members must be registered for the conference in order to participate in a competitive event. • Ensure that entry forms are completed properly and submitted by the published deadline. This is the responsibility of the local adviser for section and state competitions.

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BE FAMILIAR WITH THE EVENT GUIDELINES. • Check the current edition of the document for a complete listing of individual, team, and chapter events. • Make copies of the appropriate guidelines and rating sheets. • Become completely familiar with the procedures to be followed in administering the event. • Determine from the rating sheets and guidelines exactly what areas will be judged.

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IDENTIFY AND ASSEMBLE NEEDED RESOURCES. • Obtain a variety of textbooks on your subject matter to study. National FBLA provides a Competitive Events Study Guide with preparation tips and sample questions that can be ordered online through www.FBLAMarketPlace.com or call 1.866.325.2725. • Contact former and current chapter members who have entered this event in previous years. • Find mentors and other experts who can help you prepare.

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PREPARE FOR COMPETITION. • Where appropriate, involve faculty, other members, advisory committee members, and businesspeople. These are excellent resources—use them! • Practice makes perfect! Try to recreate as realistically as possible.

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COMPLY WITH COMPETITION REGULATIONS. • Be familiar with the information to be provided and the deadlines to be met. • Make sure copies of materials to be submitted to judges are error-free and that they are submitted in the proper format. • Calculators supplied by section or state competition can be used in all objective tests as appropriate.

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ELIGIBILITY GUIDELINES q

MEMBERSHIP STATUS. Only those students who meet the official membership eligibility requirements and are on record with the national association as dues-paid members on or before January 31 (for section competition) and March 1 (for state competition) are eligible to compete in these events.

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RECOGNITION EVENTS. A participant, not chapter, entered in a recognition event will not preclude that participant from competing in another individual, team, and/or chapter event.

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INDIVIDUAL, TEAM, AND CHAPTER EVENTS. A member may enter only two individual and/or team events and one chapter event.

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REPEAT COMPETITORS. Members may not repeat an event at the National Leadership Conference. Exceptions to this regulation are as follows: •

MODIFIED EVENTS. An individual may compete in the same event when the event is modified.

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TEAM EVENTS. In the case of an entry submitted by a team, rather than an individual, one member of the team may have been involved in an entry submitted at one previous NLC to include Banking & Financial Systems, Business Ethics, Business Financial Plan, Business Plan, Business Presentation, Computer Game & Simulation Programming, Desktop Publishing, Digital Design and Promotion, Digital Video Production, E-business, Emerging Business Issues, Entrepreneurship, Global Business, Hospitality Management, Management Decision Making, Management Information Systems, Marketing, Mobile Application Development, Network Design, Sports & Entertainment Management, and Web Site Design. Team members may not compete in the same event more than two (2) years at the national level.

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PARLIAMENTARY PROCEDURE. Two members of the team may have competed in this event at a previous NLC; however, they may not compete more than twice in this event at the national level.

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INDIVIDUAL ENTRY. A member who competed as an individual entry in a team event at the national level may compete in the same event a second time as part of a team but not a second time as an individual.

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PILOT EVENTS. Participation in a pilot event does not disqualify a member from competing in the same event once it becomes an official competition.

SEQUENCED EVENTS APPLICABLE EVENTS • • • •

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Accounting I and Accounting II Business Math and Business Calculations Introduction to Business Communication and Business Communication Introduction to Parliamentary Procedure and Parliamentary Procedure Public Speaking I and Public Speaking II

Events stated above are linked in a series. Once a member has competed at the National Leadership Conference in the second or advanced event in the series, he/she may not subsequently compete in the first or introductory event.

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ELIGIBILITY GUIDELINES (CONTINUED) GRADE LEVEL SPECIFIC EVENTS APPLICABLE EVENTS •

Business Math, Creed, FBLA Principles and Procedures, Introduction to Business, Introduction to Business Communication, Introduction to Information Technology, Introduction to Parliamentary Procedure, and Public Speaking I

Events stated above are only for 7th to 10th grades members. However, 7th and 8th grade members are not eligible to compete at the National Leadership Conference per national guidelines.

NUMBER OF ENTRIES (INDIVIDUAL, OBJECTIVE TESTS ONLY) APPLICABLE EVENTS •

EVENTS AT SECTION LEVEL: Accounting I, Accounting II, Agribusiness, Business Calculations, Business Communication, Business Law, Business Math, Business Procedures, Computer Problem Solving, Cyber Security, Economics, FBLA Principles and Procedures, Health Care Administration, Insurance & Risk Management, Introduction to Business, Introduction to Business Communication, Introduction to Information Technology, and Personal Finance

The number of participants from each chapter who can enter in events stated above will be based on local chapter membership as of the official membership dues deadline dates—January 31 (for section competition). This is only applicable to individual events with an objective test component starting at the section level. The maximum number of entries is as follows: 0 – 49 members 50 – 74 members 75 – 100 members 101+ members

3 competitors 4 competitors 5 competitors 6 competitors

WILD CARD ENTRIES (MODIFIED) APPLICABLE EVENTS •

Accounting I, Agribusiness, Business Calculations, Business Communication, Business Law, Business Math, Business Procedures, Computer Problem Solving, Cyber Security, Economics, FBLA Principles and Procedures, Health Care Administration, Insurance & Risk Management, Introduction to Business, Introduction to Business Communication, Introduction to Information Technology, and Personal Finance

Each chapter will have two “wild card” entries at the state level. This will be for any individual event with an objective test that starts at the section level. For clarification purposes, any one student may only enter one event as a wild card. A “wild card” event counts as one of the two active events a student may enter.

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ELIGIBILITY GUIDELINES (CONTINUED) NUMBER OF COMPETITORS ADVANCE TO STATE (MODIFIED) APPLICABLE EVENTS •

A minimum of the top five places from each section competition in individual events with an objective test component will represent their section at the State Leadership Conference. The winners’ list from each section competition will indicate the number of places that are eligible. However, if stated events above have the following number of competitors at the section level, more than five winners will be able to compete at the state level as shown below: 44 – 51 competitors 52 – 60 competitors 61 – 67 competitors 68 – 74 competitors 75 – 83 competitors

6 competitors advance to state level 7 competitors advance to state level 8 competitors advance to state level 9 competitors advance to state level 10 competitors advance to state level

USE OF CALCULATORS APPLICABLE EVENTS •

Accounting I, Accounting II, Banking & Financial Systems, Business Calculations, Business Math, Entrepreneurship, Future Business Leader, Network Design, Networking Concepts, and Personal Finance

A basic calculator will be provided for events stated above. Participants may not bring his/her own calculator.

STATEMENT OF ASSURANCE APPLICABLE EVENTS •

Computer Game & Simulation Programming, Desktop Application Programming, Digital Design & Promotion, E-business, Mobile Application Development, and Web Site Design

The Statement of Assurance Form verifies that the work submitted is the original work of the student. TRAVEL AWARDS •

Presentation of the entry must be conducted by participants who authored the event. In case of a team event, at least one author must give the presentation at the NLC; however, all team members who wish to be recognized as national winners must register for the NLC. No replacement or substitutions will be allowed.

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You must have at least four (4) to five (5) members to make up your Parliamentary Procedure Team. You may add team members when registering for state; they do not have to be declared ahead of time. The teams who register to compete at the state level must have the same students participate in both components of the event.

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A student may not enter or compete in more than two active competitive events.

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ELIGIBILITY GUIDELINES (CONTINUED) PRE-JUDGED EVENTS (FOR STATE COMPETITION) APPLICABLE EVENTS • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • •

American Enterprise Project Business Ethics Business Financial Plan Business Plan Business Presentation Community Service Project Computer Game & Simulation Programming Desktop Application Programming Desktop Publishing Digital Design & Promotion Digital Video Production E-business Electronic Career Portfolio Emerging Business Issues Mobile Application Development Partnership with Business Project Public Service Announcement Web Site Design

Postmarked by March 7, 2014 Postmarked by March 7, 2014 Postmarked by January 31, 2014 Postmarked by January 31, 2014 Postmarked by March 7, 2014 Postmarked by March 7, 2014 Postmarked by January 31, 2014 Postmarked by January 31, 2014 Postmarked by January 31, 2014 Postmarked by January 31, 2014 Postmarked by January 31, 2014 Postmarked by January 31, 2014 Postmarked by March 7, 2014 Postmarked by January 31, 2014 Postmarked by March 7, 2014 Postmarked by January 31, 2014 Postmarked by January 31, 2014

Participants entered in pre-judged events must be registered online for the State Leadership Conference and have paid conference registration in order for these events to be judged. Every effort will be made to post finalists and scheduled performance times prior to the State Leadership Conference at www.cafbla.org. POSTMARK DATE RECEIPT POLICY

TRANSCRIPTS APPLICABLE EVENTS •

Accounting I, Business Math, Creed, FBLA Principles and Procedures, Introduction to Business, Introduction to Business Communication, Introduction to Information Technology, Introduction to Parliamentary Procedure, and Public Speaking I

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SPECIFIC GUIDELINES GENERAL (ALL EVENTS) q

EVENT SCHEDULES. Participants must report on time for their competitive event or be disqualified.

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PHOTO IDENTIFICATION. Participants must show an original, official photo identification (e.g., driver’s license, school ID) at the time of the event starts or he/she will not be allowed to compete. A faxed copy is not acceptable.

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ELECTRONIC DEVICES. No photographs may be taken or no video or audio recording devices may be used during any competitive event.

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DRESS CODE. Members must adhere to the official FBLA dress code in order to participate in a competitive event. If a student taking an objective test is found to be out of compliance with the official FBLA dress code after starting the test, he/she will be allowed to finish the test but will be disqualified.

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CALCULATORS. A basic calculator will be provided for events that require of them. Participants may not bring his/her own calculator.

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NO. 2 PENCILS. Participants must furnish their own No. 2 pencils and erasers for objective tests, and presentation or performance events that have a preparation component.

SEQUESTERED EVENTS APPLICABLE EVENTS •

Banking & Financial Systems, Client Service, Creed (state level only), Emerging Business Issues, Entrepreneurship, Global Business, Help Desk, Hospitality Management, Impromptu Speaking, Management Decision Making, Management Information Systems, Marketing, Network Design, Parliamentary Procedure, Scholarship Award, and Sports & Entertainment Management.

Participants must report to the waiting room prior to the first scheduled performance as indicated in the conference program. q

GRACE PERIOD. Participants will be allowed a five-minute window after the doors of the waiting room are closed. Participants who arrive during that five-minute window will be assessed a ten-point penalty. Participants who arrive after the five-minute window will not be allowed to enter the waiting room and/or participate in the event.

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SEQUESTERED RULES • A participant or team is disqualified if they arrive after the first participant or team starts the performance. • Participants must be escorted from room to room. • Participants may read books, do homework, etc. • No text messaging, e-mail, Internet use, or phone calls are allowed. • Participants may bring food and drinks to the holding room. • Participants may not communicate with outside individuals.

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SPECIFIC GUIDELINES (CONTINUED) PERFORMANCE EVENTS APPLICABLE EVENTS •

American Enterprise Project, Banking & Financial Systems, Business Ethics, Business Financial Plan, Business Plan, Business Presentation, Client Service, Community Service Project, Computer Game & Simulation Programming, Desktop Application Programming, Digital Design & Promotion, Digital Video Production, E-business, Electronic Career Portfolio, Emerging Business Issues, Entrepreneurship, Global Business, Hospitality Management, Management Decision Making, Management Information Systems, Marketing, Mobile Application Development, Network Design, Parliamentary Procedure, Partnership with Business Project, Public Service Announcement, Sports & Entertainment Management, Web Site Design

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AUDIO/VISUAL EQUIPMENT. The room will be supplied with a screen, power, and table. Participants are responsible for all other audio/visual equipment (e.g., projector, extension cord). Participants that will be utilizing Apple products or other devices that do not have a VGA port will need to provide their own adapters.

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VISUAL AIDS. Visual aids and samples related to the project/program may be used; however, no items may be left with the judges or audience. (EXCEPTIONS: Mobile Application Development and Public Service Announcement)

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TEAM EFFORT. Team members must perform all aspects of the presentation/performance (e.g., speaking, setup, operating audio/visual equipment). Other representatives of the chapter may not provide assistance. All team members are expected to actively participate in the presentation/performance.

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STATEMENT – ALL MEMBERS RESEARCH AND COMPOSE/PRODUCE MUST PRESENT TO RECEIVE AWARDS.

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PHYSICAL CONTACT. Participants may not have any physical contact (e.g., handshake) with the judges.

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OBSERVATION. Preliminary performances are NOT open to conference attendees; final performances are open to conference attendees, who are not participants in the event. No one may enter or leave the room while a performance is in progress.

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BREAKING TIES. For events with a project/report component, the project/report score will be used to break a tie. For events with an objective test component, the objective test score will be used to break a tie.

REPORT EVENTS APPLICABLE EVENTS •

American Enterprise Project, Business Financial Plan, Business Plan, Community Service Project, Local Chapter Annual Business Report, and Partnership with Business Project

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TIMEFRAME. Reports must describe activities of the chapter that were conducted between the start of the previous State Leadership Conference and start of the current State Leadership Conference.

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SUBMISSION. Reports must be submitted online in PDF format via the online submission tool by the published deadline.

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REPORT VERIFICATION. Submit the Report Verification Form if the report was entered and placed in the top five from the prior school year. Download the form at www.cafbla.org, click on Competition.

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SPECIFIC GUIDELINES (CONTINUED) REPORT EVENTS (CONTINUED) q

REPORT—GENERAL • Student members, not advisers, must prepare reports. • Penalty points will be given if the written project doesn’t adhere to the guidelines.

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REPORT COVER • Report covers are not counted against the page limit. • Front cover must contain the following information: name of school, state, name of the event, and year (201x-1x).

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REPORT CONTENTS • Table of contents with page numbers. • Follow the rating sheet sequence in writing the report. If information is not available for a particular criterion, include a statement to the effect in the report. • Pages are numbered and must be sized for 8 ½” x 11” • Reports must not exceed fifteen (15) pages (a title page, divider pages, and appendices are optional and must be included in the page count).

PRODUCTION EVENTS APPLICABLE EVENTS •

Accounting II (state level only), Computer Applications, Database Designs & Applications, Spreadsheet Applications, and Word Processing

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SCHOOL-SITE PRODUCTION DATA REQUEST FORM. The local chapter adviser must register participants by completing the information requested on the School-Site Production Data Request Form and emailing it to the Competitive Events Coordinator by the date specified. Download the forms at www.cafbla.org.

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TEST PROCTOR. A test proctor must be specified on the School-Site Production Data Request Form to receive all production tests. This person must be a certificated teacher or a school staff member, and cannot be an adviser or a parent. You may have more than one test proctor; however, all tests will be sent to one designee.

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STANDARDS OF MAILABILITY. Materials submitted are graded against the standard of zero errors and businesslike format. The FBLA Format Guide must be followed for proper formatting of any type of word processing documents.

q RESULTS. At both the section and state levels, the score received on the production portion will constitute 85 percent of the final event score, and the score received on the objective test will constitute 15 percent of the final event score, with the exception of Accounting II. For Accounting II, each component will constitute 50 percent of the final event score. If there is a tie, the production test score will be used to break a tie.

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SPECIFIC GUIDELINES (CONTINUED) PRODUCTION EVENTS (CONTINUED) q

ALLOTTED TIME. One hour is permitted for Accounting II, Database Design & Applications, Spreadsheet Applications, and Word Processing. Two hours are allowed for Computer Applications. Time must run continuously and cannot be broken into multiple sessions. Once an event has begun, the clock may only be stopped only for repair of technical problems outside the control of the student being tested.

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JUDGING. There are not specific dates for administering the school-site production tests, but there is a specified date when tests must be postmarked to the designated person. All materials must be received within one week of postmark date in order to be judged.

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SLIGHT CORRECTIONS. The following errors will result in a penalty of two points per errors. o Omission of non-essential part of a document (e.g. reference initials) o Minor errors in vertical or horizontal placement or spacing errors o Inserted or omitted words that do not change the meaning of the sentence o Transposed words that do not change the meaning of the sentence

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SERIOUS CORRECTIONS. The following errors will result in a penalty of five points per errors. o Failure to follow specific directions o Keying or spelling errors o Inserted or omitted words that change the meaning of the sentence o Omission of essential parts of a document (e.g. date, inside address, etc.) o Format Guide not followed.

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BREAKING TIES. The production test score will be used to break a tie.

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DISQUALIFICATION. All tests, completed or not, and materials (e.g. Competitor Certification Form) must be returned to the designated person for grading. Any missing tests or materials will result in disqualification of all competitors in that particular competitive event.

Business Presentation, Desktop Publishing, Digital Design & Promotion, Digital Video Production, E-business, Public Service Announcement, and Web Site Design

It is the policy of FBLA to comply with state and federal copyright laws. Refer to the Format Guide.

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ACCOUNTING I INDIVIDUAL EVENT—SECTION, STATE, AND NATIONAL COMPETITION The accurate keeping of financial records is an ongoing activity in all types of businesses. This event provides recognition for FBLA members who demonstrate an understanding of and skill in basic accounting principles and procedures.

ELIGIBILITY Participants must not have had more than two (2) semesters (or one [1] semester equivalent to a full year in a block scheduling program) of high school accounting instruction, nor be enrolled in or have completed any additional accounting courses. The participant may not have previously competed in this event at the national level. See the following eligibility guidelines: • * NUMBER OF ENTRIES † • NUMBER OF COMPETITORS ADVANCE TO STATE ‡ • WILD CARD SECTION STATE NATIONAL

Each local chapter may enter a minimum of three (3) members. * †

A minimum of the top five (5) places from section competition will represent their section at the State Leadership Conference. This ‡ event qualifies for a wild card entry. The top three (3) places in state competition will represent California at the National Leadership Conference.

OVERVIEW A one-hour objective test will be administered based on the competencies listed. Non-graphing calculators will be provided. A transcript for each participant in this event must be mailed with the registration materials for the Section Conference. A transcript for a wild card entry must be mailed with the registration materials for the State Leadership Conference. ANY ACCOUNTING COURSES MUST BE HIGHLIGHTED OR CIRCLED.

OBJECTIVE COMPETENCIES

NBEA STANDARDS

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• Accounting: accounting cycle, accounting process, financial statements, special applications • Computation: problem-solving applications, mathematical • Economics and Personal Finance: personal decision making, managing finances and budgeting

journalizing account classification terminology, concepts, and practices types of ownership posting income statement balance sheet worksheet bank reconciliation payroll depreciation manual and computerized systems ethics

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CAREER CLUSTERS: Business Management & Administration; Finance

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ACCOUNTING II INDIVIDUAL EVENT—SECTION, STATE, AND NATIONAL COMPETITION The accurate keeping of financial records is a vital ongoing activity in all types of businesses. This event provides recognition for FBLA members who demonstrate an understanding of and skill in accounting principles and procedures as applied to sole proprietorships, partnerships, and corporations.

ELIGIBILITY The participant should have had at least one year of high school accounting instruction or its equivalent. The participant may not have previously competed in this event at the national level. See the following eligibility guidelines: • * NUMBER OF ENTRIES SECTION STATE NATIONAL

Each local chapter may enter a minimum of three (3) members. * A maximum of the top five (5) places from section competition will represent their section at the State Leadership Conference. The top three (3) places in state competition will represent California at the National Leadership Conference.

OVERVIEW This event consists of two (2) parts: an objective test (section and state levels) and a school-site production test (state level only). Participants are required to complete both parts to be eligible to win an award.

GUIDELINES See the following event specific guidelines: • PRODUCTION GUIDELINES A ONE-HOUR school-site production test will be administered at the local school site (state level only). A one-hour objective test will be administered at the conference (section and state levels). The school-site production test score will constitute 50 percent of the final event score; the objective test score will constitute 50 percent of the final event score.

JUDGING A panel of judges will evaluate the school-site production test on printed copy. The school-site production test score will be used to break ties. All decisions of the judges are final.

OBJECTIVE COMPETENCIES

PRODUCTION COMPETENCIES

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• Accounting: accounting cycle, financial statements, special applications, payroll and banking procedures, accounting process • Computation: problem-solving applications, mathematical • Career Development: career strategy • Economics and Personal Finance: personal decision making, managing finances and budgeting

financial statements corporate accounting ratios and analysis accounts receivable and payable budgeting and cash flow cost accounting/manufacturing purchases and sales journalizing and posting income tax payroll inventory plants assets and depreciation departmentalized accounting ethics partnerships

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financial statements bank reconciliation payroll trial balance journalizing inventory depreciation adjusting/closing entries

CAREER CLUSTERS: Business Management & Administration; Finance

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AGRIBUSINESS INDIVIDUAL EVENT—SECTION, STATE, AND NATIONAL COMPETITION This event recognizes FBLA members who demonstrate an understanding of and skill in basic agribusiness concepts and procedures.

ELIGIBILITY The participant may not have previously competed in this event at the national level. See the following eligibility guidelines: • * NUMBER OF ENTRIES † • NUMBER OF COMPETITORS ADVANCE TO STATE ‡ • WILD CARD SECTION STATE NATIONAL

Each local chapter may enter a minimum of three (3) members. * †

OVERVIEW A one-hour objective test will be administered based on the competencies listed.

OBJECTIVE COMPETENCIES

NBEA STANDARDS

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Accounting: accounting process, financial statements Economics & Personal Finance: managing finances and budgeting Entrepreneurship: management, business plans, aggregate supply and demand Management: business organization, financial decision making, technology, and information management Marketing: consumers and their behavior, external factors, marketing research

CAREER CLUSTERS: Agriculture, Food, and Natural Resources (AFNR)

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AMERICAN ENTERPRISE PROJECT EDWARD D. MILLER AWARD CHAPTER EVENT—STATE AND NATIONAL COMPETITION The Edward D. Miller Award recognizes FBLA chapters that develop projects within the school and/or community that increase understanding of and support for the American enterprise system by developing an information/education program.

ELIGIBILITY Members representing their chapters in the presentation component of this event may also compete in up to two individual and/or team events. STATE NATIONAL

Each local chapter may enter one entry authored by up to three (3) members. The top three (3) places in state competition will represent California at the National Leadership Conference.

OVERVIEW This event consists of two (2) parts: a prejudged report and a presentation component. Participants are required to complete all parts to be eligible to win an award. 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 event is not designed to raise money for the chapter. Rather, 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.

PREJUDGED GUIDELINES See the following event specific guidelines: • REPORT GUIDELINES • REPORT VERIFICATION FORM ONE (1) COPY of the report must be submitted online in PDF form via the online submission tool. See the SLC Conference Registration Guide for specified date and submission information. All participants in this event must be registered online for the SLC and have paid conference registration in order for this event to be judged.

FINALISTS The TOP FIVE (5) TEAMS with the highest prejudged report score will compete in the presentation portion of this event. An effort will be made to announce the finalists prior to the State Leadership Conference.

FINALS GUIDELINES See the following event specific guidelines: • PERFORMANCE GUIDELINES q Teams will have seven (7) minutes to describe the project and the results obtained. q Five (5) minutes will be allowed to set up and remove equipment or presentation items. q A timekeeper will stand at six (6) minutes and again at seven (7) minutes. When the presentation is finished, the timekeeper will record the time used, noting a deduction of five (5) points for any time over seven (7) minutes. q Following each presentation, the judges will conduct a three (3) minute question-answer period.

JUDGING A panel of judges will select the finalists before the State Leadership Conference. An effort will be made to use the same panel of judges at the conference. The prejudged report score will be used to break ties. All decisions of the judges are final.

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AMERICAN ENTERPRISE PROJECT EDWARD D. MILLER AWARD PROJECT COMPETENCIES

PERFORMANCE COMPETENCIES

NBEA STANDARDS

q arrange report logically and in proper business style q demonstrate good written communication skills q describe project development and implementation

q answer questions effectively q demonstrate ability to make a businesslike presentation q demonstrate effective verbal and communication skills q describe project development and implementation

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Communication: foundations, organizational Economics and Personal Finance: economic systems Entrepreneurship: economics Management: ethics and social responsibility, technology and information management

CAREER CLUSTERS: Business, Management and Administration; Information Technology

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BANKING & FINANCIAL SYSTEMS TEAM EVENT—STATE AND NATIONAL COMPETITION Understanding how financial institutions and financial consulting and advisory services operate is important to successful business ownership and management, as well as to personal financial success. This event provides recognition for FBLA members who demonstrate an understanding of and skill in the general operations of the various components of the financial service sector.

ELIGIBILITY No more than one (1) team member may have competed in this event at a prior NLC or have competed more than two (2) years at the national level. STATE NATIONAL

Each local chapter may enter one team composed of two (2) or three (3) members. The top three (3) places in state competition will represent California at the National Leadership Conference.

OVERVIEW This event consists of two (2) parts: an objective test and a role-play performance component. Participants are required to complete all parts to be eligible to win an award. A one-hour objective test will be administered based on the competencies listed. Team members will take one test collaboratively.

JUDGING A panel of judges will use the rating sheet to score participants. The objective test score will be used to break ties. All decisions of the judges are final.

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BANKING & FINANCIAL SYSTEMS OBJECTIVE COMPETENCIES

PERFORMANCE COMPETENCIES

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q demonstrate understanding of case q understand role of the judge as component of the presentation q provide introduction and overview q explain, discuss, describe recommendations q demonstrate critical thinking/reasoning skills q use correct grammar, tone, style q ability to make a professional presentation

• Accounting: financial statements, special applications • Career Development: career strategy • Computation: problem-solving applications • Economics and Personal Finance: banking, buying goods and services, role of government, markets and prices, saving and investing • Management: ethics and social responsibility, financial decision making

concepts and practices government regulation of financial services basic terminology impact of technology on financial services types and differences between various institutions q ethics q careers in financial services q taxation

CAREER CLUSTERS: Business, Management and Administration; Finance

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BUSINESS CALCULATIONS INDIVIDUAL EVENT—SECTION, STATE, AND NATIONAL COMPETITION Acquiring a high level of mathematics skill to solve business problems is a challenge for all prospective business employees. This event provides recognition for FBLA members who demonstrate an understanding of mathematical functions in business applications.

Each local chapter may enter a minimum of three (3) members. * †

OVERVIEW A one-hour objective test will be administered based on the competencies listed. Non-graphing calculators will be provided.

OBJECTIVE COMPETENCIES

NBEA STANDARDS

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• Accounting: special applications • Computation: mathematical foundations, number relationships and operations, problem-solving applications, statistics and probability

consumer credit mark-ups and discounts data analysis and reporting interest rates payroll investments taxes bank records insurance ratios and proportions depreciation inventory

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CAREER CLUSTER: Finance

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BUSINESS COMMUNICATION INDIVIDUAL EVENT—SECTION, STATE, AND NATIONAL COMPETITION Learning to communicate in a manner that is clearly understood by the receiver of the message is a major task of all business people. This event provides recognition for FBLA members who work toward improving their business communication skills of writing, speaking, and listening.

Each local chapter may enter a minimum of three (3) members. * †

OVERVIEW A one-hour objective test will be administered based on the competencies listed.

OBJECTIVE COMPETENCIES

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• Communication: foundations, employment, organizational

nonverbal and oral communication concepts communication concepts written and report application grammar reading comprehension editing and proofreading word definition and usage capitalization and punctuation spelling digital communications (e-mail, messaging, Netiquette)

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CAREER CLUSTER: Business, Management and Administration; Marketing

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BUSINESS ETHICS TEAM EVENT—STATE AND NATIONAL COMPETITION Ethical decisions are essential in the business world and the workplace. This team event recognizes FBLA members who demonstrate the ability to present solutions to ethical situations encountered in the business world and the workplace.

ELIGIBILITY No more than one (1) team member may have competed in this event at a prior NLC or have competed more than two (2) years at the national level. STATE NATIONAL

Each local chapter may enter one team composed of two (2) or three (3) members. The top three (3) places in state competition will represent California at the National Leadership Conference.

OVERVIEW This event consists of two (2) parts: a prejudged written synopsis on the given case study and a presentation component. Participants are required to complete all parts to be eligible to win an award.

CASE STUDY “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

PREJUDGED GUIDELINES See the following format guidelines: • FORMAT GUIDE q Student members (not advisers) must research case study and be prepared to present their findings and solutions. q A written synopsis cannot exceed 500 words. Include a reference section (not counted in the 500-word limit). q Each page must be labeled with the participants’ names, state, school, and event title at the upper left-hand corner. ONE (1) COPY of a prejudged written synopsis must be submitted online in PDF form via the online submission tool. See the SLC Conference Registration Guide for specified date and submission information. All participants in this event must be registered online for the SLC and have paid conference registration in order for this event to be judged.

FINALISTS The TOP TEN (10) TEAMS with the highest prejudged score will compete in the presentation portion of this event. An effort will be made to announce the finalists prior to the State Leadership Conference.

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BUSINESS ETHICS FINALS GUIDELINES See the following event specific guidelines: • PERFORMANCE GUIDELINES q Teams will have seven (7) minutes to describe the case study. q Five (5) minutes will be allowed to set up and remove equipment or presentation items. q A timekeeper will stand at six (6) minutes and again at seven (7) minutes. When the presentation is finished, the timekeeper will record the time used, noting a deduction of five (5) points for any time over seven (7) minutes. q Following each presentation, the judges will conduct a three (3) minute question-answer period.

REPORT COMPETENCIES

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arrange information logically follow formatting directions demonstrate correct spelling and grammar describe issues to be addressed

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Business Law: basics of the law Career Development: self-awareness Communication: foundations, organizational Information Technology: impact on society

CAREER CLUSTER: Business, Management and Administration

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BUSINESS FINANCIAL PLAN INDIVIDUAL OR TEAM EVENT—STATE AND NATIONAL COMPETITION Business financial planning is paramount to the success of any business enterprise. This event is designed to recognize FBLA members who possess the knowledge and skills needed to establish and develop a complete financial plan for a business venture. The financial plan requesting a loan from a financial institution must be economically and financially sound with a realistic time frame. In addition to learning and applying financial business decision-making skills, team participants develop business contacts, implement written and oral skills, and develop familiarity with procedures of financial institutions.

ELIGIBILITY No more than one (1) team member may have competed in this event at a prior NLC or have competed more than two (2) years at the national level. A participant may compete as an individual their first year. If competing a second year, the participant must be part of a team. STATE NATIONAL

Each local chapter may submit one entry authored by either an individual or a team of two (2) or three (3) members. The top three (3) places in state competition will represent California at the National Leadership Conference.

OVERVIEW This event consists of two (2) parts: a prejudged report and a presentation component. Participants are required to complete all parts to be eligible for an award.

TOPIC 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.

PREJUDGED GUIDELINES See the following event specific guidelines: • REPORT GUIDELINES ONE (1) COPY of the report must be submitted online in PDF form via the online submission tool. See the SLC Conference Registration Guide for specified date and submission information. All participants in this event must be registered online for the SLC and have paid conference registration in order for this event to be judged.

FINALISTS The TOP FIVE (5) INDIVIDUALS OR TEAMS with the highest prejudged score will compete in the presentation portion of this event. An effort will be made to announce the finalists prior to the State Leadership Conference.

FINALS GUIDELINES See the following event specific guidelines: • PERFORMANCE GUIDELINES q Individuals or teams will have seven (7) minutes to describe the topic. q Five (5) minutes will be allowed to set up and remove equipment or presentation items. q A timekeeper will stand at six (6) minutes and again at seven (7) minutes. When the presentation is finished, the timekeeper will record the time used, noting a deduction of five (5) points for any time over seven (7) minutes. q Following each presentation, the judges will conduct a three (3) minute question-answer period.

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BUSINESS FINANCIAL PLAN JUDGING A panel of judges will select the finalists before the State Leadership Conference. An effort will be made to use the same panel of judges at the conference. The prejudged report score will be used to break ties. All decisions of the judges are final.

REPORT COMPETENCIES

PERFORMANCE COMPETENCIES

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• Accounting: financial statements, special applications, interpretation and use of data • Communication: foundations, organizational • Computation: statistics and probability, problem-solving applications • Economics and Personal Finance: allocation of resources, markets and prices, banking, buying goods and services • Management: management functions, financial decision making

identify appropriate type of loan complete an application for a loan provide justification for loan selected write report in appropriate business style demonstrate correct spelling and grammar

articulate need for the loan explain process of applying for a loan explain type of loan demonstrate good communication skills demonstrate ability to make a professional presentation q effectively answer questions

CAREER CLUSTERS: Business, Management and Administration; Finance

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BUSINESS LAW INDIVIDUAL EVENT—SECTION, STATE, AND NATIONAL COMPETITION This event provides recognition for FBLA members who are familiar with specific legal areas that most commonly affect personal and business relationships.

Each local chapter may enter a minimum of three (3) members. * †

OVERVIEW A one-hour objective test will be administered based on the competencies listed.

OBJECTIVE COMPETENCIES

NBEA STANDARDS

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• Business Law: basics of the law, contract law, commercial paper, insurance, bankruptcy, property law, computer law, wills and trusts, domestic relations • International Business: global business environment • Economics and Personal Finance: using credit, protecting against risk

legal system contracts and sales business organization property laws agency and employment laws negotiable instruments, insurance, secured transactions, bankruptcy q consumer and product/personal liability q computer law q domestic and personal law

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CAREER CLUSTERS: Business, Management & Administration

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BUSINESS MATH INDIVIDUAL EVENT—SECTION, STATE, AND NATIONAL COMPETITION Acquiring the ability to solve common business mathematical problems is a basic skill needed by all prospective business employees. This event provides recognition for FBLA members who have an understanding of basic math functions needed in business.

ELIGIBILITY FBLA members currently enrolled in grades 7-10 are eligible to compete in this event. If a student in grades 7 or 8 places first, second, or third at the State Leadership Conference, he/she cannot compete at the national level per national eligibility guidelines. The participant may not have previously competed in this event or Business Calculations at the national level. See the following eligibility guidelines: • * NUMBER OF ENTRIES † • NUMBER OF COMPETITORS ADVANCE TO STATE ‡ • WILD CARD SECTION STATE NATIONAL

Each local chapter may enter a minimum of three (3) members. * †

OVERVIEW A one-hour objective test will be administered based on the competencies listed. Non-graphing calculators will be provided. A “proof of grade level” for each participant in this event (except middle school members) must be mailed with the registration materials for the Section Conference. A “proof of grade level” for a wild card entry must be mailed with the registration materials for the State Leadership Conference. GRADE LEVEL MUST BE HIGHLIGHTED OR CIRCLED.

OBJECTIVE COMPETENCIES

NBEA STANDARDS

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• Computation: mathematical foundations, number relationships and operations, problem-solving applications

basic math concepts consumer credit data analysis and probability fractions percentages discounts decimals

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CAREER CLUSTER: Business, Management & Administration; Finance

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BUSINESS PLAN INDIVIDUAL OR TEAM EVENT—STATE AND NATIONAL COMPETITION Business plans are an effective tool for evaluating, organizing, and selling a new business concept. A well-developed business plan can be a key component of a successful business start-up. This event recognizes FBLA members who demonstrate an understanding and mastery of the process required in developing and implementing a new business venture.

OVERVIEW This event consists of two (2) parts: a prejudged report and a presentation component. Participants are required to complete all parts to be eligible for an award.

REPORT CONTENT Business plans must not have been in operation for a period exceeding 12 months before the NLC. Reports should not be submitted that evaluate ongoing business ventures. An effective business plan should include the following information: • EXECUTIVE SUMMARY. Provides a brief synopsis of the key points and strengths included in the plan. Convinces the reader to read the rest of the report. • COMPANY DESCRIPTION. Includes the basic details of the business. Provides an overview of the business, its location, and its legal structure and organization. • INDUSTRY ANALYSIS. Provides an analysis of the larger industry to which the business will belong. Analyzes key trends and players in the industry. Demonstrates an understanding and awareness of external business conditions. • TARGET MARKET. Provides a brief overview of the nature and accessibility of the target market. • COMPETITIVE ANALYSIS. Includes an honest and complete analysis of the business’ competition. Demonstrates an understanding of the business’ relative strengths and weaknesses. • MARKETING PLAN AND SALES STRATEGY. Demonstrates how the business’ product or service will be marketed and sold. Includes both strategic and tactical elements of the marketing and sales approach. • OPERATIONS. Provides an overview of the way the business will operate on a day-to-day basis. Includes production processes, physical facility reviews, use of technology, and processes followed to ensure delivery of products or services. • MANAGEMENT AND ORGANIZATION. Describes the key participants in the new business venture. Identifies the human resources the business can draw upon either as part of the management team, employee pool, consultants, directors, or advisers and the role each will play in the business’ development. Discusses compensation and incentives and details decision-making processes. • LONG-TERM DEVELOPMENT. Gives a clear vision for where the business will be in three, five, or more years. Demonstrates an honest and complete evaluation of the business’ potential for success and failure. Identifies priorities for directing future business activities. • FINANCIALS. Indicates the accounting methodology to be used by the business. Discusses any assumptions made in projecting future financial results. Presents projections honestly and conservatively. • APPENDIX. In addition, many business plans include copies of key supporting documents (e.g., certifications, licenses, tax requirements, codes) in an appendix. Other examples of these types of documents might include letters of intent or advance contracts, product technical descriptions and/or illustrations, endorsements, and the like.

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BUSINESS PLAN FINALISTS The TOP FIVE (5) INDIVIDUALS OR TEAMS with the highest prejudged score will compete in the presentation portion of this event. An effort will be made to announce the finalists prior to the State Leadership Conference.

FINALS GUIDELINES See the following event specific guidelines: • PERFORMANCE GUIDELINES q Individuals or teams will have seven (7) minutes to describe the report. q Five (5) minutes will be allowed to set up and remove equipment or presentation items. q A timekeeper will stand at six (6) minutes and again at seven (7) minutes. When the presentation is finished, the timekeeper will record the time used, noting a deduction of five (5) points for any time over seven (7) minutes. q Following each presentation, the judges will conduct a three (3) minute question-answer period.

REPORT COMPETENCIES

PERFORMANCE COMPETENCIES

NBEA STANDARDS

q identify business q provide information on market, analysis, organization, and development of the business q write report in appropriate business style q spelling and grammar correct

q demonstrate good verbal communication skills q voice projection and diction appropriate for presentation q articulate need for the proposed business q explain process of preparing a business plan q identify obstacles for the owner or business q explain lessons learned q effectively answer questions

• Accounting: accounting process, financial statements, special applications • Career Development: workplace expectations • Communication: foundations, organizational, technological • Economics and Personal Finance: markets and prices, managing finance and budgeting, protecting against risk • Entrepreneurship: management, business plans • Management: business organization, financial decision making • Marketing: consumers and their behavior, marketing plan CAREER CLUSTERS: Business, Management and Administration; Finance; Marketing

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BUSINESS PRESENTATION INDIVIDUAL OR TEAM EVENT—STATE AND NATIONAL COMPETITION Using technology to support a presentation can significantly enhance a business leader's effectiveness. This event provides recognition for FBLA members who demonstrate the ability to deliver an effective business presentation while using multimedia presentation technology.

OVERVIEW This event consists of two (2) parts: a prejudged written synopsis and a presentation component. Participants are required to complete all parts to be eligible for an award.

CASE STUDY 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, costs, and tax implications will likely impact their businesses.

PREJUDGED GUIDELINES See the following format guidelines: • FORMAT GUIDE q Student members (not advisers) must research the case study and be prepared to present their findings and solutions. q A written synopsis cannot exceed 500 words. Include a reference section (not counted in the 500-word limit). q Each page must be labeled with the participants’ names, state, school, and event title at the upper left-hand corner. ONE (1) COPY of a prejudged written synopsis must be submitted online in PDF form via the online submission tool. See the SLC Conference Registration Guide for specified date and submission information. All participants in this event must be registered online for the SLC and have paid conference registration in order for this event to be judged.

FINALISTS The TOP TEN (10) INDIVIDUALS OR TEAMS with the highest prejudged score will compete in the presentation portion of this event. An effort will be made to announce the finalists prior to the State Leadership Conference.

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BUSINESS PRESENTATION FINALS GUIDELINES See the following event specific guidelines: • COPYRIGHT AND FAIR USE INFORMATION • PERFORMANCE GUIDELINES q Individuals or teams will have seven (7) minutes to describe the case study. q Five (5) minutes will be allowed to set up and remove equipment or presentation items. q A timekeeper will stand at six (6) minutes and again at seven (7) minutes. When the presentation is finished, the timekeeper will record the time used, noting a deduction of five (5) points for any time over seven (7) minutes. q Following each presentation, the judges will conduct a three (3) minute question-answer period.

REPORT COMPETENCIES

PERFORMANCE COMPETENCIES

NBEA STANDARDS

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q create an informative presentation on topic given q arrange presentation logically q use effective and efficient layout and design q demonstrate good verbal communication skills

• Communication: technological, organizational • Information Technology: application software, input technologies, information retrieval

arrange information logically follow formatting directions demonstrate correct spelling and grammar describe research topic

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BUSINESS PROCEDURES INDIVIDUAL EVENT—SECTION, STATE, AND NATIONAL COMPETITION Competency in performing daily tasks is a necessity in business. This event provides recognition for FBLA members who possess knowledge of basic skills and procedures and the ability to make intelligent business decisions.

Each local chapter may enter a minimum of three (3) members. * †

OVERVIEW A one-hour objective test will be administered based on the competencies listed.

OBJECTIVE COMPETENCIES

NBEA STANDARDS

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• Career Development: workplace expectations, career strategy § Communication: foundations, employment, organizational § Computation: problem-solving applications § Economics and Personal Finance: personal decision making § Information Technology: database management systems, information technology and major business functions, privacy and ethics

human relations technology concepts business operations communication skills information processing decision making career development database management ethics and safety finance

CAREER CLUSTERS: Business, Management and Administration; Information Technology

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CLIENT SERVICE INDIVIDUAL EVENT—STATE AND NATIONAL COMPETITION This event provides members with an opportunity to develop and demonstrate skills in interacting with internal and external clients to provide an outstanding client service experience. The client service consultant engages clients in conversations regarding products, handles inquiries, solves problems, and uncovers opportunities for additional assistance. Participants develop speaking ability and poise through presentation as well as critical thinking skills.

Each local chapter may enter one (1) member. The top three (3) places in state competition will represent California at the National Leadership Conference.

OVERVIEW This event consists of an interactive simulation related to client service.

PRELIMINARY GUIDELINES See the following event specific guidelines: • PERFORMANCE GUIDELINES • SEQUESTERED GUIDELINES q Preliminary role-play performances are not open to conference attendees. q Participants will be divided into four (4) or five (5) groups depending on the number of participants. q All participants will be sequestered to receive instructions and time assignments. q Ten (10) minutes before the role-play performance, each participant will be taken to the preparation room to receive the scenario. q Two (2) 4” x 6” note cards will be provided for each participant and may be used during the preparation and role-play performance. Information may be written on both sides of the note cards. Note cards will be collected following the performance. q The team has a total of five (5) minutes to interact with a panel of judges and demonstrate how he/she would solve the problem. The judges will play the role of the second party in the presentation and will refer to the case for specifics. This is a role-play event. q A timekeeper will stand at four (4) minutes and again at seven (5) minutes at which time the presentation must end.

FINALISTS If there are four preliminary rounds, the top three (3) from each round will advance to the finals making twelve (12) finalists. If there are five preliminary rounds, the top two (2) from each round will advance to the finals making ten (10) finalists. Finalists will be posted outside of the competitive events headquarters at the State Leadership Conference.

FINALS GUIDELINES See the following event specific guidelines: • PERFORMANCE GUIDELINES • SEQUESTERED GUIDELINES q Final role-play performances are open to conference attendees, who are not participants in the final round of this event. q Finals Guidelines are the same as the preliminary guidelines described above.

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CLIENT SERVICE JUDGING A panel of judges will use the rating sheet to score participants. All decisions of the judges are final.

PERFORMANCE COMPETENCIES

NBEA STANDARDS

q demonstrate good communication and listening skills q translate case into effective, efficient, and spontaneous action q demonstrate good decision-making and problem-solving skills q show a positive and professional demeanor q provide ways for client to solve their own problem q resolve conflict resolution

• Career Development: workplace expectations • Communication: foundations, employment

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COMMUNITY SERVICE PROJECT DORIS LOWE MEMORIAL AWARD CHAPTER EVENT—STATE AND NATIONAL COMPETITION The Doris Lowe Memorial Award recognizes FBLA chapters that successfully implement community service projects to serve the citizens of their community.

ELIGIBILITY Members representing their chapters in the oral presentation portion of this event may also compete in up to two individual and/or team events. STATE NATIONAL

Each local chapter may enter one entry authored by up to three (3) members. The top three (3) places in state competition will represent California at the National Leadership Conference.

OVERVIEW This event consists of two (2) parts: a prejudged report and a presentation component. Participants are required to complete all parts to be eligible to win an award. 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.

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COMMUNITY SERVICE PROJECT DORIS LOWE MEMORIAL AWARD PROJECT COMPETENCIES

PERFORMANCE COMPETENCIES

NBEA STANDARDS

q arrange report logically and in proper business style q demonstrate good written communication skills q describe project development and implementation

• Communication: foundations, technological • Management: technology and information management • Marketing: marketing plan

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COMPUTER APPLICATIONS INDIVIDUAL EVENT—SECTION, STATE, AND NATIONAL COMPETITION Knowledge of computer applications is a necessity in today's high-tech business world. Employees must be able to apply various computer applications in a business environment utilizing critical thinking and decision-making skills. This event provides recognition for FBLA members who can most efficiently demonstrate computer application skills.

ELIGIBILITY The participant may not have previously competed in this event at the national level. SECTION STATE NATIONAL

Each local chapter may enter a maximum of three (3) members. A maximum of the top five (5) places from section competition will represent their section at the State Leadership Conference. The top three (3) places in state competition will represent California at the National Leadership Conference.

OVERVIEW This event consists of two (2) parts: a school-site production test and an objective test. Participants are required to complete all parts to be eligible to win an award.

PREJUDGED GUIDELINES See the following event specific guidelines: • PRODUCTION GUIDELINES A TWO-HOUR school-site production test will be administered at the local school site. A one-hour objective test will be administered at the conference. The school-site production test score will constitute 85 percent of the final event score; the objective test score will constitute 15 percent of the final event score.

JUDGING A panel of judges will evaluate the production test on printed copy. The school-site production test score will be used to break ties. All decisions of the judges are final.

OBJECTIVE COMPETENCIES

PRODUCTION COMPETENCIES

NBEA STANDARDS

q basic computer terminology and concepts q presentation, publishing and multimedia applications q security q basic application knowledge and word processing q e-mail, integrated and collaboration applications q netiquette and legal q spreadsheet and database applications q formatting, grammar, punctuation, spelling, and proofreading

q database—creating a database; applying various functions such as searching, querying, etc. q spreadsheets—applying functions such as move, combine, format, creating and applying formulas q presentation—preparing text slides with graphics q business graphics—bar, line, pie, exploded pie, stacked bar q word processing—letters, memorandums, tables, reports, or other type of word processing problems

• Communication: technological, foundations • Information Technology: impact on society, information retrieval, privacy and ethics, database management system, computer architecture, operating systems, environment and utilities, input technology, application software

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COMPUTER GAME & SIMULATION PROGRAMMING INDIVIDUAL OR TEAM EVENT—STATE AND NATIONAL COMPETITION Interactive computer games and simulations have achieved broad acceptance and implementation in a wide variety of business and educational disciplines. Buried within many of these programs is a message that advances the player’s experience from simple entertainment to edutainment. This event tests the programmer’s skill in designing a functional interactive simulation/game that will both entertain and educate/inform the player.

Each local chapter may submit one entry created by either an individual or a team of two (2) or three (3) members. The top three (3) places in state competition will represent California at the National Leadership Conference.

OVERVIEW This event consists of two (2) parts: a prejudged program on the given topic and a presentation component. Participants are required to complete all parts to be eligible for an award.

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).

PREJUDGED GUIDELINES See the following event specific guidelines: • STATEMENT OF ASSURANCE • COPYRIGHT AND FAIR USE INFORMATION q Student members (not advisers) must produce the program. q Individuals or teams may choose any programming language or game/animation engine to create a stand-alone executable program that will display creativity, programming skill, and convey the message of the topic. q The program must contain minimally the following: • Minimum of five missions/tasks/levels to be completed before winning or completing the game. • Must be graphical in nature, not text based. • An initial title page with the game title, user interface control instructions, and active buttons for play and quit. • A quit command programmed to the escape key. This is needed if the player wants to end the game before completing. q All data and programs should be contained in a master folder named STATE_SCHOOL, where your state and school are listed in that folder name format. Outside of the master folder, create a shortcut to the executable file. If the program requires a runtime player, create a shortcut outside the master folder to launch the runtime player installer. q Program must run on Windows XP or higher computer. q Data must be free of viruses/malware. Any entry with contaminated data will not be judged. THREE (3) DVDs or USB FLASH DRIVES containing the executable program files (labeled with the participant’s names, state, school, and event title) and programming code (text or flowchart; must be opened using Microsoft Office), and THREE (3) COPIES of the STATEMENT OF ASSURANCE must be submitted to the SLC conference chair or designee. See the SLC Conference Registration Guide for the specified date and submission information. All participants in this event must be registered online for the SLC and have paid conference registration in order for this event to be judged.

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COMPUTER GAME & SIMULATION PROGRAMMING FINALISTS The TOP FIVE (5) INDIVIDUALS OR TEAMS with the highest prejudged score will compete in the presentation portion of this event. An effort will be made to announce the finalists prior to the State Leadership Conference.

FINALS GUIDELINES See the following event specific guidelines: • PERFORMANCE GUIDELINES q Individuals or teams will have seven (7) minutes to present the topic. q Five (5) minutes will be allowed to set up and remove equipment or presentation items. q A timekeeper will stand at six (6) minutes and again at seven (7) minutes. When the presentation is finished, the timekeeper will record the time used, noting a deduction of five (5) points for any time over seven (7) minutes. q Following each presentation, the judges will conduct a three (3) minute question-answer period.

JUDGING A panel of judges will select the finalists before the State Leadership Conference. An effort will be made to use the same panel of judges at the conference. The prejudged program score will be used to break ties. All decisions of the judges are final.

PROJECT COMPETENCIES

PERFORMANCE COMPETENCIES

NBEA STANDARDS

q program addresses the topic and is appropriate for the audience q required information is effectively communicated q user interface is intuitive and responsive to program operations q navigation is logical and designed to lead the player to the intended objective q program demonstrates a finished and well tuned product free of artifacts and glitches q gameplay incorporates both entertainment and edutainment play within topic specifications q game world graphics, text treatment, and special effects show creativity and cohesiveness of design q artistry, character, overall layout, color choice and design is creative and appealing to the target audience q program contains some element of skill, chance, competition or random actions that will inspire replay more than once q player interactions with other characters, objects, obstacles and iconic graphics are appropriate to the topic and create a feeling of immersion within the game world q storyline is sufficient to engage player and communicate a clear thought process and an intended, planned direction with formulation and execution of a firm idea q player tasks are non-trivial and receive appropriate rewards q copyright laws are followed

q explanation of the program is logical and systematic q understanding of the programming logic and coding is evident q design process effectively communicated q tips, techniques, and tools used are presented including identifying the most difficult programming task(s) completed and explanation of the scenario/logic used to overcome and implement these tasks q professional presentation q self-confidence apparent through knowledge of content and articulation of ideas q effectively answers questions

• Information Technology: computer architecture; operating systems, environments, and utilities; systems analysis and design; communications and networking infrastructures; network applications • Management; technology and information management

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COMPUTER PROBLEM SOLVING INDIVIDUAL EVENT—SECTION, STATE, AND NATIONAL COMPETITION Having a broad base of knowledge and competencies in core hardware and operating system technologies including installation, configuration, diagnostics, preventative maintenance, and basic networking is an important element for today’s computer savvy individual.

Each local chapter may enter a minimum of three (3) members. * †

A minimum of the top five (5) places from section competition will represent their section at the State Leadership Conference. This ‡ event qualifies for a wild card entry. The top three (3) winners in state competition will represent California at the National Leadership Conference.

OVERVIEW A one-hour objective test will be administered based on the competencies listed.

OBJECTIVE COMPETENCIES

NBEA STANDARDS

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• Information Technology: computer architecture; operating systems, environments, and utilities; application software

personal computer components operating systems laptop and portable devices networks security safety and environmental issues printers and scanners

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CREED INDIVIDUAL EVENT—SECTION AND STATE COMPETITION ONLY The FBLA Creed Contest is designed to foster oratorical and thinking skills of students in presenting the FBLA Creed verbatim, using techniques of public speaking presentations.

ELIGIBILITY FBLA members currently enrolled in grades 7-10 are eligible to compete in this event. A participant who has placed first at the State Leadership Conference may not compete again. SECTION STATE

Each local chapter may enter one (1) member. The first place winner in section competition will represent his or her section at the State Leadership Conference. The first place winner will be notified prior to reciting the FBLA Creed at the Awards of Excellence Program.

OVERVIEW This event consists of reciting the FBLA Creed. A “proof of grade level” for each participant in this event (except middle school members) must be mailed with the registration materials for the Section Conference. GRADE LEVEL MUST BE HIGHLIGHTED OR CIRCLED.

FBLA CREED I believe education is the right of every person. I believe the future depends on mutual understanding and cooperation among business, industry, labor, religious, family and educational institutions, as well as people around the world. I agree to do my utmost to bring about understanding and cooperation among all of these groups. I believe every person should prepare for a useful occupation and carry on that occupation in a manner that brings the greatest good to the greatest number. I believe every person should actively work toward improving social, political, community and family life. I believe every person has the right to earn a living at a useful occupation. I believe every person should take responsibility for carrying out assigned tasks in a manner that brings credit to self, associates, school and community. I believe I have the responsibility to work efficiently and to think clearly. I promise to use my abilities to make the world a better place for everyone.

GUIDELINES See the following event specific guidelines: • PERFORMANCE GUIDELINES q The FBLA Creed must be memorized using spoken English only and presented verbatim. q No reference materials or visual aids may be used. q Participants may not have any physical contact (e.g., handshake) with the judges. q No audience is allowed for this event.

JUDGING A panel of judges will use the rating sheet to score participants. All decisions of the judges are final.

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CYBER SECURITY INDIVIDUAL EVENT—SECTION, STATE, AND NATIONAL COMPETITION With the increased use of the Internet for browsing, researching, information gathering, and e-commerce, information and cyber security has become a growing concern for businesses throughout our global economy. This event recognizes FBLA members who understand security needs for technology.

Each local chapter may enter a minimum of three (3) members. * †

OVERVIEW A one-hour objective test will be administered based on the competencies listed.

OBJECTIVE COMPETENCIES

NBEA STANDARDS

q computer attacks (e.g. virus, spam, spyware, trojans, hijackers, worms) q network security q e-mail security q firewalls q intrusion detection q public key q authentication q disaster recovery q physical security q forensics security q cryptography

• Information Technology: application software, input technologies, information technology and major business functions, network applications, privacy and ethics

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DATABASE DESIGN & APPLICATIONS INDIVIDUAL EVENT—SECTION, STATE, AND NATIONAL COMPETITION Databases are necessary to organize data and information in business. This event recognizes FBLA members who demonstrate that they have acquired entrylevel skills for understanding database usage and development in business.

ELIGIBILITY The participant may not have previously competed in this event at the national level. SECTION STATE NATIONAL

OVERVIEW This event consists of two (2) parts: a school-site production test and an objective test. Participants are required to complete all parts to be eligible to win an award.

GUIDELINES See the following event specific guidelines: • PRODUCTION GUIDELINES A ONE-HOUR school-site production test will be administered at the local school site. A one-hour objective test will be administered at the conference. The school-site production test score will constitute 85 percent of the final event score; the objective test score will constitute 15 percent of the final event score.

JUDGING A panel of judges will evaluate the production test on printed copy. The school-site production test score will be used to break ties. All decisions of the judges are final.

OBJECTIVE COMPETENCIES

PRODUCTION COMPETENCIES

NBEA STANDARDS

q data definitions/terminology q query development/SQL q table relationships (include referential integrity) q normalization of data q advanced queries (joins and unions, subqueries)

q design of multiple table databases (selection of tables, fields, and data types, ER diagrams, relationships) q creation of tables and inserting data into tables q development of single table SQL statements q development of multiple table SQL statements q creation of forms/reports

• Computation: problem-solving applications • Information Technology: information technology and major business functions, application software, input technologies information retrieval, database management systems CAREER CLUSTERS: Business, Management and Administration; Information Technology

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DESKTOP APPLICATION PROGRAMMING INDIVIDUAL EVENT—STATE AND NATIONAL COMPETITION Certain types of accounting processes require that each record in the file be processed. Desktop Application Programming focuses on these procedural style processing systems. This event tests the programmer’s skill in designing a useful, efficient, and effective program in the area described below.

ELIGIBILITY A participant may not have previously competed in this event at the national level. STATE NATIONAL

Each local chapter may enter a maximum of three (3) members. The top three (3) places in state competition will represent California at the National Leadership Conference.

OVERVIEW The event consists of two (2) parts: a prejudged program based on given topic and a presentation component. Participants are required to complete all parts to be eligible for an award.

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/add-ons 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 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

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DESKTOP APPLICATION PROGRAMMING CASE STUDY (CONTINUED) 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 WORK- SHOPS data file) • Participant ID (populated from the PARTICI- PANTS data file)

PREJUDGED GUIDELINES See the following event specific guidelines: • STATEMENT OF ASSURANCE • COPYRIGHT AND FAIR USE INFORMATION q Student members (not advisers) must produce the program. q Individuals or teams may choose any programming language program. q The program should run the following reports which should be viewable on screen and in print with the specifications listed for each report: • All conference participants filtered by conference (i.e. select conference and only see associated records) sorted by each of the following: o participant type, last name o chapter number, participant type, last name (i.e. generate a chapter registration confirmation—each chapter should begin on a new page) • Participant list for each workshop sorted by last name (each workshop should begin on a new page) • Participant schedule showing all pre-registered workshops, opening and closing sessions, and other major conference events (suggested formats include grid/matrix or agenda—each participant should begin on a new page) q Program must run on Windows XP or higher computer. q Data must be free of viruses/malware. Any entry with contaminated data will not be judged. THREE (3) DVDs or USB FLASH DRIVES containing the executable program files (labeled with the participant’s names, state, school, and event title) and programming code (text or flowchart; must be opened using Microsoft Office), and THREE (3) COPIES of the STATEMENT OF ASSURANCE must be submitted to the SLC conference chair or designee. See the SLC Conference Registration Guide for the specified date and submission information. All participants in this event must be registered online for the SLC and have paid conference registration in order for this event to be judged.

FINALISTS The TOP FIVE (5) INDIVIDUALS with the highest prejudged score will compete in the performance portion of this event. An effort will be made to announce the finalists prior to the State Leadership Conference.

FINALS GUIDELINES See the following event specific guidelines: • PERFORMANCE GUIDELINES q Individuals will have seven (7) minutes to describe the program. q Five (5) minutes will be allowed to set up and remove equipment or presentation items. q A timekeeper will stand at six (6) minutes and again at seven (7) minutes. When the presentation is finished, the timekeeper will record the time used, noting a deduction of five (5) points for any time over seven (7) minutes. q Following each presentation, the judges will conduct a three (3) minute question-answer period.

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DESKTOP APPLICATION PROGRAMMING JUDGING A panel of judges will select the finalists before the State Leadership Conference. An effort will be made to use the same panel of judges at the conference. The prejudged program score will be used to break ties. All decisions of the judges are final.

PROJECT COMPETENCIES

PERFORMANCE COMPETENCIES

NBEA STANDARDS

q development of topic is logical and creative q code is commented at appropriate points q interface is a logical arrangement and contains all necessary information q program runs without error

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DESKTOP PUBLISHING INDIVIDUAL OR TEAM EVENT—STATE AND NATIONAL COMPETITION Knowledge of desktop publishing is vital in many aspects of today’s visual business publications. This event provides recognition to FBLA members who can most effectively demonstrate skills in the areas of desktop publishing, creativity, and decision-making.

ELIGIBILITY No more than one (1) team member may have competed in this event at a prior NLC. STATE NATIONAL

Each local chapter may submit one entry created by either an individual or a team of two (2) members. The top three (3) places in state competition will represent California at the National Leadership Conference.

OVERVIEW This event consists of two (2) parts: a production project based on the given topic and an objective test. Participants are required to complete all parts to be eligible to win an award.

TOPIC 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. The promotional summary for the novel is as follows: Two star-cross’d lovers meet in the blossoming Southeast Asian landscape during an historic era of great political upheaval. Their romantic circumstance, though secret, drives them to take up refuge in the dark, mysterious Khmer jungle where, according to local folklore, the mythic white and yellow tigers convened to make peace with the world. As a consequence of their generational divide, their recluse reflects the external turmoil, igniting furious tensions over social expectation and meaningful, productive existence. As the climate, both political and emotional, slides from their grip, the space in which they hoped peace would manifest becomes a sight for intense reckoning. Reviews from major publishers and syndicated news sources include: “Never have I been so wrenched by a novel. The essence of poetry in the most tumultuous of moments literally stole my breath.” – Mark Golden, The Associated Print “Mr. Li is on to something here. He crafts a political discourse that should be read by every young person confronting the world on a grand scale. Definitely a worthy addition to every high school summer reading list.” – Kathy Murphy, Harper and Lee Publishing “A tale of the ages.” “A true classic. Mr. Li establishes himself as the foremost voice of his generation. His prose and poised composition of political conflict intertwined with environmental and social dialogues yields a striking narrative comparative to the Transcendentalists of the nineteenth century.” – Kelly Page, The Literary Scholar “Tantalizing. The exotic backdrops and poignant detail tell a terrifying tale of individuals responding to political disintegration in the only way they know they can. You experience pure human emotion in Mr. Li’s work.” – Al Samuels, University Press and Co. “His crafty diction subjects each of his characters’ to a mysterious, almost sinister representation of human conditions. Every object from the main characters to the architecture of each precipice comments on the astounding nature of our existence. We need more writers like Li who can compose such relevant discourses on art and human nature.” [Insert short author biography]

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DESKTOP PUBLISHING PREJUDGED GUIDELINES A one-hour objective test will be administered at the conference. Team members will take one test collaboratively. The production project score will constitute 85 percent of the final event score; the objective test score will constitute 15 percent of the final event score. ONE (1) COPY of the production project must be submitted to the SLC conference chair or designee. See the SLC Conference Registration Guide for the specified date and submission information. All participants in this event must be registered online for the SLC and have paid conference registration in order for this event to be judged.

JUDGING A panel of judges will evaluate the production project on printed copy. The production project score will be used to break ties. All decisions of the judges are final.

OBJECTIVE COMPETENCIES

PRODUCTION COMPETENCIES

NBEA STANDARDS

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q documents address topic and are appropriate for the audience q required information is effectively communicated q graphics, text treatment, and special effects show creativity and cohesiveness of design q appropriate selection of fonts and type sizes q overall layout and design is creative and appealing q final product indicates a clear thought process and an intended, planned direction with formulation and execution of a firm idea

• Communication: foundations, technological • Information Technology: information technology and major business functions, application software, input technologies, information retrieval

basic desktop terminology and concepts related desktop application knowledge digital imaging and graphics desktop layout rules and standards safety, ethics, and legal issues print process message presentation, accuracy, and proofreading

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DIGITAL DESIGN & PROMOTION INDIVIDUAL OR TEAM EVENT—STATE AND NATIONAL COMPETITION An essential part of today’s business world is commercial design and promotion; therefore, the preparation of computer-based digital art is paramount to the production of quality copy used for promotional purposes.

OVERVIEW This event consists of two (2) parts: a prejudged project based on the given topic and a presentation component. Participants are required to complete all parts to be eligible for an award.

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)

PREJUDGED GUIDELINES See the following event specific guidelines: • STATEMENT OF ASSURANCE • COPYRIGHT AND FAIR USE INFORMATION q Student members (not advisers) must prepare projects. q Participants should place emphasis on graphic interpretation of the topic and design. q You may not use any words, diagrams, clipart, and/or artwork that are not public domain. q Logo must be saved in PDF, JPEG, GIF, or EPS. q Graphics should not be computer generated. THREE (3) DVDs or USB FLASH DRIVES containing the executable project files (labeled with the participant’s names, state, school, and event title) and THREE (3) COPIES of the STATEMENT OF ASSURANCE must be submitted to the SLC conference chair or designee. See the SLC Conference Registration Guide for the specified date and submission information. All participants in this event must be registered online for the SLC and have paid conference registration in order for this event to be judged.

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DIGITAL DESIGN & PROMOTION FINALISTS The TOP FIVE (5) INDIVIDUALS OR TEAMS with the highest prejudged score will compete in the performance portion of this event. An effort will be made to announce the finalists prior to the State Leadership Conference.

FINALS GUIDELINES See the following event specific guidelines: • PERFORMANCE GUIDELINES q Individuals or teams will have seven (7) minutes to present their project. q Five (5) minutes will be allowed to set up and remove equipment or presentation items. q A timekeeper will stand at six (6) minutes and again at seven (7) minutes. When the presentation is finished, the timekeeper will record the time used, noting a deduction of five (5) points for any time over seven (7) minutes. q Following each presentation, the judges will conduct a three (3) minute question-answer period.

JUDGING A panel of judges will select the finalists before the State Leadership Conference. An effort will be made to use the same panel of judges at the conference. The prejudged project score will be used to break ties. All decisions of the judges are final.

PROJECT COMPETENCIES

PERFORMANCE COMPETENCIES

NBEA STANDARDS

q create a digital design promotional logo and tag line for given topic q demonstrate appropriate graphic design rules q show creativity and cohesiveness of design and tag line q develop creative and appealing layout and design q use appropriate artwork and design techniques to address the given topic q use effective colors, layout, and design

q answer questions effectively q demonstrate ability to make a businesslike presentation q demonstrate good decision making and problem solving skills q demonstrate good verbal communication skills q describe project development and implementation q explain content logically and systematically

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Career Development Communication: technological Marketing: promotion and sales Information Technology: graphic design

CAREER CLUSTERS: Business, Management and Administration; Information Technology; Marketing

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DIGITAL VIDEO PRODUCTION INDIVIDUAL OR TEAM EVENT—STATE AND NATIONAL COMPETITION Digital video has become a prominent and effective way of conveying new ideas and products. This event provides recognition for FBLA members who demonstrate the ability to create an effective video to present an idea to a specific audience.

OVERVIEW This event consists of two (2) parts: a prejudged project based on the given topic and a presentation component. Participants are required to complete all parts to be eligible for an award.

TOPIC Create a video on the importance of green practices (e.g., energy efficiency, hybrid technology, building certifications, etc.).

PREJUDGED GUIDELINES See the following event specific guidelines: • STATEMENT OF ASSURANCE • COPYRIGHT AND FAIR USE INFORMATION q Student members (not advisers) must prepare project. q Videos should be between two (2) and four (4) minutes in length. q Videos may use any method to capture or create moving images. q Videos must be uploaded to YouTube or SchoolTube, marked unlisted with comments disabled. q The description area of the video must contain copyright information as well as the participant’s names, state, school, and event. q Participants should place emphasis on graphic interpretation of the topic and design. ONE (1) COPY of the STATEMENT OF ASSURANCE must include an active URL link to be submitted to the SLC conference chair or designee. See the SLC Conference Registration Guide for the specified date and submission information. All participants in this event must be registered online for the SLC and have paid conference registration in order for this event to be judged.

FINALISTS The TOP FIVE (5) INDIVIDUALS OR TEAMS with the highest prejudged score will compete in the performance portion of this event. An effort will be made to announce the finalists prior to the State Leadership Conference.

FINALS GUIDELINES See the following event specific guidelines: • PERFORMANCE GUIDELINES q Individual or teams will have seven (7) minutes to describe the project. q Five (5) minutes will be allowed to set up and remove equipment or presentation items. q A timekeeper will stand at six (6) minutes and again at seven (7) minutes. When the presentation is finished, the timekeeper will record the time used, noting a deduction of five (5) points for any time over seven (7) minutes. q Following each presentation, the judges will conduct a three (3) minute question-answer period.

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DIGITAL VIDEO PRODUCTION JUDGING A panel of judges will select the finalists before the State Leadership Conference. An effort will be made to use the same panel of judges at the conference. The prejudged project score will be used to break ties. All decisions of the judges are final.

PROJECT COMPETENCIES

PERFORMANCE COMPETENCIES

NBEA STANDARDS

q document addresses topic and is appropriate for the audience q graphics, text treatment, and special effects show creativity and cohesiveness of design q overall layout and design is creative and appealing q final product indicates a clear thought process and an intended, planned direction with formulation and execution of a firm idea q required information is effectively communicated q copyright laws followed

q develop the presentation of topic logically and systematically q communicate the design process q explain the tips, techniques, and tools used q demonstrate good voice quality and diction q display self-confidence through knowledge of content and articulation of ideas q effectively answer questions

• Communication: technological, organizational • Information Technology: information technology and major business functions, application software, input technologies, information retrieval

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E-BUSINESS INDIVIDUAL OR TEAM EVENT—STATE AND NATIONAL COMPETITION One critical element in a business’ success in today’s global market is the ability to sell products and services to the consumer via the Internet. This event recognizes FBLA members who have developed proficiency in the creation and design of Web commerce sites.

OVERVIEW The event consists of two (2) parts: a prejudged project based on the given topic and a presentation component. Participants are required to complete all parts to be eligible for an award.

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.

PREJUDGED GUIDELINES See the following event specific guidelines: • STATEMENT OF ASSURANCE • COPYRIGHT AND FAIR USE INFORMATION q Student members (not advisers) must prepare project. q If using a shopping cart, it doesn’t need to be active. q The website must be available for viewing on the Internet at the time of judging. No changes can be made to the website after the official entry date. q Any photographs, text, trademarks, or names that are used on the site must be supported by proper documentation and approvals indicated on the site. Use of templates must be identified. q Websites should be designed to allow for viewing by as many different platforms as possible. ONE (1) COPY of the STATEMENT OF ASSURANCE must include an active URL link to be submitted to the SLC conference chair or designee. See the SLC Conference Registration Guide for the specified date and submission information. All participants in this event must be registered online for the SLC and have paid conference registration in order for this event to be judged.

FINALS GUIDELINES See the following event specific guidelines: • PERFORMANCE GUIDELINES q Individuals or teams will have seven (7) minutes to present. q Five (5) minutes will be allowed to set up and remove equipment or presentation items. q A timekeeper will stand at six (6) minutes and again at seven (7) minutes. When the presentation is finished, the timekeeper will record the time used, noting a deduction of five (5) points for any time over seven (7) minutes. q Following each presentation, the judges will conduct a three (3) minute question-answer period.

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E-BUSINESS JUDGING A panel of judges will select the finalists before the State Leadership Conference. An effort will be made to use the same panel of judges at the conference. All decisions of the judges are final.

OBJECTIVE COMPENTENCIES

PERFORMANCE COMPETENCIES

NBEA STANDARDS

q presentation of project is developed logically and systemically q communicate the design process q explain the tips, techniques, and tools used q demonstrate ability to make a businesslike presentation q display self-confidence apparent through knowledge of content and articulation of ideas q effectively answer questions

• Communication: technological • Economics and Personal Finance: allocation of resources, markets and prices, buying goods and services • Entrepreneurship: marketing • Information Technology: input technologies, network applications, privacy and ethics • Marketing: consumers and their behavior, the marketing mix

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ECONOMICS INDIVIDUAL EVENT—SECTION, STATE, AND NATIONAL COMPETITION This event provides recognition for FBLA members who can identify, understand, and apply economic principles to contemporary social, political, and ecological problems.

Each local chapter may enter a minimum of three (3) members. * †

OVERVIEW A one-hour objective test will be administered based on the competencies listed.

OBJECTIVE COMPETENCIES

NBEA STANDARDS

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• Economics and Personal Finance: allocation of resources, economic systems, economic institutions and incentives, markets and prices, market structures, productivity, role of government, international economic concepts • Entrepreneurship: economics, aggregate supply and demand • International Business: global business environment • Management: organized labor

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 international trade/global economics

CAREER CLUSTERS: Business, Management and Administration; Finance; Marketing

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ELECTRONIC CAREER PORTFOLIO INDIVIDUAL EVENT—STATE AND NATIONAL COMPETITION An electronic career portfolio is a purposeful collection of work that tells the story of an applicant including achievements, growth, vision, reflection, skills, experience, education, training, and career goals. It is a tool that gives employers a complete picture of who you are—your experience, your education, your accomplishments—and what you have the potential to become—much more than just a letter of application and résumé can provide.

ELIGIBILITY The participant may not have previously competed in this event at the national level. STATE NATIONAL

Each local chapter may enter a maximum of one (1) member. The top three (3) places in state competition will represent California at the National Leadership Conference.

OVERVIEW The event consists of two (2) parts: a prejudged project and a presentation component. Participants are required to complete all parts to be eligible for an award.

PREJUDGED GUIDELINES See the following event specific guidelines: • STATEMENT OF ASSURANCE • COPYRIGHT AND FAIR USE INFORMATION q Student members (not advisers) must prepare project. q The project is an explanation of the chosen career search and supporting materials. q The student may present their project using a DVD, USB flash drive or by accessing it via the Internet. q All information should reflect the student’s accomplishments and experiences. q The project must include: a data sheet and a career summary. The career summary should include career choice, description of skills and education required, and future job outlook (e.g., monetary, advancement). q Sample materials must be included in the project (see “Sample Materials” section below). DVD OR USB FLASH DRIVE SUBMISSION • THREE (3) DVDs or USB FLASH DRIVES containing the executable project files (labeled with the participant’s names, state, school, and event title) and THREE (3) COPIES of the STATEMENT OF ASSURANCE must be submitted to the SLC conference chair or designee. URL SUBMISSION • ONE (1) COPY of the STATEMENT OF ASSURANCE must include an active URL link to be submitted to the SLC conference chair or designee. See the SLC Conference Registration Guide for the specified date and submission information. All participants in this event must be registered online for the SLC and have paid conference registration in order for this event to be judged.

SAMPLE MATERIALS CAREER-RELATED EDUCATION: Describe career-related education that enhances employability, Include a summary of school activities, career research projects, application of business education, and/or related occupational skills and their relationship to job. EDUCATIONAL ENHANCEMENT: Describe educational opportunities that enhance employability. Include career opportunities development planning, summaries of job shadowing, internships, apprenticeships, informational interviews, community service projects, and products developed during these experiences. EXAMPLES OF SPECIAL SKILLS: Includes up to five examples of special skills, talents, and/or abilities related to job and career goals. These may be in any format but must fit within the dimensions of the portfolio. Audio and/or video recordings may be included in the portfolio. ADDITIONAL SAMPLE MATERIALS: May include awards and honors, certifications, community and volunteer activities, conferences or workshops, examples of projects or presentations, letters of recognition and recommendation, list of accomplishments, leadership development activities, recognitions, self-assessments, evidence of specific skills, a page from a Web site created, writing samples, and so forth.

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ELECTRONIC CAREER PORTFOLIO FINALISTS The TOP FIVE (5) INDIVIDUALS with the highest prejudged score will compete in the performance portion of this event. An effort will be made to announce the finalists prior to the State Leadership Conference.

FINALS GUIDELINES See the following event specific guidelines: • PERFORMANCE GUIDELINES q Individuals will have seven (7) minutes to describe the project. q Five (5) minutes will be allowed to set up and remove equipment or presentation items. q A timekeeper will stand at six (6) minutes and again at seven (7) minutes. When the presentation is finished, the timekeeper will record the time used, noting a deduction of five (5) points for any time over seven (7) minutes. q Following each presentation, the judges will conduct a three (3) minute question-answer period.

JUDGING A panel of judges will select the finalists before the State Leadership Conference. An effort will be made to use the same panel of judges at the conference. The prejudged project score will be used to break ties. All decisions of the judges are final.

PROJECT COMPETENCIES

NBEA STANDARDS

q demonstrate good written communication skills q demonstrate organizational skills q show creativity q develop a career plan q display technology skills—Internet, computer programs q demonstrate knowledge of employability skills and trends

• Career Development: workplace expectations • Communication: foundations, employment • Information Technology: information retrieval, privacy and ethics, application software

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EMERGING BUSINESS ISSUES TEAM EVENT—STATE AND NATIONAL COMPETITION This event provides FBLA members with an opportunity to develop and demonstrate skills in researching and presenting an emerging business issue. The event is based on team rather than individual participation. In addition to learning research skills, team participants develop speaking ability and poise through oral presentations.

ELIGIBILITY No more than one (1) team member may have competed in this event at a prior NLC or have competed more than two (2) years at the national level. STATE NATIONAL

Each local chapter may enter one team composed of two (2) or three (3) members. The top three (3) places in state competition will represent California at the National Leadership Conference.

OVERVIEW This event consists of two (2) parts: a prejudged written synopsis and a presentation component for the topic listed taking the affirmative or negative argument. Participants are required to complete all parts to be eligible for an award.

CASE STUDY 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 revenue for businesses.

PREJUDGED GUIDELINES See the following format guidelines: • FORMAT GUIDE q Student members (not advisers) must research case study and be prepared to present either an affirmative or negative argument. q A written synopsis on affirmative and negative argument cannot exceed 500 words each. Include a reference section (not counted in the 500-word limit). q Each page must be labeled with the participants’ names, state, school, and event title at the upper left-hand corner. ONE (1) COPY of a prejudged written synopsis (on affirmative and negative argument) must be submitted online in PDF form via the online submission tool. See the SLC Conference Registration Guide for specified date and submission information. All participants in this event must be registered online for the SLC and have paid conference registration in order for this event to be judged.

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EMERGING BUSINESS ISSUES FINALS GUIDELINES See the following event specific guidelines: • PERFORMANCE GUIDELINES • SEQUESTERED GUIDELINES q All teams will be sequestered to receive instructions and time assignments. q Teams will draw to determine whether they will present an affirmative or negative argument. q Teams will have five (5) minutes to finalize their preparations. q Teams will be permitted to bring prepared notes to the preparation and presentation rooms. q Two (2) 4” x 6” note cards will be provided for each team member and may be used during the preparation and presentation. Information may be written on both sides of the note cards. Note cards will not be collected. q Teams will have five (5) minutes to present the case. q Teams should introduce themselves, describe the situation, make their recommendations, and summarize their case. q A timekeeper will stand at four (4) minutes and again at five (5) minutes. When the presentation is finished, the timekeeper will record the time used, noting a deduction of five (5) points for any time over five (5) minutes. q Following each presentation, the judges will conduct a three (3) minute question-answer period.

REPORT COMPETENCIES

PERFORMANCE COMPETENCIES

NBEA STANDARDS

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• Communication: foundations, employment • Economic and Personal Finance: market structures, role of government, personal decision making • International Business: global business environment • Management: ethics and social responsibility, financial decision making

arrange information logically follow formatting directions demonstrate correct spelling and grammar address affirmative and negative arguments

understanding of topic evident topic presented in a logical manner all team members contribute to presentation arguments are persuasive and relevant to topic q answer questions effectively

CAREER CLUSTERS: Business, Management and Administration; Information Technology

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ENTREPRENEURSHIP WILHELMINA VAN HUNNICK MEMORIAL AWARD TEAM EVENT—SECTION, STATE, AND NATIONAL COMPETITION Owning and managing a business is the goal of many Americans. This event recognizes FBLA members who demonstrate the knowledge and skills needed to establish and manage a business. This event is based on team rather than individual participation. In addition to learning and applying business decisionmaking skills, team participants develop speaking ability and poise through oral presentations.

ELIGIBILITY No more than one (1) team member may have competed in this event at a prior NLC or have competed more than two (2) years at the national level. SECTION STATE NATIONAL

Each local chapter may enter one team composed of two (2) or three (3) members. The top five (5) places from section competition will represent their section at the State Leadership Conference. The top three (3) places in state competition will represent California at the National Leadership Conference.

OVERVIEW This event consists of two (2) parts: an objective test (section and state levels) and a role-play performance component (state level only). Participants are required to complete all parts to be eligible to win an award. A one-hour objective test will be administered based on the competencies listed. Team members will take one test collaboratively.

FINALISTS (STATE LEVEL ONLY) The TOP FIVE (5) TEAMS with the highest objective test score (state level only) will compete in the role-play performance portion of this event. Finalists will be posted outside of the competitive events headquarters at the State Leadership Conference. An interactive case study will be given to all finalists. All the questions raised in the case must be addressed during the role-play performance.

JUDGING A panel of judges will evaluate the role-play performance portion of this event. The objective test score will be used to break a tie. All decisions of the judges are final.

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ENTREPRENEURSHIP WILHELMINA VAN HUNNICK MEMORIAL AWARD OBJECTIVE COMPETENCIES

PERFORMANCE COMPETENCIES

NBEA STANDARDS

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q topic presented in a logical manner q communication skills evident through voice projection and diction q critical thinking/problem solving used to resolve case q presentation includes positive and negative aspects of implementation q all team members contribute to presentation q answer questions effectively

• Accounting: the accounting process, special applications • Communication: foundations, organizational • Entrepreneurship: marketing, economics, finance, accounting, global market, legal, business plans • Management: management functions, human resource management • Marketing: foundations of marketing, the marketing mix, the marketing plan

business plan community/business relations legal issues initial capital and credit personnel management financial management marketing management taxes government regulations

CAREER CLUSTERS: Business, Management and Administration; Finance; Marketing

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FBLA PRINCIPLES AND PROCEDURES INDIVIDUAL EVENT—SECTION, STATE, AND NATIONAL COMPETITION Members in FBLA should be knowledgeable about the association and the information found in the official publications. This event provides recognition for FBLA members who are interested in learning about the background and current information of FBLA-PBL.

ELIGIBILITY FBLA members currently enrolled in grades 7-10 are eligible to compete in this event. If a student in grades 7 or 8 places first, second, or third at the State Leadership Conference, he/she cannot compete at the national level per national eligibility guidelines. The participant may not have previously competed in this event at the national level. See the following eligibility guidelines: • * NUMBER OF ENTRIES † • NUMBER OF COMPETITORS ADVANCE TO STATE ‡ • WILD CARD SECTION STATE NATIONAL

Each local chapter may enter a minimum of three (3) members. * †

OVERVIEW A one-hour objective test will be administered based on the competencies listed. A “proof of grade level” for each participant in this event (except middle school members) must be mailed with the registration materials for the Section Conference. A “proof of grade level” for a wild card entry must be mailed with the registration materials for the State Leadership Conference. GRADE LEVEL MUST BE HIGHLIGHTED OR CIRCLED.

OBJECTIVE COMPETENCIES q q q q

FBLA-PBL organization, bylaws, and handbook FBLA national awards program FBLA national publications FBLA creed and national goals

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FUTURE BUSINESS LEADER INDIVIDUAL EVENT—SECTION, STATE, AND NATIONAL COMPETITION This event honors outstanding FBLA members who have demonstrated leadership qualities, participation in FBLA, and evidence of knowledge and skills essential for successful careers in business.

ELIGIBILITY The participant may not have previously competed in this event at the national level. SECTION STATE NATIONAL

Each local chapter may enter a maximum of two (2) members. A maximum of the top five (5) places from section competition will represent their section at the State Leadership Conference. The top three (3) places in state competition will represent California at the National Leadership Conference.

OVERVIEW This event consists of three (3) parts: a letter of application & résumé, an objective test, and an interview. Participants are required to complete all parts to be eligible for an award. A one-hour objective test will be administered based on the competencies listed. Non-graphing calculators will be provided.

GUIDELINES q LETTER OF APPLICATION & RÉSUMÉ • THREE (3) COPIES of the following materials must be submitted in THREE (3) STANDARD FILE FOLDERS. The tab of the folders must be labeled with the participant’s name, state, school, and event. Include participant’s name on all pages submitted. o A one-page letter of application (original or copy) for the award addressed to Ms. Jean Buckley, President and CEO, FBLA-PBL, Inc., 1912 Association Drive, Reston, VA 20191. The letter should state the reasons the participant is deserving of this award. o A brief résumé (original or copy) not to exceed two (2) pages; photographs are not allowed. • A deduction of FIVE (5) POINTS will be made from the score of participants who do not adhere to the event guidelines. q SUBMISSION • SECTION LEVEL o Submit THREE (3) COPIES of the above materials at the conference site. • STATE LEVEL o Submit THREE (3) COPIES of the above materials to the SLC conference chair or designee. See the SLC Conference Registration Guide for the specified date and submission information.

FINALISTS The TOP TEN (10) INDIVIDUALS with the highest objective test score will be scheduled for a ten (10) minute interview. q Judges will be provided with a copy of each participant’s application materials. q No additional items can be brought into the interview or left with the judges. q No items, reference materials, visual aids or electronic devices may be brought or used during the interview. q Interviews are not open to conference attendees. q Participants may have physical contact (e.g., handshake) with the judges.

JUDGING A panel of judges will use the rating sheet to score participants. The objective test score will be used to break ties. All decisions of the judges are final.

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FUTURE BUSINESS LEADER OBJECTIVE COMPETENCIES

PERFORMANCE COMPETENCIES

NBEA STANDARDS

q general concepts to include (e.g., accounting, banking, business procedures, communications, economics, ethics, global business, law, management, marketing, math and technology) q California and National FBLA-PBL history, programs, and bylaws q parliamentary procedure

q ability to answer questions effectively q demonstrates self-confidence, initiative, and assertiveness q ability to communicate career knowledge and plans q participation in school, community, and leadership activities

• Accounting: the accounting cycle, the accounting process • Business Law: basics of the law • Career Development: workplace expectations • Communication: foundations, social, employment, organizational • Computation: mathematical, problem-solving applications • Entrepreneurship: entrepreneurs and entrepreneurial opportunities • International Business: foundations of international business • Management: management functions • Marketing: foundations of marketing CAREER CLUSTERS: Business, Management and Administration; Information Technology; Marketing

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GLOBAL BUSINESS TEAM EVENT—SECTION, STATE, AND NATIONAL COMPETITION The global economy is a complex, continually flowing and constantly changing network of information, goods, services, and cultures. Most nations rely on other nations for natural resources to supply their needs and wants. Global business also provides new markets and investment opportunities as well as promotion of better relationships.

ELIGIBILITY No more than one (1) team member may have competed in this event at a prior NLC or have competed more than two (2) years at the national level. SECTION STATE NATIONAL

JUDGING A panel of judges will evaluate the role-play performance portion of this event. The objective test score will be used to break a tie. All decisions of the judges are final.

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GLOBAL BUSINESS OBJECTIVE COMPETENCIES

PERFORMANCE COMPETENCIES

NBEA STANDARDS

q q q q q

q demonstrate critical thinking and problem solving q describe case study and explain recommendations q effective communication skills q explain strengths and weakness of proposed solution q effectively answer questions

• Accounting: the accounting cycle • Economics and Personal Finance: economic systems, international economic concepts • Entrepreneurship: global markets • International Business: foundations of international business, organization structures for international business activities, international trade relations, international management, international marketing, international finance • Management: global perspective • Marketing: foundations of marketing, the marketing mix

q q q q q q q q

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 career development

CAREER CLUSTERS: Business, Management and Administration; Finance; Government and Public Administration; Marketing

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GOLD SEAL CHAPTER AWARD OF MERIT HOLLIS AND KITTY GUY AWARD CHAPTER RECOGNITION—STATE AND NATIONAL AWARD The Hollis and Kitty Guy Gold Seal Chapter Award of Merit recognizes outstanding local chapters that have actively participated in projects and programs identified with the goals of FBLA-PBL.

ELIGIBILITY All active local chapters are eligible.

GUIDELINES q Each state may select up to 15 percent of its total number of active local chapters; whichever is greater. If the percentage results in a fractional number, it is rounded to the next higher number—e.g., 3.2 or 3.6 would be 4 q Prior to nomination, each local chapter must submit a copy of the Local Chapter Annual Business Report

CRITERIA q Submit at least five (5) Program of Work Progress Forms q Pay state and national dues by October 20 for a minimum of five (5) members q Pay section dues by October 20 q Recruit or renewed five (5) professional members by February 1 q Send representative(s) to a minimum of two (2) FBLA conferences sponsored by the section, state, and national association q Encourage other schools to organize FBLA chapters q Enter at least one section or state competitive event q Tour at least two (2) businesses q Invite businesspersons or other professionals to become involved in at least two (2) chapter activities q Conduct a public relations program in the school and community q Submit at least five (5) members for either Future, Business, Leader, or America Award recognitions q Complete the Government Awareness Project q Complete one additional State Chapter Project q Complete the Outstanding Chapter level in the Business Achievement Awards q Email final Program of Work Progress Form to the State Officers’ Adviser by date specified in the State Leadership Conference Registration Guide q Email the completed final Program of Work Progress Form and a copy of the Local Chapter Annual Business Report to your Section Director by date specified in the State Leadership Conference Registration Guide q Submit one (1) copy of the Local Chapter Annual Business Report online in PDF form via the online submission tool. See the SLC Conference Registration Guide for specified date and submission information.

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HEALTH CARE ADMINISTRATION INDIVIDUAL EVENT—SECTION, STATE, AND NATIONAL COMPETITION Learning to communicate in a manner that is clearly understood by the receiver of the message is a major task of all business people. This event provides recognition for FBLA members who work toward improving their business communication skills of writing, speaking, and listening.

Each local chapter may enter a minimum of three (3) members. * †

OVERVIEW A one-hour objective test will be administered based on the competencies listed.

OBJECTIVE COMPETENCIES

NBEA STANDARDS

q managing office activities q enhancing communication skills q identifying legal and ethical issues in health care practices q managing financial functions q enhancing employability skills

• Communication: workplace and technological communication • Management ethics and social responsibility, personal management skills

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CAREER CLUSTERS: Business, Management and Administration; Health Science

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HELP DESK INDIVIDUAL EVENT—STATE AND NATIONAL COMPETITION The ability to provide technical assistance to the users of computer hardware and software is essential to the success of any organization and its continued operation. This event provides recognition for FBLA members who demonstrate an understanding of and ability to provide technical assistance to end users.

ELIGIBILITY A participant may not have previously competed in this event at the national level. STATE NATIONAL

Each local chapter may enter a maximum of one (1) member. The top three (3) places in state competition will represent California at the National Leadership Conference.

OVERVIEW This event consists of two (2) parts: an objective test and a role-play performance component. Participants are required to complete all parts to be eligible for an award. A one (1) hour objective test will be administered based on the competencies listed.

FINALISTS The TOP TEN (10) INDIVIDUALS with the highest objective test score will compete in the role-play performance portion of this event. Finalists will be posted outside of the competitive events headquarters at the State Leadership Conference. An interactive scenario will be given to all finalists.

FINALS GUIDELINES See the following event specific guidelines: • PERFORMANCE GUIDELINES • SEQUESTERED GUIDELINES q All participants will be sequestered to receive instructions and time assignments. q Ten (10) minutes before the role-play performance, each participant will be taken to the preparation room to receive the scenario. q Two (2) 4” x 6” note cards will be provided for each participant and may be used during the preparation and role-play performance. Information may be written on both sides of the note cards. Note cards will be collected following the performance. q The participant has five (5) minutes to interact with a panel of judges and demonstrate how he/she would solve the problem. The judges will play the role of the second party in the presentation and will refer to the case for specifics. This is a role-play event. q A timekeeper will stand at four (4) minutes and again at five (5) minutes at which time the presentation must end.

JUDGING A panel of judges will use the rating sheet to score participants. All decisions of the judges are final.

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HELP DESK OBJECTIVE COMPETENCIES

PERFORMANCE COMPETENCIES

NBEA STANDARDS

q q q q q

q demonstrate ability to make a businesslike presentation q demonstrate effective verbal communication skills q provide ways for client to solve their problem q translate case info effective, efficient, and spontaneous action q resolve conflict resolution

• Communication: foundations, employment • Information Technology: information retrieval, privacy and ethics, application software

help desk operations and procedures customer management support center infrastructure and procedures professional career and leadership skills communication

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CAREER CLUSTERS: Business, Management and Administration; Information Technology

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HOSPITALITY MANAGEMENT TEAM EVENT—SECTION, STATE, AND NATIONAL COMPETITION Hospitality is an important aspect of business and society. This event provides recognition to FBLA members who have the ability to help other people enjoy both leisure and business travel and events.

ELIGIBILITY No more than one (1) team member may have competed in this event at a prior NLC or have competed more than two (2) years at the national level. SECTION STATE NATIONAL

JUDGING A panel of judges will evaluate the role-play performance portion of this event. The objective test score will be used to break a tie. All decisions of the judges are final.

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HOSPITALITY MANAGEMENT OBJECTIVE COMPETENCIES

PERFORMANCE COMPETENCIES

NBEA STANDARDS

q hospitality operation and management functions q hotel sales process q hospitality marketing concepts q human resource management in the hospitality industry q environmental, ethical, and global issues q customer service in the hospitality industry q legal issues, financial management, and budgeting q current hospitality industry trends q types of hospitality markets and customers

q answer questions effectively q demonstrate ability to make a businesslike presentation q demonstrate ability to work as a team q demonstrate an understanding of the case and explain recommendations q demonstrate effective decision-making and problem-solving skills q display self-confidence through content knowledge and idea articulation q explain content logically and systemically

• Accounting: financial analysis • Business Law: environmental law and energy regulation • Communication: workplace communication • Information Technology: database management systems • Management ethics and social responsibility, human resource management, industry analysis • Marketing: the marketing plan

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CAREER CLUSTERS: Hospitality and Tourism, Business Management and Administration

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IMPROMPTU SPEAKING INDIVIDUAL EVENT—SECTION, STATE, AND NATIONAL COMPETITION The ability to express one's thoughts without prior preparation is a valuable asset, as are poise, self-confidence, and organization of facts. This event recognizes FBLA members who develop qualities of business leadership by combining quick and clear thinking with conversational speaking.

ELIGIBILITY The participant may not have previously competed in this event at the national level. SECTION STATE NATIONAL

Each local chapter may enter a maximum of one (1) member. A maximum of the top two (2) places from section competition will represent their section at the State Leadership Conference. The top three (3) places in state competition will represent California at the National Leadership Conference.

OVERVIEW This event consists of improvising a speech on a given 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. A STUDENT IN THIS EVENT MAY NOT COMPETE IN ANY OTHER EVENTS BECAUSE OF TIME CONSTRAINTS.

FBLA-PBL GOALS • • • • • • • • •

Develop competent, aggressive, business leadership Strengthen the confidence of students in themselves and in their work Create more interest in and understanding of American business enterprise Encourage members in the development of individual projects that 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

GUIDELINES See the following event specific guidelines: • PERFORMANCE GUIDELINES • SEQUESTERED GUIDELINES q All participants will be sequestered to receive instructions and time assignments. q Ten (10) minutes before the speech, each participant will be taken to the preparation room to receive the topic of the speech. q Two (2) 4" x 6" note cards will be provided for each participant and may be used during the preparation and speech. Information may be written on both sides of the note card. Note cards will be collected following the speech. q Each speech should be four (4) minutes in length. q A timekeeper will stand at three (3) minutes and again at four (4) minutes. When the speaker is finished, the time used by the participant will be recorded, noting a deduction of five (5) points for any time under 3:31 or over 4:29.

JUDGING A panel of judges will use the rating sheet to score participants. All decisions of the judges are final.

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IMPROMPTU SPEAKING PERFORMANCE COMPETENCIES

NBEA STANDARDS

q q q q q

• Communication: foundations, social

extemporaneously speak on a subject clarity of voice critical thinking and problem solving poised manner professional appearance

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CAREER CLUSTERS: Business, Management and Administration; Marketing

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INSURANCE & RISK MANAGEMENT INDIVIDUAL EVENT—SECTION, STATE, AND NATIONAL COMPETITION This event provides recognition for FBLA members who demonstrate an understanding of and skill in basic insurance and risk management principles and procedures.

Each local chapter may enter a minimum of three (3) members. * †

OVERVIEW A one-hour objective test will be administered based on the competencies listed.

OBJECTIVE COMPETENCIES

NBEA STANDARDS

q q q q q q q

• Accounting: accounting process, special applications, financial statements • Career Development: workplace expectations • Economics & Personal Finance: personal decision making, managing finances and budgeting, markets and prices, banking, buying goods and services • Information Technology: application software, information retrieval, database management system • Management: management functions, financial decision making

risk management process property and liability insurance health, disability, and life insurance insurance knowledge decision making careers ethics

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INTRODUCTION TO BUSINESS INDIVIDUAL EVENT—SECTION, STATE, AND NATIONAL COMPETITION The American business enterprise system functions effectively when participants are properly trained to make good business decisions. This event provides recognition for FBLA members who demonstrate an understanding of the American business enterprise system and its effect on consumers, employees, and entrepreneurs.

ELIGIBILITY FBLA members currently enrolled in grades 7-10 are eligible to compete in this event. If a student in grades 7 or 8 places first, second, or third at the State Leadership Conference, he/she cannot compete at the national level per national eligibility guidelines. The participant may not have previously competed in this event at the national level. See the following eligibility guidelines: • * NUMBER OF ENTRIES † • NUMBER OF COMPETITORS ADVANCE TO STATE ‡ • WILD CARD SECTION STATE NATIONAL

Each local chapter may enter a minimum of three (3) members. * †

OBJECTIVE COMPETENCIES

NBEA STANDARDS

q q q q q

• Career Development: career research, workplace expectations • Computation: mathematical foundations • Economics and Personal Finance: allocation of resources, economic systems, managing finances and budgeting, saving and investing, banking, using credit • Entrepreneurship: entrepreneurs and entrepreneurial opportunities • Management: business organization • Marketing: foundations of marketing

q q q q

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 insurance

CAREER CLUSTERS: Business, Management & Administration; Finance; Marketing

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INTRODUCTION TO BUSINESS COMMUNICATION INDIVIDUAL EVENT—SECTION, STATE, AND NATIONAL COMPETITION Learning to communicate in a manner that is clearly understood by the receiver of the message is a major task of all business people. This event provides recognition for FBLA members who demonstrate an understanding of basic communication skills and concepts.

ELIGIBILITY FBLA members currently enrolled in grades 7-10 are eligible to compete in this event. If a student in grades 7 or 8 places first, second, or third at the State Leadership Conference, he/she cannot compete at the national level per national eligibility guidelines. The participant may not have previously competed in this event or Business Communication at the national level. See the following eligibility guidelines: • * NUMBER OF ENTRIES † • NUMBER OF COMPETITORS ADVANCE TO STATE ‡ • WILD CARD SECTION STATE NATIONAL

Each local chapter may enter a minimum of three (3) members. * †

OBJECTIVE COMPETENCIES

NBEA STANDARDS

q q q q q q q q

• Communication: foundations, employment, organizations

grammar punctuation and capitalization spelling oral communication concepts reading comprehension word definition and usage proofreading and editing spelling

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CAREER CLUSTERS: Business, Management and Administration; Marketing

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INTRODUCTION TO INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY INDIVIDUAL EVENT—SECTION, STATE, AND NATIONAL COMPETITION Successful business leaders must understand the impact of technology and how to effectively harness it to drive business. This event recognizes FBLA members who demonstrate acquired technology skills aligned with the Internet and Computing Core Certification (IC3) objectives.

ELIGIBILITY FBLA members currently enrolled in grades 7-10 are eligible to compete in this event. If a student in grades 7 or 8 places first, second, or third at the State Leadership Conference, he/she cannot compete at the national level per national eligibility guidelines. The participant may not have previously competed in this event at the national level. See the following eligibility guidelines: • * NUMBER OF ENTRIES † • NUMBER OF COMPETITORS ADVANCE TO STATE ‡ • WILD CARD SECTION STATE NATIONAL

Each local chapter may enter a minimum of three (3) members. * †

OBJECTIVE COMPETENCIES

NBEA STANDARDS

q q q q q q q q

• Information Technology: computer architecture, operating systems, environments, and utilities, application software, input technologies

computer hardware and software operating systems common program functions word processing spreadsheets presentation software networking concepts e-mail and electronic communication

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CAREER CLUSTER: Information Technology

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INTRODUCTION TO PARLIAMENTARY PROCEDURE INDIVIDUAL EVENT—STATE AND NATIONAL COMPETITION This event recognizes FBLA members who demonstrate knowledge of basic principles of parliamentary procedure along with an understanding of FBLA’s organization and procedures.

ELIGIBILITY FBLA members currently enrolled in grades 7-10 are eligible to compete in this event. If a student in grades 7 or 8 places first, second, or third at the State Leadership Conference, he/she cannot compete at the national level per national eligibility guidelines. The participant may not have previously competed in this event or Parliamentary Procedure at the national level. STATE NATIONAL

Each local chapter may enter a maximum of three (3) members. The top three (3) places in state competition will represent California at the National Leadership Conference.

OVERVIEW A one-hour objective test will be administered based on the competencies listed. A “proof of grade level” for each participant in this event (except middle school members) must be mailed with the registration materials for the State Leadership Conference. GRADE LEVEL MUST BE HIGHLIGHTED OR CIRCLED.

OBJECTIVE COMPETENCIES

NBEA STANDARDS

q parliamentary procedure principles q FBLA Bylaws

CAREER CLUSTER: Business Management and Administration

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JOB INTERVIEW INDIVIDUAL EVENT—SECTION, STATE, AND NATIONAL COMPETITION This event recognizes FBLA members who demonstrate proficiency in applying for employment in business.

ELIGIBILITY The participant may not have previously competed in this event at the national level. SECTION STATE NATIONAL

Each local chapter may enter a maximum of two (2) members. A maximum of the top two (2) places from section competition will represent their section at the State Leadership Conference. The top three (3) places in state competition will represent California at the National Leadership Conference.

OVERVIEW This event consists of three (3) parts: a letter of application & résumé, a job application, and an interview. Participants are required to complete all parts to be eligible for an award.

GUIDELINES Each participant must apply for a position at Merit Corporation. 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. q LETTER OF APPLICATION, RÉSUMÉ, AND JOB APPLICATION • THREE (3) COPIES of the following materials must be submitted in THREE (3) STANDARD FILE FOLDERS. The tab of the folders must be labeled with the participant’s name, state, school, and event. Include participant’s name on all pages submitted. o A one-page letter of application (original or copy) from the participant and addressed to Dr. Terry E. Johnson, Director, Human Resources, Merit Corporation, 1640 Franklin Drive, Washington DC, 20041. o A brief résumé (original or copy) not to exceed two (2) pages; photographs are not allowed. o A job application must be TYPED and completed. Download the application at www.cafbla.org, click on Competition. • A deduction of FIVE (5) POINTS will be made from the score of participants who do not adhere to the event guidelines. q SUBMISSION • SECTION LEVEL o Submit THREE (3) COPIES of the above materials to your Section Director. See your Section Conference Registration Guide for the specified date and submission information. • STATE LEVEL o Submit THREE (3) COPIES of the above materials to the SLC conference chair or designee. See the SLC Conference Registration Guide for the specified date and submission information.

FINALISTS The TOP TEN (10) INDIVIDUALS with the highest preliminary score will be scheduled for a ten (10) minute interview. q Judges will be provided with a copy of each participant’s application materials. q No additional items can be brought into the interview or left with the judges. q No items, reference materials, visual aids or electronic devices may be brought or used during the interview. q Interviews are not open to conference attendees. q Participants may have physical contact (e.g., handshake) with the judges.

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JOB INTERVIEW PERFORMANCE COMPETENCIES

NBEA STANDARDS

q ability to answer questions effectively q demonstrate and use good communication skills q exhibit a professional and poised appearance q communicate career knowledge and plans

• Career Development: self awareness, career research, workplace expectations, career strategies • Communications: employment CAREER CLUSTERS: Business, Management and Administration; Marketing

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LOCAL CHAPTER ANNUAL BUSINESS REPORT NATIONAL: HAMDEN L. FORKNER AWARD STATE: KIKI NAKAUCHI AWARD

CHAPTER EVENT—STATE AND NATIONAL COMPETITION Business reports are used extensively to inform management, staff, stockholders, and the general public about all aspects of the business. This report recognizes FBLA chapters that effectively summarize their year's activities. This event provides participants with valuable experience in preparing annual business reports.

ELIGIBILITY Members representing their chapters in the oral presentation portion of this event may also compete in up to two individual and/or team events. STATE NATIONAL

Each local chapter may enter one entry authored by up to three (3) members. The top three (3) places in state competition will represent California at the National Leadership Conference.

OVERVIEW This event consists of producing an annual business report based on sequence in rating sheet. Projects used for other FBLA reports may be included.

JUDGING A panel of judges will use the rating sheet to score participants. All decisions of the judges are final.

REPORT COMPETENCIES

NBEA STANDARDS

q arrange report in proper business style and logically arranged q correct spelling and grammar q describe report development q explain local chapter organization and characteristics of chapter q document productivity and recognition of chapter

• Communication: foundations, technological • Information Technology: application software • Marketing: foundations

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CAREER CLUSTERS: Business, Management and Administration; Finance; Information Technology; Marketing

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MANAGEMENT DECISION MAKING TEAM EVENT—SECTION, STATE, AND NATIONAL COMPETITION Making critical decisions that provide the right direction and a winning position in today’s business world is essential to good management. Business executives must make high-quality, nearly instantaneous decisions all the time. The ability to make the right decisions concerning vision, growth, resources, strengths, and weaknesses leads to a successful business. It is management’s responsibility to manage for today and tomorrow, to manage for optimum efficiency, and to manage to compete in the marketplace.

ELIGIBILITY No more than one (1) team member may have competed in this event at a prior NLC or have competed more than two (2) years at the national level. SECTION STATE NATIONAL

JUDGING A panel of judges will evaluate the role-play performance portion of this event. The objective test score will be used to break a tie. All decisions of the judges are final.

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MANAGEMENT DECISION MAKING OBJECTIVE COMPETENCIES

PERFORMANCE COMPETENCIES

NBEA STANDARDS

q q q q q q q q q q q

q demonstrate critical thinking and problem solving q describe case study and explain recommendations q demonstrate good communication skills q explain strengths and weakness of proposed solution q effectively answer questions

• Accounting: financial statements, special applications • Business Law: business organizations • Communications: foundations, organizational • Economics and Personal Finance: economic systems, markets and prices • Entrepreneurship: entrepreneurs and entrepreneurial opportunities • Information Technology: impact on society • Management: management functions, business organization, ethics and social responsibility, management theories, financial decision making

information and communication systems human resource management financial management business operations management functions and the environment business ownership and the law strategic management ethics and social responsibility marketing economic concepts careers

CAREER CLUSTERS: Business, Management and Administration; Marketing

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MANAGEMENT INFORMATION SYSTEMS TEAM EVENT—STATE AND NATIONAL COMPETITION The ability to design and implement an information system solution to effectively manage vast amounts of information is a valuable skill that leads to the success of many business entities today. The use of technology to develop these information systems plays a crucial role in a business’ ability to compete in today’s business environment. This event provides recognition for FBLA members who demonstrate an understanding of and ability to apply these skills.

ELIGIBILITY No more than one (1) team member may have competed in this event at a prior NLC or have competed more than two (2) years at the national level. STATE NATIONAL

Each local chapter may enter one team composed of two (2) or three (3) members. The top three (3) places in state competition will represent California at the National Leadership Conference.

FINALISTS The TOP FIVE (5) TEAMS with the highest objective test score will compete in the performance portion of this event. Finalists will be posted outside of the competitive events headquarters at the State Leadership Conference. An interactive case study will be given to all finalists. All the questions raised in the case must be addressed during the role-play performance.

JUDGING A panel of judges will evaluate the role-play performance portion of this event. The objective test score will be used to break a tie. All decisions of the judges are final.

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MANAGEMENT INFORMATION SYSTEMS OBJECTIVE COMPETENCIES

PERFORMANCE COMPETENCIES

NBEA STANDARDS

q systems analysis and design—systems development life cycle q database management and modeling concepts q object-oriented analysis and design q user interfaces q system controls q defining system and business requirements

q demonstrate critical thinking and problem solving q describe case study and explain recommendations q demonstrate good communication skills q explain strengths and weaknesses of proposed solution q effectively answer questions

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MARKETING TEAM EVENT—SECTION, STATE, AND NATIONAL COMPETITION Marketing involves the distribution of products and services to the consumer. This event provides recognition for FBLA members who possess knowledge of the basic principles of marketing.

ELIGIBILITY No more than one (1) team member may have competed in this event at a prior NLC or have competed more than two (2) years at the national level. SECTION STATE NATIONAL

FINALISTS (STATE LEVEL ONLY) The TOP FIVE (5) TEAMS with the highest objective test score (state level only) will compete in the performance portion of this event. Finalists will be posted outside of the competitive events headquarters at the State Leadership Conference. An interactive case study will be given to all finalists. All the questions raised in the case must be addressed during the role-play performance.

JUDGING A panel of judges will evaluate the role-play performance portion of this event. The objective test score will be used to break a tie. All decisions of the judges are final.

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MARKETING OBJECTIVE COMPETENCIES

PERFORMANCE COMPETENCIES

NBEA STANDARDS

q basic marketing fundamentals (price, product, place, and promotion) q economics q selling and merchandise q channels of distribution q marketing, information research and planning q promotion, advertising media q legal and social aspects of marketing q e-commerce

• Entrepreneurship: marketing, legal • Marketing: foundations of marketing, consumers and their behavior, external factors, the marketing mix, marketing research, the marketing plan

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MEMBERSHIP AWARDS CHAPTER RECOGNITION—STATE AWARD Effective state and national programs depend upon membership support and growth. Continued membership growth makes the expansion of services and materials possible. Recognition is given to local chapters that have attained the greatest growth in membership.

ELIGIBILITY All active local chapters are eligible.

OVERVIEW Certificates and plaques are presented to the top five (5) chapters at the State Leadership Conference in the following membership events: Largest Increase in Local Chapter Membership Largest Local Chapter Membership Largest Local Chapter Membership—Professional Division Largest Percentage of Increase in Local Chapter Membership Market Share (Largest Percentage of FBLA Members Based on School Enrollment)

GUIDELINES Official membership records are audited in the state office. An entry form is not required for recognition EXCEPT for the Market Share Award. For this award, chapters must submit official proof from the school’s 2013-14 First Principal (P-1) Apportionment Report showing their official school enrollment. Recognition will be awarded based on the chapter membership as a percentage of the school enrollment. SEE THE SLC REGISTRATION GUIDE FOR THE FORM AND POSTMARK DATE. The official date for membership awards is paid members as of March 1. Membership is checked against the national record since dues are payable only on a unified basis.

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MOBILE APPLICATION DEVELOPMENT INDIVIDUAL OR TEAM EVENT—STATE AND NATIONAL COMPETITION Society is daily moving to a constant feed of communication, transfer of information, and the need to access or process information in a mobile environment. Mobile Applications are necessary to provide users with the ability to be productive while away from their full computers. Mobile Applications can be used as a lite version of something that would be done on a full computer, or they can provide a tool for something that users would only need to do on their phone.

ELIGIBILITY STATE NATIONAL

Each local chapter may enter one entry created by either an individual or a team of two (2) or three (3) members. The top three (3) places in state competition will represent California at the National Leadership Conference.

OVERVIEW This event consists of two (2) parts: a prejudged program and a presentation component. Participants are required to complete all parts to be eligible for an award.

TOPIC Your adviser wants to help prepare members for the NLC competition in the chapter’s three subject areas that the members struggle with, and has asked for your help. Your adviser thinks a mobile application that combines a game, social media, and the opportunity for academic advancement through social networking and peer support will motivate and encourage members to improve in competition. Include a reward system built into the App with prizes based on point levels. The App should link to either Facebook or Foursquare to allow check-in functionality with location services. Create an App for one of the following subjects: • Business Communication • Introduction to Information Technology • Management Members will share their current level of expertise in one of the given subject areas to include: • 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 because—I just can’t get the hang of this subject. Members earn points 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 • Tutoring Provided Points • Teacher Study Session Points • Additional points as determined by the App Developer The App should also give members 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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MOBILE APPLICATION DEVELOPMENT PREJUDGED GUIDELINES See the following event specific guidelines: • STATEMENT OF ASSURANCE • COPYRIGHT AND FAIR USE INFORMATION q Student members (not advisers) must prepare program. q The project must include the source code and screen shots of the GUI in PDF format for review. q The solution must run standalone with no programming errors. q May use one of the following platforms to develop the mobile application: Google’s AndroidTM, Apple iOSTM, or Microsoft Windows PhoneTM. q The application may not be deployed as a web application delivered over HTTP. q The application may deploy from a smartphone, tablet, or both, but must be smartphone deployable. q The application must be presented to the judges (projection equipment may be used). q The application need not be available for download from a digital-distribution multimedia-content service such as Google PlayTM, Apple Store, or Microsoft. THREE (3) DVDs containing the executable files (e.g., execution instructions, system requirements, support files, and text files for all program code) and THREE (3) COPIES of the STATEMENT OF ASSURANCE must be submitted to the SLC conference chair or designee. See the SLC Conference Registration Guide for the specified date and submission information. All participants in this event must be registered online for the SLC and have paid conference registration in order for this event to be judged.

FINALS GUIDELINES See the following event specific guidelines: • PERFORMANCE GUIDELINES q Individuals or teams will have seven (7) minutes to describe the program. q Visual aids and samples related to the program may be used (including a mobile device with the App loaded); however, no items may be left with the judges or audience. q Five (5) minutes will be allowed to set up and remove equipment or presentation items. q A timekeeper will stand at six (6) minutes and again at seven (7) minutes. When the presentation is finished, the timekeeper will record the time used, noting a deduction of five (5) points for any time over seven (7) minutes. q Following each presentation, the judges will conduct a three (3) minute question-answer period.

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MOBILE APPLICATION DEVELOPMENT PROJECT COMPETENCIES

PERFORMANCE COMPETENCIES

NBEA STANDARDS

q development of program is logical and creative q code is commented at appropriate points q interface is a logical arrangement and contains all q necessary information q app runs without error

q explains content logically and systematically q understanding of the programming logic and coding is evident q design process effectively communicated q tips, techniques, and tools used are presented including identifying the most difficult programming task(s) completed and explanation of the scenario/logic used to overcome and implement these tasks q professional presentation q self-confidence apparent through knowledge of content and articulation of ideas q answer questions effectively

• Information Technology: computer architecture; operation systems, environments, and utilities; systems analysis and design; communications and networking infrastructures; network applications. • Management: technology and information management

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NETWORK DESIGN TEAM EVENT—STATE AND NATIONAL COMPETITION The ability to evaluate the needs of an organization and then design and implement network solutions is a valuable skill in today’s connected workplace. This event provides recognition for FBLA members who demonstrate an understanding of and ability to apply these skills.

ELIGIBILITY No more than one (1) team member may have competed in this event at a prior NLC or have competed more than two (2) years at the national level. STATE NATIONAL

Each local chapter may enter one team composed of two (2) or three (3) members. The top three (3) places in state competition will represent California at the National Leadership Conference.

FINALISTS The TOP FIVE (5) TEAMS with the highest objective test score will compete in the role-play performance portion of this event. Finalists will be posted outside of the competitive events headquarters at the State Leadership Conference. An interactive case study will be given to all finalists. All the questions raised in the case must be addressed during the role-play performance.

JUDGING A panel of judges will evaluate the role-play performance portion of this event. The objective test score will be used to break a tie. All decisions of the judges are final.

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NETWORK DESIGN OBJECTIVE COMPETENCIES

PERFORMANCE COMPETENCIES

NBEA STANDARDS

q network installation—planning, configuration, and topology q problem solving and troubleshooting q network administrator functions q configuration of Internet resources q backup and disaster recovery q configuring network resources and services q security

q analyze the computing environment and needs q demonstrate an understanding of the case q explain, discuss, describe recommendations q demonstrate good communication skills q apply critical thinking/problem solving q demonstrate ability to work as a team q answer questions effectively

• Communication: technological, organizational • Information Technology: computer architecture, operating systems, environments, and utilities, systems analysis and design, communications and networking infrastructures, network applications • Management: technology and information management CAREER CLUSTER: Information Technology

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NETWORKING CONCEPTS INDIVIDUAL EVENT—STATE AND NATIONAL COMPETITION Acquiring a high level of familiarization and proficiency in working on and with networks is essential in today’s connected workplace. This event provides recognition for FBLA members who have an understanding of data communications and network administration.

ELIGIBILITY The participant may not have previously competed in this event at the national level. STATE NATIONAL

Each local chapter may enter a maximum of (3) members. The top three (3) places in state competition will represent California at the National Leadership Conference.

OVERVIEW A one-hour objective test will be administered based on the competencies listed.

OBJECTIVE COMPETENCIES

NBEA STANDARDS

q general network terminology q network operating system concepts q equipment for network access (firewall, DSU/CSU, T1, WiFi, etc.) q OSI model and functionality q network topologies and connectivity q network security

• Information Technology: computer architecture, operating systems, environments and utilities, systems analysis and design, communications and networking infrastructures, network applications • Management: technology and information management CAREER CLUSTER: Information Technology

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OUTSTANDING LOCAL CHAPTER ADVISER CHARLES DEE COX AWARD INDIVIDUAL RECOGNITION—SECTION, STATE, AND NATIONAL AWARD The Outstanding Local Adviser Award honors local FBLA advisers who have made outstanding contributions to the association at the local, section, and state levels.

ELIGIBILITY SECTION STATE NATIONAL

Each local chapter may enter one (1) adviser nominee. Each section may enter one (1) adviser nominee who will represent his/her section at the state level. The first place recipient at the state level will represent California at the National Leadership Conference.

OVERVIEW Outstanding local advisers may be nominated by completing the nomination form on the next page. You may attach up to three letters of recommendation. It is recommended that the letters be from the local chapter, a school administrator, and a community representative.

GUIDELINES The criteria is based on: • years of participation in FBLA activities • extent of participation in conferences sponsored by the section and state • contribution to local, section, state, and national projects • participation in other professional organizations • involvement in community activities • recommendations supportive of the adviser’s contribution to the association

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PARLIAMENTARY PROCEDURE NATIONAL: DOROTHY L. TRAVIS AWARD STATE: SHERIAN H. ECKENROD AWARD

TEAM EVENT—SECTION, STATE, AND NATIONAL COMPETITION This event recognizes FBLA members who demonstrate knowledge of the principles of parliamentary procedure. This event is based on team rather than individual competition. Team participants develop speaking ability and poise through competitive performance.

ELIGIBILITY No more than two (2) team members may have competed in this event at a prior NLC or have competed more than two (2) years at the national level. SECTION STATE NATIONAL

Each local chapter may enter one team composed of four (4) or five (5) members—a president, vice president, secretary, treasurer and an additional member. The top three (3) places from section competition will represent their section at the State Leadership Conference. The top three (3) places in state competition will represent California at the National Leadership Conference.

OVERVIEW This event consists of two (2) parts: an objective test and a performance component. Participants are required to complete all parts to be eligible to win an award. A one-hour objective test will be administered based on the competencies listed. Team members will take test individually; the team score is determined by averaging the scores of its team members.

FINALISTS (STATE LEVEL ONLY) The TOP FIVE (5) TEAMS with the highest average score on the objective test (state level only) will compete in the performance portion of this event. Finalists will be posted outside of the competitive events headquarters at the State Leadership Conference. A case study will be given to all finalists to simulate a regular chapter meeting based on Robert’s Rules of Order, Newly Revised, 11th Edition.

FINALS GUIDELINES See the following event specific guidelines: • PERFORMANCE GUIDELINES • SEQUESTERED GUIDELINES q All teams will be sequestered to receive instructions and time assignments. q Twenty (20) minutes before the performance, each team will be taken to the preparation room to receive the case study. q The team may use the preparation time to consider procedure. Parliamentary procedure reference materials may be used during preparation but not during the performance. q The following items may be taken into the preparation room and may be used in the performance room: • A copy of the problem for each team member (given in the preparation room) • The treasurer’s report • A copy of the minutes from a preceding meeting q Participants are not to write on the copy of the problem. q Performances must include presentation of procedures that are used in a complete regular meeting of the chapter from the time the meeting is called to order until it is adjourned. Items designed in the case must be included in the appropriate order of business, but other items should also be taken up during the meeting. The secretary will take notes, but the notes will not be transcribed into minutes. q The problem may or may not include each class of motions, but all five classes of motions—main, subsidiary, privileged, incidental, and motions that bring a question again before the assembly—must be demonstrated during the performance. q Performance may be from nine (9) to eleven (11) minutes. q A timekeeper will stand at eight (8) minutes and again at eleven (11) minutes at which time the presentation must end. q When each team is finished, the time will be recorded, noting a deduction of one (1) point for each full half-minute (30 seconds) under nine (9) minutes and over eleven (11) minutes.

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PARLIAMENTARY PROCEDURE NATIONAL: DOROTHY L. TRAVIS AWARD STATE: SHERIAN H. ECKENROD AWARD JUDGING A panel of judges will evaluate the performance portion of this event. The average score on the objective test will be used to break ties. All decisions of the judges are final.

OBJECTIVE COMPETENCIES

PERFORMANCE COMPETENCIES

NBEA STANDARDS

q parliamentary procedure principles q FBLA Bylaws

q demonstrate critical thinking and problem solving q exhibit good communication skills q effectively present the case q all team members contribute to presentation

CAREER CLUSTER: Business Management and Administration

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PARTNERSHIP WITH BUSINESS PROJECT CHAPTER EVENT—STATE AND NATIONAL COMPETITION This event recognizes FBLA chapters that develop and implement the most innovative, creative, and effective partnership plan. The purpose of this project is to learn about a business through communication and interaction with the business community.

ELIGIBILITY Members representing their chapters in the oral presentation portion of this event may also compete in up to two individual and/or team events. STATE NATIONAL

Each local chapter may submit one entry authored by up to three (3) members. The top three (3) places in state competition will represent California at the National Leadership Conference.

OVERVIEW This event consists of two (2) parts: a prejudged report and a presentation component. Participants are required to complete all parts to be eligible for an award. 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.

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PARTNERSHIP WITH BUSINESS PROJECT REPORT COMPETENCIES

PERFORMANCE COMPETENCIES

NBEA STANDARDS

q arrange report logically and in proper business style q demonstrate good written communication skills q describe project development and implementation

• • • •

Career Development: workplace expectations Communication: foundations, organizational Entrepreneurship: management Information Technology: application software, input technologies, information retrieval, privacy and ethics • Management: management functions CAREER CLUSTERS: Business, Management and Administration; Information Technology; Marketing

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PERSONAL FINANCE INDIVIDUAL EVENT—SECTION, STATE, AND NATIONAL COMPETITION Financial literacy is essential in meeting the financial challenges of the 21st century. This event recognizes students who possess essential knowledge and skills related to financial issues, can analyze the rights and responsibilities of consumers, and apply knowledge to financial situations.

Each local chapter may enter a minimum of three (3) members. * †

OVERVIEW A one-hour objective test will be administered based on the competencies listed. Non-graphing calculators will be provided.

OBJECTIVE COMPETENCIES

NBEA STANDARDS

q q q q q q

• Economics and Personal Finance: markets and prices, allocation of resources, banking, buying goods and services

credit and debt earning a living (income, taxes) managing budgets and finance saving and investing banking and debt financial principles related to personal decision making q buying goods and services

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CAREER CLUSTERS: Business, Management and Administration; Finance

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PUBLIC SERVICE ANNOUNCEMENT INDIVIDUAL OR TEAM EVENT—STATE AND NATIONAL COMPETITION Public service ads (PSA) or public service announcements are basic messages to the public that raise awareness on a specific social issue. This event recognizes FBLA members who demonstrate the ability to research a topic (issue) and create an original and informative thirty-second PSA video, raising awareness and/or evoking a changed attitude toward the issue.

ELIGIBILITY STATE NATIONAL

OVERVIEW This event consists of two (2) parts: a prejudged project (a script and a 30-second video based on the given topic) and a presentation component. Participants are required to complete all parts to be eligible for an award.

TOPIC Exercising/Eating Right

PREJUDGED GUIDELINES See the following event specific guidelines: • STATEMENT OF ASSURANCE • COPYRIGHT AND FAIR USE INFORMATION q Student members (not advisers) must prepare the video. q Video should be 30 seconds in length and a script is required. q The production may use any method to capture or create moving images. THREE (3) DVDs or USB FLASH DRIVES containing the executable project files (labeled with the participant’s names, state, school, and event title), THREE (3) COPIES of the script submitted in THREE (3) STANDARD FILE FOLDERS, and THREE (3) COPIES of the STATEMENT OF ASSURANCE must be submitted to the SLC conference chair or designee. See the SLC Conference Registration Guide for the specified date and submission information. All participants in this event must be registered online for the SLC and have paid conference registration in order for this event to be judged.

FINALS GUIDELINES See the following event specific guidelines: • PERFORMANCE GUIDELINES q Teams will have seven (7) minutes to describe the project. q The PSA must be shown to the judges. q The presentation should include, but not limited to, the team’s objective toward the topic, major findings from the topic, 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. q Teams are responsible for bringing a copy of the video submitted to use in the presentation. q Visual aids related to the project may be used; however, no items may be left with the judges or audience. q Five (5) minutes will be allowed to set up and remove equipment or presentation items. q A timekeeper will stand at six (6) minutes and again at seven (7) minutes. When the presentation is finished, the timekeeper will record the time used, noting a deduction of five (5) points for any time over seven (7) minutes. q Following each presentation, the judges will conduct a three (3) minute question-answer period.

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PUBLIC SERVICE ANNOUNCEMENT JUDGING A panel of judges will select the finalists before the State Leadership Conference. An effort will be made to use the same panel of judges at the conference. The prejudged project score will be used to break ties. All decisions of the judges are final.

PROJECT COMPETENCIES

PERFORMANCE COMPETENCIES

NBEA STANDARDS

q document addresses topic and is appropriate for the audience q graphics, text treatment, and special effects show creativity and cohesiveness of design q overall layout and design is creative and appealing q final product indicates a clear thought process and an intended, planned direction with formulation and execution of a firm idea q identify the basic functions and resources for editing an audio/video production q required information is effectively communicated q copyright laws followed

q q q q q

• Communication: technological, organizational • Information Technology: information technology and major business functions, application software, input technologies, information retrieval

explain content logically and systematically communicate the design process explain the tips, techniques, and tools used demonstrate good voice quality and diction display self-confidence through knowledge of content and articulation of ideas q answer questions effectively

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CAREER CLUSTERS: Arts, A/V Technological and Communiations

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PUBLIC SPEAKING I INDIVIDUAL EVENT—SECTION, STATE, AND NATIONAL COMPETITION This event recognizes FBLA members who are beginning to develop qualities of business leadership by developing effective speaking skills.

ELIGIBILITY FBLA members currently enrolled in grades 7-10 are eligible to compete in this event. If a student in grades 7 or 8 places first, second, or third at the State Leadership Conference, he/she cannot compete at the national level per national eligibility guidelines. The participant may not have previously competed in this event or Public Speaking II at the national level. SECTION STATE NATIONAL

OVERVIEW This event consists of a four (4) minute speech. The speech must be of a business nature and must be developed from one or more of the nine (9) FBLA-PBL goals. A “proof of grade level” for each participant in this event (except middle school members) must be mailed with the registration materials for the Section Conference. GRADE LEVEL MUST BE HIGHLIGHTED OR CIRCLED.

FBLA-PBL GOALS • • • • • • • • •

GUIDELINES q SPEECH OUTLINE • THREE (3) COPIES of the speech outline not to exceed one page must be submitted in THREE (3) STANDARD FILE FOLDERS. The tab of the folders must be labeled with the participant's name, state, school, and event. Include participant’s name and the title of the speech on the outline. q SUBMISSION • SECTION LEVEL o Submit THREE (3) COPIES of the above materials at the conference site. • STATE LEVEL o Submit THREE (3) COPIES of the above materials to the SLC conference chair or designee. See the SLC Conference Registration Guide for the specified date and submission information.

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PUBLIC SPEAKING I FINALS GUIDELINES See the following event specific guidelines: • PERFORMANCE GUIDELINES q The speech should be four (4) minutes in length. q A timekeeper will stand at three (3) minutes and again at four (4) minutes. q When the speaker is finished, the time used by the participant will be recorded, noting a deduction of five (5) points for time under 3:31 or over 4:29 minutes.

JUDGING A panel of judges will use the rating sheet to score participants. All decisions of the judges are final.

PERFORMANCE COMPETENCIES

NBEA STANDARDS

q demonstrate good verbal communication q demonstrate critical thinking and problem solving q poised manner q professional appearance q good communication skills

• Communication: foundations, social

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PUBLIC SPEAKING II INDIVIDUAL EVENT—SECTION, STATE, AND NATIONAL COMPETITION This event recognizes FBLA members who, through public speaking, demonstrate qualities of business leadership by presenting a well-organized, logical, and substantial speech.

ELIGIBILITY The participant may not have previously competed in this event at the national level. SECTION STATE NATIONAL

OVERVIEW This event consists of a five (5) minute speech. The speech must be of a business nature and must be developed from one or more of the nine (9) FBLA-PBL goals.

FBLA-PBL GOALS • • • • • • • • •

FINALS GUIDELINES See the following event specific guidelines: • PERFORMANCE GUIDELINES q The speech should be five (5) minutes in length. q A timekeeper will stand at four (4) minutes and again at five (5) minutes. q When the speaker is finished, the time used by the participant will be recorded, noting a deduction of five (5) points for time under 4:31 or over 5:29 minutes.

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PUBLIC SPEAKING II JUDGING A panel of judges will use the rating sheet to score participants. All decisions of the judges are final.

PERFORMANCE COMPETENCIES

NBEA STANDARDS

q demonstrates good verbal communication q demonstrates critical thinking and problem solving q poised manner q professional appearance q good communication skills

• Communication: foundations, social

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CAREER CLUSTERS: Business, Management and Administration; Marketing

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SCHOLARSHIP AWARD L. BYRAM BATES MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP AWARD ELIGIBILITY

SECTION STATE NATIONAL

OVERVIEW GUIDELINES OBJECTIVE COMPENTENCIES

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SPORTS & ENTERTAINMENT MANAGEMENT TEAM EVENT—SECTION, STATE, AND NATIONAL COMPETITION The sports industry is rapidly growing in this country and the world. For an individual to be successful and effective in this type of work, a core understanding of business and a comprehensive awareness of sports is necessary to succeed in sports management. This event provides recognition for FBLA members who possess the basic principles of sports management.

ELIGIBILITY No more than one (1) team member may have competed in this event at a prior NLC or have competed more than two (2) years at the national level. SECTION STATE NATIONAL

JUDGING A panel of judges will evaluate the role-play performance portion of this event. The objective test score will be used to break a tie. All decisions of the judges are final.

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SPORTS & ENTERTAINMENT MANAGEMENT OBJECTIVE COMPETENCIES

PERFORMANCE COMPETENCIES

NBEA STANDARDS

q management basics q events management q management functions q decision making q management strategies q strategic planning tools q networking and delegating q careers in entertainment industry q leadership q managing groups and teams q ethics q management for entertainment industry q marketing concept and buyer behavior q marketing information management and research q marketing mix and product life cycle q distribution, pricing, and market conditions q promotion, advertising, and sponsorship q sales q entrepreneurship q human resource management

• Management: business organization, ethics, human resource management • Marketing: the marketing plan

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CAREER CLUSTERS: Hospitality & Tourism, Business Management & Administration

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SPREADSHEET APPLICATIONS INDIVIDUAL EVENT—SECTION, STATE, AND NATIONAL COMPETITION Spreadsheet skills are necessary to convert data to information in business. This event recognizes FBLA members who demonstrate that they have acquired skills for spreadsheet development in business.

ELIGIBILITY The participant may not have previously competed in this event at the national level. SECTION STATE NATIONAL

OVERVIEW This event consists of two (2) parts: a school-site production test and an objective test. Participants are required to complete all parts to be eligible to win an award.

JUDGING A panel of judges will evaluate the production test on printed copy. The school-site production test score will be used to break ties. All decisions of the judges are final.

OBJECTIVE COMPETENCIES

PRODUCTION COMPETENCIES

NBEA STANDARDS

q q q q q q q q

• Computation: problem-solving applications • Information Technology: application software, input technologies, information technology and major business functions

formulas functions graphics, charts, reports purpose for spreadsheets pivot tables and advanced tools macros and templates filters and extraction of data format and print options

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basic mathematical concepts data organization concepts use data by creating formulas use functions generate graphs for analysis purposes use pivot tables create macros filter and extract data

CAREER CLUSTERS: Business, Management and Administration; Information Technology

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SWEEPSTAKES CHAPTER RECOGNITION—STATE COMPETITION ELIGIBILITY Every chapter that wins a first through tenth place award at the State Leadership Conference for the events listed below is automatically entered in this event. Points are awarded as follows: FIRST PLACE SECOND PLACE THIRD PLACE FOURTH PLACE FIFTH PLACE SIXTH PLACE SEVENTH PLACE EIGHTH PLACE NINTH PLACE TENTH PLACE

10 points 9 points 8 points 7 points 6 points 5 points 4 points 3 points 2 points 1 point

The points for each chapter are totaled by the Competitive Events Coordinator to determine the top ten winners. The number of first places a chapter receives will break ties. ACCOUNTING I ACCOUNTING II AGRIBUSINESS AMERICAN ENTERPRISE PROJECT BANKING & FINANCIAL SYSTEMS BUSINESS CALCULATION BUSINESS COMMUNICATION BUSINESS ETHICS BUSINESS FINANCIAL PLAN BUSINESS LAW BUSINESS MATH BUSINESS PLAN BUSINESS PRESENTATION BUSINESS PROCEDURES CLIENT SERVICE COMMUNITY SERVICE PROJECT COMPUTER APPLICATIONS COMPUTER GAME & SIMULATION PROGRAMMING COMPUTER PROBLEM SOLVING CYBER SECURITY DATABASE DESIGN & APPLICATIONS DESKTOP APPLICATION PROGRAMMING DESKTOP PUBLISHING DIGITAL DESIGN & PROMOTION DIGITAL VIDEO PRODUCTION E-BUSINESS ECONOMICS ELECTRONIC CAREER PORTFOLIO EMERGING BUSINESS ISSUES ENTREPRENEURSHIP

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FBLA PRINCIPLES AND PROCEDURES FUTURE BUSINESS LEADER GLOBAL BUSINESS HEALTH CARE ADMINISTRATION HELP DESK HOSPITALITY MANAGEMENT IMPROMPTU SPEAKING INSURANCE & RISK MANAGEMENT INTRODUCTION TO BUSINESS INTRODUCTION TO BUSINESS COMMUNICATION INTRODUCTION TO INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY INTRODUCTION TO PARLIAMENTARY PROCEDURE JOB INTERVIEW LOCAL CHAPTER ANNUAL BUSINESS REPORT MANAGEMENT DECISION MAKING MANAGEMENT INFORMATION SYSTEMS MARKETING MOBILE APPLICATION DEVELOPMENT NETWORK DESIGN NETWORKING CONCEPTS PARLIAMENTARY PROCEDURE PARTNERSHIP WITH BUSINESS PROJECT PERSONAL FINANCE PUBLIC SERVICE ANNOUNCEMENT PUBLIC SPEAKING I PUBLIC SPEAKING II SPORTS & ENTERTAINMENT MANAGEMENT SPREADSHEET APPLICATIONS WEB SITE DESIGN WORD PROCESSING

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VIRTUAL BUSINESS CHALLENGE INDIVIDUAL OR TEAM EVENT—NATIONAL COMPETITION ONLY The FBLA Virtual Business Management Challenge (VBC) encourages FBLA members to test their skills at managing a bike manufacturing business individually or as a team. The VBC has two (2) challenges during the year (fall and spring), and each challenge focuses on different business concepts.

ELIGIBILITY NATIONAL

During the school year, schools may participate in both the fall and/or spring VBC Management. Entries may be created by an individual member or by a team of two (2) or three (3) members from active local chapters. In the event of a team entry, no more than one (1) team member may have competed in this event at a previous NLC. A team member cannot be on more than one team at a time. No additional team members may be added once a team has registered. Members are unable to participate in any other event if they have qualified and plan on participating in the final round at the National Leadership Conference.

OVERVIEW Participation in this event crosses the curriculum areas of Introduction to Business, Information Technology, and Management. The students will manage a simulated business. During the challenge, FBLA members are required to: register an individual or team up to three (3) individuals, run the simulation, submit scores, and compete and be ranked against other participating FBLA teams.

GUIDELINES The top eight (8) nationally ranked teams from each VBC—both fall and spring but no more than one (1) per state, per challenge—are eligible to compete at the NLC. These sixteen (16) teams are determined by the standings in the fall and spring VBC is administered via the Internet during the school year. At the NLC, the qualifying teams for the preliminary round will participate in a round-robin event with each team participating in a minimum of two (2) 15 to 20 minute sessions. Teams will be using a multiplayer component that allows them to compete within the same simulated economy. Bracket winners will be determined based on the highest cumulative profit. For the final round, four (4) teams will compete in a 15 to 20 minute session using multiplayer. The national winner will be determined based on the highest cumulative profit. Participants use highly visual simulation software (like SimCity) to manage a distribution business. The FBLA VBC software is a free, limited function version of the leading business simulation for education, Virtual Business—Management 3.0, which is a software program that was created by Knowledge Matters, Inc. This simulation is completely web based. No software downloads required.

CHALLENGE DATES

NBEA STANDARDS

CHALLENGE 1: October 21 – November 15, 2013 CHALLENGE 2: February 3 – February 28, 2014

• Accounting: accounting process, special applications • Business Law: basics of the law • Career Development: workplace expectations • Communication: foundations, organizational • Computation: problem-solving applications • Economics and Personal Finance: allocation of resources, economic systems, managing finances and budgeting, saving and investing, banking, using credit • Entrepreneurship: entrepreneurs and entrepreneurial opportunities, management • Information Technology: application software, input technologies, information retrieval, privacy and ethics • Management: management functions • Marketing: the marketing plan CAREER CLUSTERS: Business Management and Administration; Information Technology; Marketing

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WEB SITE DESIGN INDIVIDUAL OR TEAM EVENT—STATE AND NATIONAL COMPETITION The ability to communicate ideas and concepts, and to deliver value to customers, using the Internet and related technologies, is an important element in a business’ success. This event recognizes FBLA members who have developed proficiency in the creation and design of Web sites.

ELIGIBILITY No more than one (1) team member may have competed in this event at a prior NLC. STATE NATIONAL

OVERVIEW The event consists of two (2) parts: a prejudged project and a presentation component. Participants are required to complete all parts to be eligible for an award.

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 options. The B&B resides in a refurbished home constructed in the 1800s. It features a fireplace in each room, authentically furnished living and dining 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.

PREJUDGED GUIDELINES See the following event specific guidelines: • STATEMENT OF ASSURANCE • COPYRIGHT AND FAIR USE INFORMATION q Student members (not advisers) must prepare the project. q Information on the project may be real or fictitious. q The website must be available for viewing on the Internet at the time of judging. No changes can be made to the website after the official entry date. q Any photographs, text, trademarks, or names that are used on the site must be supported by proper documentation and approvals indicated on the site. Use of templates must be identified. q Websites should be designed to allow for viewing by as many different platforms as possible. ONE (1) COPY of the STATEMENT OF ASSURANCE must include an active URL link to be submitted to the SLC conference chair or designee. See the SLC Conference Registration Guide for the specified date and submission information. All participants in this event must be registered online for the SLC and have paid conference registration in order for this event to be judged.

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WEB SITE DESIGN FINALS GUIDELINES See the following event specific guidelines: • PERFORMANCE GUIDELINES q Individuals or teams will have seven (7) minutes to present. q Five (5) minutes will be allowed to set up and remove equipment or presentation items. q A timekeeper will stand at six (6) minutes and again at seven (7) minutes. When the presentation is finished, the timekeeper will record the time used, noting a deduction of five (5) points for any time over seven (7) minutes. q Following each presentation, the judges will conduct a three (3) minute question-answer period.

PROJECT COMPETENCIES

PERFORMANCE COMPETENCIES

NBEA STANDARDS

q effectively addresses topic and is appropriate for the audience q graphics, text treatment, and special effects show creativity and cohesiveness of design q overall layout and design is creative and appealing q final product indicates a clear thought process and an intended, planned direction with formulation and execution of a firm idea q effectively communicates required information q Web site functions without error q copyright laws followed

q develop presentation logically and systematically q communicate design process effectively q explain tips, techniques, and tools used q demonstrate good verbal communication q articulate ideas and knowledge of content q effectively answer questions

• Communication: foundations, technological • Information Technology: network applications, privacy and ethics • Marketing: foundations of marketing, the marketing plan

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CAREER CLUSTERS: Information Technology; Marketing

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WHO’S WHO IN FBLA INDIVIDUAL RECOGNITION—SECTION, STATE, AND NATIONAL AWARD This award honors FBLA members who have made outstanding contributions to the organization at the local, section, state, and national level.

ELIGIBILITY SECTION STATE NATIONAL

Each local chapter may enter one member PLUS any section officer(s) or state officer(s). Having a section or state officer does not prohibit a chapter from selecting an additional member for this award. The winner from each section plus current section and state officers submitting applications will be eligible to receive the California Who’s Who in FBLA Award. The first place recipient will represent California at the National Leadership Conference.

OVERVIEW This award consists of two (2) parts: an application and résumé. Participants are required to complete all parts to be eligible for an award.

GUIDELINES q APPLICATION AND RÉSUMÉ • ONE (1) COPY of the following materials must be submitted online in PDF form via the online submission tool. See the SLC Conference Registration Guide for specified date and submission information. o A completed and TYPED Who’s Who in FBLA Application. Download the application at www.cafbla.org, click on Competition. o A brief résumé not to exceed two (2) pages The criteria is based on: • Years of participation in FBLA activities • Extent of participation in conferences sponsored at the section, state, and national levels • Offices, chairmanships, and committee memberships held • Contributions to local, state, and national projects • Participation in other activities

JUDGING Entries will be reviewed by members of the Management Team for adherence to the stated criteria for nomination.

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WORD PROCESSING INDIVIDUAL EVENT—SECTION, STATE, AND NATIONAL COMPETITION Word processing skills are necessary for all business leaders. This event recognizes FBLA members who demonstrate acquired word-processing skills aligned with Microsoft Office Suite Certification—Microsoft Word 2010 (MOS) Core Competencies.

ELIGIBILITY The participant may not have previously competed in this event at the national level. SECTION STATE NATIONAL

OVERVIEW This event consists of two (2) parts: a school-site production test and an objective test. Participants are required to complete all parts to be eligible to win an award.

JUDGING A panel of judges will evaluate the production test on printed copy. The school-site production test score will be used to break a tie. All decisions of the judges are final.

OBJECTIVE COMPETENCIES

PRODUCTION COMPETENCIES

NBEA STANDARDS

q document formatting rules and standards q grammar, punctuation, spelling, and proofreading q basic word processing terminology and concepts q word processing applications

q q q q q

• Communication: foundations, technological • Information Technology: computer architecture, operating systems, environment and utilities, input technology, application software

production of letters and memorandums reports tables résumés materials from rough draft and unarranged copy

CAREER CLUSTERS: Business, Management and Administration; Information Technology; Marketing

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FBLA CONFERENCE DRESS CODE FBLA members and advisers should develop an awareness of the image one’s appearance projects. The purpose of the dress code is to uphold the professional image of the association and its members and to prepare students for the business world. Appropriate attire is required for all attendees—advisers, members, and guests—at all general sessions, competitive events, regional meetings, workshops, and other activities unless otherwise stated in the conference program. Conference name badges are part of this dress code and must be worn for all conference functions. For safety reasons, do not wear name badges outside of the school campus. Professional attire acceptable for official FBLA-PBL activities include: MALES • Business suit with collar dress shirt, and necktie or • Sport coat, dress slacks, collar shirt, and necktie or • Dress slacks, collar shirt, and necktie • Banded collar shirt may be worn only if sport coat or business suit is worn • Dress shoes and socks FEMALES • Business suit with blouse or • Business pantsuit with blouse or • Skirt or dress slacks with blouse or sweater or • Business dress • Capris or gauchos with coordinating jacket/suit, worn below the knee • Dress shoes INAPPROPRIATE ATTIRE, FOR BOTH MEN AND WOMEN, INCLUDES: • Jewelry in visible body piercing, other than ears • Denim or chambray fabric clothing of any kind, overalls, shorts, skorts, stretch or stirrup pants, exercise or bike shorts • Backless, see-through, tight-fitting, spaghetti straps, strapless, extremely short, or low-cut blouses/tops/dresses/skirts • T-shirts, LycraTM, spandex, midriff tops, tank tops, bathing suits • Sandals, athletic shoes, industrial work shoes, hiking boots, bare feet, or over-the-knee- boots • Athletic wear, including sneakers • Hats or flannel fabric clothing • Bolo ties • Visible foundation garments BUSINESS CASUAL ATTIRE includes polos, FBLA or school spirit shirts, jeans or khakis, or other similar attire. No sleeveless shirts or flip-flops allowed. CLARIFICATION—Many women’s two-piece suits are currently designed so that they do not require a blouse. Therefore, this will be accepted. In addition, sling-back shoes, open-toe shoes, and sleeveless dresses are accepted.

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STATEMENT OF ASSURANCE This form must be completed and attached to each copy of the media. For Internet events, complete and email this form to SLC conference chair or designee. See the SLC Conference Registration Guide for specified date and submission information. CHECK ONE:

Computer Game & Simulation Programming

E-business

Desktop Application Programming

Mobile Application Development

Digital Design & Promotion

Public Service Announcement

Digital Video Production

Web Site Design

SCHOOL WEBSITE URL ADDRESS (WHERE APPROPRIATE) MEMBER(S) NAME

LOCAL CHAPTER CONTACT NAME DAYTIME / CELL NUMBER EMAIL ADDRESS

I / we, the undersigned, attest that the design, creation, and implementation of the event are the original work of the above chapter member(s). (Typed name is accepted for signature)

ADVISER’S NAME

NAME OF TEAM MEMBER

COMPLETE THIS SECTION FOR THE ABOVE EVENTS (REPLACES README FILE) SOFTWARE USED SOURCE OF INFORMATION COPYRIGHT NOTATIONS INSTRUCTIONS FOR RUNNING PROJECT TEMPLATE(S) USED (SOURCE)

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